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While traditional options don’t seem to fit all requirements anymore, bamboo flooring is becoming a common choice thanks to its many benefits. But before you go off and buy brand new bamboo floors, make sure you understand the different types of bamboo flooring and if bamboo flooring right for you.   Bamboo Flooring: Benefits and Disadvantages Bamboo floors have been around for some time, but thanks to developments in their manufacturing process, they have regained popularity in the last few decades. Although it’s technically a type of grass, bamboo is extremely tough and it brings a lot of benefits when compared to other types of flooring. That being said, there some setbacks you should look at before choosing bamboo floors for your home. Let’s take a look at the types of bamboo flooring pros and cons you should always take…

Are you in the market for new carpeting, and have it narrowed down to wool or nylon? Carpet may be the best fit for your budget and lifestyle, but which fiber is the best choice for your home? It’s a fair question, one worthy of some examination of the facts before coming to a conclusion. The Benefits of Wool Carpet in Your Home How can you go wrong with a fabric that’s been around for over two thousand years? Wool is still one of the best yarns for the manufacturing of carpeting. Produced from the fleece of lambs and sheep, wool is about as natural a product as exists in the world of fibers. Here are a few of the benefits of wool carpeting. Durability If you're looking for a carpet that can withstand excessive foot traffic while still maintaining its…

When you first begin to notice an accumulation of water on your laminate floors, you may think it is nothing to be concerned about. However, if you continue to see evidence that your laminate floors are suffering from moisture damage, waterproofing your laminate flooring is a necessary step to take in order to preserve your flooring.   Waterproofing Laminate Flooring Here are some waterproofing options that might fit in with your busy lifestyle. As a first step, you can purchase a floor sealant made specifically for laminate. Contact the flooring company that sold and installed your floors and ask them for a recommended brand. Seal all of the locking mechanisms that connect the sections of laminate where they meet. Follow the instructions and apply the sealant, remembering that it dries quickly – be prepared to clean up any excess immediately.…

Thinking of getting new bamboo flooring? Or maybe already have bamboo floors, but you’re wondering if there are special cleaning requirements? Balancing your work with home care can be a challenge, and requires quick but routine maintenance on your floors. There is a misconception that bamboo is not as durable as traditional hardwood floors. This is not true – bamboo floors have a comparable hardness with other hardwoods like maple and oak. In addition, bamboo floors are more resistant to water, and therefore have less water damage than other hardwoods. Since water is part of any cleaning process, this means bamboo floor care is made easier by just following routine maintenance suggestions. How to Care for and Clean Your Bamboo Floors Before you develop your own personal routine cleaning process, read up on any cleaning instructions recommended by the manufacturer…

Area rugs are an affordable and versatile way to liven up any living space. They provide a soft, warm place for your feet to land when you get out of bed, and can tie together the design elements in a room or create separation in open floor plans. However, if you want to get a lasting flooring life from your area rug, you need to regularly clean and maintain it. In today’s article, we’ll share seven simple steps for area rug cleaning. Perform these basic tasks to help your area rug withstand the test of time.   How To Clean Your Area Rug Before you read this, check your area rug for a tag with cleaning information. If the manufacturing tag tells you how to clean your area rug, follow those instructions. Can’t find a guide for how to clean…