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Types of Craftsman Flooring

March 26, 2020

The American Craftsman style of home exemplifies handcrafted quality and locally sourced, natural materials. Starting at the end of the 19th century, the Craftsman style showed the rise of the middle class, moving away from the vast and opulatant Victorian styles, and embracing a downsized informal bungalow. Inspired by the English Arts and Crafts movement, …

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Which Flooring Types Are Easiest to Keep Clean?

January 29, 2017

This time of year in Florida can really do a number on your floors. The grass starts to dry up and the leaves and berries start to fall from the trees. Depending on your flooring type, you could end up having to sweep everyday just to keep your floors looking clean! If you are selecting …

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Flooring Considerations for Cooler Weather

September 14, 2016

Now that the temperatures are starting to cool down, you may be getting a case of cold feet. The flooring in your home can really have a major impact on the comfort levels of your home and may even save you or cost you money, depending on which type of flooring you choose. If you …

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Are Hardwood Floors Right for Your Home?

September 6, 2016

Hardwood floors are a very popular choice for many different types of homes and can really change a space. The flooring option is not the cheapest or easiest to install, but you can get many years of use from hardwood floors with very little maintenance. If you are thinking about getting hardwood floors, be sure …

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4 Tips for DIY Hardwood Floor Staining

July 29, 2016

Sometimes, a little bit of do-it-yourself love can do just fine in place of getting completely new flooring. This is especially the case for hardwood floor staining, where a good stain job can transform a room, home, or building into something that feels like a completely new place. Before you start your project, do your …

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Basics for Choosing the Right Kitchen Flooring

November 30, 2015

When many people think about the most significant, high-traffic areas in their home, the kitchen will often be excluded. But when you think about it, the kitchen is one of the most important areas of our domain! It plays a central role in the home for the whole family, especially if your family is keen …

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Hardwood Floor Maintenance and Care

June 23, 2015

Hardwood flooring has been a standard of elegant and luxurious interior decoration for decades. They are known for their extreme durability and lustrous glow. However, there are certain requirements for adequately maintaining the look and feel of hardwood floors for long periods of time. Failure to properly care for hardwood flooring can cause it to …

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5 Questions to Ask Before Picking a Hardwood Floor

April 21, 2015

Choosing the right hardwood flooring can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. It’s important to keep in mind some important questions to ask yourself so that you can help streamline the process and make sure you’ve made the right choice. Take a look at some top questions to ask before making your final …

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A Homeowner’s Guide to Dog-Friendly Flooring

April 17, 2015

Man’s best friend. It’s estimated that about 40% of American homes have dogs. We love them, but we don’t always love what happens to our flooring when they’re running amuck in our homes (especially because we all know that it basically becomes their home, whether we like it or not). So take a look at …

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