by Susan Martinez | Nov 10, 2022 | Flooring
Hardwood floors are an investment that, when properly cared for, can endure for generations. It’s not uncommon to see intricate, prewar parquet or turn-of-the-century unfinished hardwood in preserved and historic homes. These 100-plus-year-old examples are...
by Susan Martinez | Nov 3, 2022 | Flooring
Made of finer, denser clay and fired at higher temperatures than other types of tiles, porcelain tiles are tougher, more durable, and more resistant to scratches and stains. Today, porcelain tiles are one of our most popular flooring options. These tiles are ideal...
by Susan Martinez | Oct 27, 2022 | Flooring
Installing new hardwood flooring is a major investment, which makes choosing the right one even more daunting, especially for a wood-floor newbie. Is oak better than walnut? What’s the deal with warm tones? Is a light floor a recipe for disaster? I went straight...
by Susan Martinez | Oct 19, 2022 | Flooring
The flooring you choose for your home is an important decision that will impact your life. It will affect the way your home looks and functions, the resale value, and it will even affect your cleaning routine. There are a lot of things to take into consideration...
by Susan Martinez | Oct 12, 2022 | Flooring
Many of the most attractive floors are smooth and glossy, and over 99 percent of those are slippery when wet although they often have excellent slip resistance when dry. When they’re near an outside door special care is needed to keep them dry to prevent slip...
