Home improvement
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BuildDirect Interviews: Camille Swanson
March 08 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
We sat down with one of Arizona’s most exciting Realtors for International Women’s Day camilleswanson.com Camille was originally born in Kingston, Jamaica, and emigrated to New York, US at 11 months old. She graduated from the College of Williams... read more3 min read
Hardwood Species You’ve Never Heard Of, But Should: Sandalwood
November 02 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Try sandalwood as a hardwood flooring option the next time you’re looking for a wood that surpasses your expectations for durability and beauty. *** Sandalwood is making a comeback. Just to make it very clear, in this article I’m... read moreInterior Design & Architecture
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Hardwood Species You’ve Never Heard Of, But Should: Kempas
October 12 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Kempas is an exotic woodHere’s why you should consider kempas as an option for your next hardwood floor, interior design or home improvement project. *** There are a few wood species that really stand out from the crowd, but... read more3 min read
How To Hire The Right Contractor: 5 Essential Questions
October 02 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
For many people, fall means home improvement. The summer has drifted away for the year and, now that the kids are back in school, homeowners find themselves with the time and energy to renovate. However, working with the wrong... read more2 min read
5 Projects That Really DON’T Add Value To Your Property
February 20 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
When it comes time to start thinking about selling your home, there are a few things you need to do in order for it to appeal to potential buyers and up the value. There are obvious fixes to address,... read more3 min read
Hiring Home Improvement Contractors: Performance Bonds
June 17 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Hiring a contractor, especially during a time when the market is flooded perhaps with the less-than-experienced and possibly less-competent, is a tricky business. But, one factor that can separate the wheat from the chaff is the bonded contractor, and... read more3 min read
March 18 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
There are a number of reasons why tile can become damaged — something was dropped on the tile, the thin set was applied unevenly, or there is a hydrostatic pressure issue that is causing a lifting of the thin... read more3 min read
Grout Application and Finishing Tiles: A How-To Guide
March 11 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Grouting and finishing your tile floors can be the final step in a home improvement project that will have lasting effects. It is important that it is done correctly and that you are well prepared for this portion of... read more3 min read
Tile Layout For Floors: A How-To Guide
February 25 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Tile layout and the preparation involved with tile installation is very important. Here you will find tips and ideas on how to make the process easy to complete so that your tile layout experience is a pleasant one. The... read more4 min read
DIY or Hire a Professional: Tough Call
July 08 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Today’s post is courtesy of our friends eBuilders.com and specifically writer Chuck Nibblere. eBuilders is an online resource for finding contractors and learning about building materials . In this post, Chuck takes on the very important question of how... read more