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Due to its use on DIY home improvement/house flipping shows, bamboo flooring has been generating tremendous buzz recently. Not only is it an extremely durable flooring material, but when properly finished and maintained it is less susceptible to moisture and high humidity. Many builders, renovators, and homeowners are choosing bamboo flooring for their bathrooms to give it a hardwood look that is fresh and unique.   Before Installing Bamboo Flooring in Your Bathroom Bamboo flooring isn’t new: it’s been around for decades, and the renewed interest in bamboo for hardwood flooring has seen a revival thanks to the sustainable housing movement. Many construction companies and developers are also turning to bamboo floors as a way to “go green” when sourcing their building materials. Why Bamboo? It may look like wood, but bamboo is actually a grass the possesses tough, durable fibers…

  Hardwood floors have gained a reputation for being elegant and extremely sturdy. At the same time, they are known for adding value to your home and for requiring relatively little maintenance. But, that doesn’t mean that your wooden floors can’t use a little TLC!     The Thing About Wooden Floors While they are awesome investments, hardwood floors do require some attention in order to maintain their appearance and functionality. Remember that the floor is the largest element in any room, which means that it will basically set the tone in that specific area. Poorly-maintained wooden floors that show bumps, scratches, and scuffs tend to give off the wrong vibe. Instead of admiring the beauty of the finish, you’ll probably find guests and other household members staring at these impurities, trying to figure out how they came to be.…

Hardwood floors are made to look beautiful. They also must be well maintained in order to stay beautiful. You likely picked a floor several years ago that is strong, goes well with the rest of your room, and has been walked on as diligently as possible. Your hardwood floor might not look as you remembered it back then. You might notice it feeling much softer as you walk on it. You also probably notice the number of scratches on it rise each month, if not week. Or, you simply notice that it isn’t a shiny as it used to be. All of these are indicators that your floor is wearing out.   Should You Refinish or Replace? With that in mind, you likely are wondering whether you should have the floor refinished or replaced altogether. Refinishing your hardwood floor will…

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…