Bamboo flooring has 3 different structures because it has 3 different pressing methods. Bamboo flooring is pressed from layers of bamboo strips, either in horizontal direction or vertical direction or strand woven. Bamboo stem is hollow. ...
Using tiles in a kitchen is certainly not a new concept, as it one of the most popular materials to use in a modern day kitchen. However, many of the kitchen tiles in use are outdated or more traditional, which simply doesn't match with a ...
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Vinyl plank flooring is rapidly growing to one of the most used floor coverings today. With the look and feel of real wood with out the cost many people are turning to vinyl plank as a great option. A couple reasons vinyl plank is gaining ...
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Cork is not a new fad, it can be traced back to ancient Egypt. In the 18th century, Dom Perignon used cork for champagne making it a significant discovery that would lead to many other uses of cork. Considerations: Cork is very lightweight ...
Consumer demand for wide plank hardwood flooring will increase in 2012, with growing number of homeowners and interior design professionals favouring the look of wide, natural wood flooring over narrow strips of traditional parquet, believe ...
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Easy, concise knowledge about hardwood construction. Understanding how hardwood is made is easy, and, here, efficient. We've explained all the basics in this section and urge you to check them out. Knowing how hardwood is constructed ...
Since 2011 has come to a close, “trend-spotting” for 2012 has moved into full gear. This is when designers like me are looking for flooring trends for the year. What’s hot? What colors are in – which are out? ...
Power woodworking tools give woodworkers a faster, more uniform method to complete woodworking projects. Most woodworking projects will require a type of power saw, power sander and a power jointer or planer. Each type of power woodworking ...
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In addition to hand-held circular saws (see below), different saws that use circular saw blades include: Miter saws (or Chop saw or Cut-off saw) Radial arm saws Saw mills Table saws Panel saws Biscuit joiners Pendulum saw Brushcutter Cold ...
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Houses are shrinking in the recessionary economy, but kitchens? Not so much. As other rooms are eliminated from downsized plans, their functions are naturally migrating to the kitchen, placing more pressure than ever on this culinary zone ...
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For style, pricing and availability in Canada, your top eco-chic flooring choices are bamboo, linoleum, cork and reclaimed hardwood. Installing an eco-friendly floor is a stylish way to improve your living space while treading a bit more ...
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Hardwood got its start as flooring in the 1600s, often as unfinished planks supported by wooden joists over dirt or stone, but developed style and elegance during the Baroque Era (1625-1714). Beginning in 1625, artistic French parquetry and ...
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Before installing a wood floor, it is important to know about the available types. Learning about the pros, cons, cost, and design options available for: laminate, solid hardwood, engineered hardwood, bamboo, and cork will help ensure the ...
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Recently, a consumer on one of our social media sites asked for advice on finding a floor. She said she wanted an Armstrong floor in a specific color. That was all the information she gave us. Now, we make more than 2, 000 different ...
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Whether you chalk it up to the economy, stricter environmental and logging laws, changing consumer preferences in both style and where a product comes from, or something else, one thing is clear: The use of nontraditional North American ...