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The BuildDirect Guide to Hardwoods for Flooring
June 17 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
If you have decided on hardwood for your home, that’s only half the battle. There are several types of hardwoods for flooring, each with their own benefits. We’ve compiled the top hardwoods for flooring, both exotic and domestic, to... read more4 min read
The Importance of Acclimating Wood Before Installation
February 05 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Hardwood floors can add beauty and a brand-new look to your home. There are, however, several crucial things to know about proper installation and maintenance. Unlike some other types of flooring material, it’s important to acclimate wood before installation.... read more3 min read
5 Things To Expect When You’re Expecting … Hardwood Flooring
June 10 | 3 min read | admin
Just before my daughter was born, I found myself buried beneath a metric tonne of baby books and related websites, each one designed to prepare me for what to expect as a new parent. After all, being a dad... read more3 min read
Hardwood Flooring Grades: That’s the Look of Love!
May 18 | 3 min read | admin
Here’s the thing; I think there is a problem with the word ‘grades’, when it comes to hardwood flooring. The very concept of grades hold all kinds of cultural weight, with one grade being all about how one particular... read more3 min read
Sand and Re-Finish Your Wood Floors
May 06 | 3 min read | admin
We've talked a bit about de-cluttering, and about ways to transform your yards. Now for those of you with wood flooring that has perhaps been around a while or who have invested in new but unfinished wood flooring,... read more3 min read
Wood Floors And Floods: What Do You Do?
January 18 | 3 min read | admin
In any case, wood floors are extremely susceptible to moisture damage. And when accidents involving excessive moisture occur, you need a strategy in place to protect your investment. And this isn't just about your floor. The... read more2 min read
5 Reasons You Need Underlay For Your Wood Floor Installation
December 21 | 2 min read | admin
Your choice in underlay performs a few unglamorous, yet extremely important, functions after you've laid down your solid hardwood floor, bamboo floors, engineered wood flooring, or laminate floor. Here are the 5 reasons you need underlay for your... read more2 min read
5 Ways to Preserve Your Hardwood Flooring
December 14 | 2 min read | admin
the key to lasting hardwood floors aren't just about how long they continue as a functioning floor covering. It's also about look. The goal for many is to extend the length of time that a hardwood... read more3 min read
5 Ways to Prepare For a Hardwood Flooring Installation
December 09 | 3 min read | admin
You've decided that your space can support a solid wood floor for the long term. And you've chosen your species strikes a balance between look, durability, and workability. But, now that you've taken care of all... read more3 min read
5 Ways to Choose a Hardwood Flooring Species
December 07 | 3 min read | admin
When we're talking about hardwood flooring, the question of which species to choose means weighing the pros and cons of several. and among all of those choices, you'll find advantages and disadvantages depending on your expectations. ... read more2 min read
5 Ways to Judge A Space For Installing Solid Hardwood Floors
December 02 | 2 min read | admin
This is the first installment the series about choosing solid hardwood flooring, and an important one; 5 ways to judge your space for hardwood floor installation. Solid hardwood floors are sturdy, and renowned for how long they... read more2 min read
What is ‘photosensitivity’ in wood flooring?
November 30 | 2 min read | admin
It should be understood that like any natural material, wood floors age. They mature like a fine wine. One of the ways that this is demonstrated is by color changes, particularly in wood species that are 'photosensitive'. ... read more