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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 more
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Hickory Hardwood Flooring: America At Its Hardest!
March 17 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Hickory hardwood flooring is tough, beautiful, and long-lasting. Here are some of hickory hardwood’s best attributes for your consideration. *** Known as one of the hardest woods native to North America, hickory hardwood flooring has versatile applications. Discover how... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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January 07 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Hardwood floor gaps can be complicated. They’re caused by a variety of things, and learning how to fix hardwood gaps might not actually solve the real problem with your floor! But don’t worry: You can learn all about hardwood... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Hardwood Floors To Last For The Ages
November 23 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Hardwood flooring has a very old pedigree in the Old World as well as in the new. Here are some observations of design-integrated European wood flooring. *** I’m not sure I’ve seen carpet anywhere yet in Europe. Rugs, yes,... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Hardwood Flooring Product Profile: What Is African Acacia?
August 24 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
African acacia is a wonderfully dense and durable hardwood species that can add not only a historical richness but also a beautiful flooring look to our homes. *** It’s like a scene right out of an Indiana Jones... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Flooring for the Children’s Play Room
December 28 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
I admit it, I am a bit of a fanatic when it comes to child safety. I worry about bumps and bruises, agonize over tumbles and falls, and am the very picture of the “hover mother.” So, it came... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Hardwood Flooring Kiln Drying Process
March 17 | 2 min read | admin
Co-Founder of BuildDirect Rob Banks and I went to a hardwood flooring mill in Quebec. There, we observed the making of hardwood floors from end to end. It was pretty fascinating, and the people on the floor were very... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Find Out Which Type of Flooring is Right For You
January 06 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Choice when it comes to flooring has expanded greatly over the last few decades, and particularly in the last decade or so. Now, choice is good as we know. But, sometimes it can be a little overwhelming. After all,... read more (1 rating, average rating is 2.00/5)Loading...
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How To Clean, Finish, and Protect Hardwood Flooring
May 26 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Today’s guest post is from Justin Morgan of Palmetto Floors. Justin is a 12-year veteran in the flooring and flooring cleaner industries, particularly in the field of hardwood floor finishing and maintenance. Who better than Justin to talk about... read more (1 rating, average rating is 5.00/5)Loading...
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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 more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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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 more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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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 more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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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 more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...