Four thousand cabinets a day. That’s the current output at Armstrong Cabinet Products, a division of Armstrong World Industries. In business since 1860, Armstrong World entered the wood products industry in 1998 following its ...
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In looking at timber and how it should be used, I have been fortunate enough to use the notes prepared by David Hofmeyr of West Cape Joinery for a manual he wrote for the public and the joinery industry. So for the next few months – ...
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These days, our homes are full of toxic substances, chemicals, and allergens. According to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) more than half of the population of the United States suffers from some form of ...
In 2012, growth in new construction in the Emirates is expected to leap by 26%, increasing the estimated $1.249 trillion in ongoing construction in the UAE by more than $15bn. With sustainable construction now a strong driver in every ...
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UK Flooring Direct has made its name in the industry for its commitment to competitive prices and premium products. Providing homeowners with an eclectic range of flooring products from solid wood to cork, UK Flooring Direct has launched ...
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Armstrong Cabinet Products unit of Armstrong World Industries, Inc., says it has become a preferred vendor for 84 Lumber, a privately held building materials and services supplier selling mostly to professional contractors. Currently, 84 ...
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The importance of evolving design trends cannot be overstated, especially because they filter down to influence every segment of home interior goods. Of course that includes floor coverings, and the new product introductions exhibited at ...
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The combined Canadian and U. S. Lumber industries shrunk by about 30 percent as a result of the subprime mortgage crisis that, in 2008, sparked the U. S. 's worst recession since the Great Depression, according to a summary in the 2012 ...
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NSF International, an independent global organization that writes public health standards and certifies products for food, water and consumer goods, now offers Green SquaredSM Certification for sustainable ceramic tiles, glass tiles and ...
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Good news at one flooring company has given hope to many in the flooring sector for an improvement in the wider economy. Moody's Investors Service has raised the ranking of American flooring firm Mohawk based on recent figures and ...
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If you have a wood burning fireplace, wood stove, or a gas fireplace that puts out strong heat, you'll want to protect your wood floors with a heat proof or resistant hearth. If your fireplace is not set right on the floor, but higher up ...
Tile is a great choice for countertops and flooring, but remodeling with kitchen tile in other applications can add charm to the heart of the home as well. Make a Splash The wall space above kitchen counters and below upper cabinets known ...
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Kids and pets can be harder on our homes than the adults in some cases. Spilled juice on the carpet, sticky handprints on the walls, crayon art on anything but paper. Durable and safe products are a must for homes with small children. This ...
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Most of us spend hours each week in kitchens we love, preparing delicious dinners, tasty snacks and on-the-fly breakfasts. But what do you do when a style craving strikes your fancy? One way to satisfy your design ambitions (as well as your ...
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Although tile is often used as flooring in homes, it can also be used to create a functional and beautiful countertop in your kitchen. Opting for High Quality Tiles As you make your choice for new tile, it is important that you don't choose ...