2018

4 Reasons Why Restoring an Old Timber Floor Is a Smart Move When Renovating
If you're restoring an old home, there are multiple separate projects that you'll need to undertake. Each project is likely of varying priority to you, and generally, priority is based on affordability and how much the project will contribute to the restoration as a whole. One of these tasks is updating the flooring, and it is often high on the list of priorities. Flooring is one of the largest surfaces in a house, and it can have a huge impact on how modern and stylish the home is.

How to choose the perfect carpet for your room
Are you thinking about purchasing a new carpet? Buying a carpet is a decision that shouldn't be taken lightly since it will be a highly visible part of your home for many years. When you are confronted by an array of different carpet designs and styles how can you decide which carpet would best suit your home? Does it matter if your carpet is made of natural fibres or synthetic fibres?

4 Fantastic and Effective Ways to Deodorise Your Timber Floors
Wooden floors can begin to have an off smell especially if proper care is not taken. Since wood is an absorber, it tends to suck in the smells around it including that of dust, pets and spices. So how do you remove any unwanted smells from your timber floors and leave them smelling fresh? Below are 4 easy, cheap and effective ways of deodorising your timber floors. Air dry Whether you have recently cleaned your timber floors or not, make sure to aerate your house on a daily basis.

3 Things to Know about Using Cypress for Floor Framing
Flooring restorations and construction offer you the chance to choose everything from the style of flooring to the wood being used. If you are considering different woods for your floor framing, and the benefits of each, then you should consider cypress. Here are three things to know about using cypress wood for floor framing as an option for your flooring project. Rot Resistance One of the main considerations when it comes to flooring is the potential of wood rot.

Favourite Types of Floor Tiles
To find the right type of floor tiles for your home, it's good to understand some details about the differences in your various options for tile materials and style. This can then help you decide which flooring tile will be right for your home and will ensure you know what to expect by way of installation and maintenance. Note a few details about some favourite types of floor tiles here.

Questions You Might Have About Residential Timber Flooring
If you're thinking of getting timber flooring for your home, you need to ensure you take time with an installer to get all your questions answered properly, before even shopping for a wood variety or species. Note a few of those questions you might have here, so you can more quickly narrow down your options of timber, and know what to buy and how much, so your home's floors look their best after the installation job is finished.

Mistakes to Avoid When Building Your Own Deck
It's not typically recommended that a homeowner build their own deck, as this job is often more complicated and difficult than many homeowners realise, and you can easily wind up with a deck that sags or even shifts out of place. A professional deck builder has the tools and know-how needed to ensure a deck is level and secure and will know how to properly seal the wood once the deck is built to reduce the risk of mould and mildew forming.

Why You Should Avoid Trying to Install Home Flooring Yourself
New home flooring can be an expensive investment, but you want to avoid thinking you can trim this cost by installing your chosen flooring material yourself. While there are some simple peel-and-stick tiles that might be a DIY installation job, installing carpeting, tile that needs added adhesive, or timber floor slats is often more complicated than you might realize. Note why that is, and why it's good to leave flooring installation to the professionals for each of these materials.

Tiling Materials that are Commonly used in Flooring
Tiles are a convenient, durable and cost-effective option for the home. They can be used in multiple areas of the interior space, from the bathroom to the living room and kitchen. Tiles are flexible enough to be designed into many different looks. They can mirror glass, marble, pebble and wood. Here are the main types of tiling materials that can be used for the home.  Glass Glass tiles are typically used as glass mosaic tiles for areas such as walls and floors.

4 Tips for Choosing the Best Timber Flooring
When designing a room, timber flooring is an essential consideration due to its ability to influence the style on top of providing utility. There is a wide range of  wood species and floor styles to choose from in the market today. It is  therefore imperative to know how to settle on the right purchase. Here are a few tips to guide you when choosing timber flooring. 1.    Consider the Size of the Room

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Timber Floor Care Tips and Techniques

Timber floors are an amazing addition to any home, particularly one that has kids and/or pets in it. They are easy to clean and maintain. I have recently renovated my floors and replaced carpet with timber. This blog is to help you decide whether timber floors are a helpful addition to your place. I want to share tips on the different types of flooring which are available. I will also share information that I found about caring for hard floors, including the best ways to keep them looking cleaning. I am really excited about my new floors, and I hope you will be inspired about changing yours too.

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