Before concrete became the dominant construction material, barns were built from strong and attractive limestone, sandstone, or granite. The old barn stones were hand-cut smoothly on all four sides and that is what makes them distinct from today’s quarried stones. The scraping marks define a human touch on a hard stone surface, which seems softer. […]
Homeowners who wish to install hardwood flooring naturally gravitate towards wider planks. Wood planks that are wider than 2 ½” to 4” in width are referred to as ‘wide plank flooring’. In the past, solid wood boards were hand scraped to make the wide plank flooring, which had a rough and carved surface texture. Today […]
These days, there are many flooring options and it is considered to be an important choice for home architecture. Flooring is the first physical contact that people have with your home and it can be used to do any activity. It is the very surface your quests are standing upon so you want it to […]
Over time your homes floors get dull and worn out. They look shabby and are unsafe. That is when it is time to get a new hardwood floor installed to ensure safety and add value to the property. DIY projects can save a few bucks on installation and debris removal labor charges; however, if you […]
Engineered hardwood flooring is a great choice for your home because it is less vulnerable to humidity and moisture than solid timber. Another great benefit, you can install engineered wood flooring directly on top of any type of old floorings. Today there are many different engineered hardwood options so you can get styles that best […]
Hardwood floors have been used for decades by homeowners to display elegance and natural beauty. Other homeowners who choose carpeting are now switching to hardwood floors for a stately and more natural look for their homes. There are a variety of woods available in the market which are made from pine, maple, oak, etc. These […]
All stones excavated from Earth are processed to be used as natural stones. These stones are used in construction, jewelry, flooring, cosmetics, and so forth. In many homes, natural stones are found on patios and pathways. They can also be used as countertops and tabletops. Due to its durability and strength, natural stone is the […]
For decades, hardwood floors have been enhancing the beauty of homes in the US. Kings and Queens have their palaces decorated with elegant hardwood floors. Hardwood flooring is known for its beauty and durability, which is the reason it is famous all over the world. Those who consider carpets as traditional covering are now switching […]
Hardwood flooring is a floor type that everyone is familiar with. This type of flooring material has been used for centuries in both homes and offices. Although unfinished hardwood flooring is still in use today, pre finished hardwood flooring materials have become increasingly popular over the last 15 to 20 years. Pre finished hardwood flooring […]
