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The Best Flooring for a Rental Basement Suite
January 08 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
If you have extra space in your home like a large basement that you’re considering renting, you can make extra income that could easily turn into a profitable venture. Whether you have a separate casita or a rental basement... read more4 min read
December 25 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
When it comes to decorative tile, you’ll find everything from classic ceramic to solid stone, and even glass or metal. If you’re thinking of decorating with metallic tile, it can certainly add a sleek, modern element to any room... read more4 min read
Herringbone Wood Wall: A Weekend DIY Project
November 27 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
If you’re looking to give your home a luxe aesthetic, herringbone is a fabulous choice. This angular design derives from the way the bones of a fish, such as a herring, look and has been used in home... read more4 min read
Entryway Floor Tiles That Will Stand Up to Traffic
November 06 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
When you think of high traffic rooms in your home, your mind likely goes right to the kitchen. If you’ve got a big family with kids and pets, the den or family room might also be a heavily-trafficked area.... read more4 min read
October 23 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Bold, elegant and timeless, black tile can help you breathe new life into your design. From a ground-up build to a total tear down or upgrade, it can work wonders for your space. Of course, knowing how to really... read more4 min read
How to Choose a Style of Stair Tread Nosing
September 25 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Whether you have a grand entrance with a sweeping staircase or a simple set of steps leading to your basement, stair tread nosing is an important safety feature. And while its purpose is mostly utilitarian, that doesn’t mean you... read more4 min read
How to Accent with Hand-Painted Glazed Ceramic Tiles
September 04 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Hand-painted glazed ceramic tiles are unique and beautiful, and they come in every imaginable pattern, from florals and abstracts to geometric and traditional patterns. Although hand-painted glazed ceramic tiles are most often associated with Mexican-, Moroccan, or Mediterranean-style interiors,... read more4 min read
Design Tips for Matching Ceramic and Vinyl Floor and Wall Tiles
July 03 | 4 min read | admin
There are two schools of thought when it comes to tiling the bathroom or kitchen. One camp says that the wall and floor tiles should complement each other but should not match. This is because matching floor and wall... read more3 min read
4 Ways to Keep Your Deck Cool During the Hot Summer Months
May 01 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
After a cold winter and spring, who doesn’t welcome the arrival of warm weather? For many homeowners, summer is the prime season for hosting backyard parties on their decks and dining al fresco. read more8 min read
DIY Flooring: Should I Install My Flooring Myself or Hire a Professional?
April 16 | 8 min read | BuildDirect
Whether you’re a new homeowner or are looking to renovate your home, you might have been looking at some new flooring options to freshen up the space. Flooring installation projects can be completed by a professional or as a... read more7 min read
Wood-Look Flooring: Choosing Between Wood-Look and the Real Thing
April 12 | 7 min read | BuildDirect
The look and feel of hardwood floors is hard to replicate, but many homeowners are turning to wood-look flooring to save money and still enjoy the appearance of wood in the home. Solid hardwood is attractive and can increase... read more3 min read
Top 6 Reasons to Remodel Your Deck
April 08 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Has your deck been looking a little worse for the wear, lately? Even the strongest wood deck won’t last more than 20 years or so. And, with summer fast approaching, now is the ideal time to take a good... read more