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This Earth Day, Explore Sustainable Floors to Perfect Your Home
April 21 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Sustainable is the big, important word in the year 2022. With Earth Day here, now is the time to start thinking about how the materials you choose and use in your home will impact the planet. Even if you... read more
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Bedroom Tiles for Floor and Decor
November 11 | 6 min read | BuildDirect
Tile is a go-to material for entry spaces, mud rooms, kitchens and bathrooms because it’s durable and simple to maintain on a daily basis. There are more ways to use tile that most people don’t think about when taking... read more (1 rating, average rating is 5.00/5)Loading...
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May 27 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
When it comes to the hottest trends in home design, herringbone tile is making a comeback. This classic pattern gets its name due to the angular design that resembles the shape and bone structure of herring fish. Whether it’s... read more (2 rating, average rating is 1.00/5)Loading...
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Finding the Low Maintenance Flooring of Your Dreams
February 12 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
If you’re thinking of installing new flooring in your home, you probably want something low maintenance that doesn’t require special care. While the definition of low maintenance flooring can vary from person to person, there are several hallmarks that... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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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 more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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How to Choose: Porcelain or Ceramic Tiles?
November 13 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Tile is a downright durable choice when building from the ground up or starting a renovation project. Not all types of tile are created equal though. Depending on where you want to put your tile, what look you’re going... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Low VOC Flooring for a Healthy Home
October 16 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
The majority of our lives are spent in our homes. Breathe easy in your sanctuary by promoting clean air with low VOC building materials, paints, and home furnishings. With more of a focus on green living, a focus on... read more (1 rating, average rating is 5.00/5)Loading...
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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 more (14 rating, average rating is 3.21/5)Loading...
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Commercial-Grade Ceramic and Porcelain Tile 101
December 21 | 4 min read | admin
While ceramic and porcelain are terms often used interchangeably when describing tile, there are actually differences between the two. Whether you’re interested in tiles for outdoors or using tiles in a heavy foot traffic area in your home, it’s... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Tile, Textures, and Treatments: Home Decor To See & Feel
August 31 | 2 min read | admin
When we’re planning a home decor makeover, or even a single change to a room, it’s sometimes easy just to think about the visual aspects. This is easily forgivable, since visuals are a big piece of the puzzle. But,... read more (1 rating, average rating is 5.00/5)Loading...
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Tile Trends 2011, Part 1: History of Tile So Far
November 29 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Today’s guest post is part 1 of 2 by Roger of FloorElf.com, a tile expert if there ever was one. He’s taken on a big topic for us, and for you; he answers the question of where design trends... read more (1 rating, average rating is 1.00/5)Loading...
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Laminate Flooring Over Ceramic Tiles
October 25 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
Laminate flooring over ceramic tiles is a common choice, especially when the tile is dingy and outdated. Here’s how you make the switch. Many homeowners now wish to replace their old ceramic tile with laminate flooring. Wood laminate flooring... read more (20 rating, average rating is 2.70/5)Loading...