engineered hardwood flooring – BuildDirect Blog: Life at Home https://www.builddirect.com/blog Transforming your spaces with good design ideas, and the best materials Fri, 18 Jun 2021 02:03:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.2 How to Match Your Wall Color with Wood Flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blog/match-wall-color-with-wood-flooring/ https://www.builddirect.com/blog/match-wall-color-with-wood-flooring/#respond Wed, 11 Mar 2020 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.builddirect.com/blog/?p=60828 Wood floors create a warm, natural look in your rooms, and they never go out of style. But once you install wood floors, they’re yours for a lifetime. With so many species of wood to choose from, and even more colors of stain, getting the floor color you want can be quite a task. Ideally […]

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]]> https://www.builddirect.com/blog/low-maintenance-flooring/feed/ 0 The Importance of Acclimating Wood Before Installation https://www.builddirect.com/blog/acclimate-wood-before-installation/ https://www.builddirect.com/blog/acclimate-wood-before-installation/#respond Wed, 05 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.builddirect.com/blog/?p=60529 Hardwood floors can add beauty and a brand-new look to your home. There are, however, several crucial things to know about proper installation and maintenance. Unlike some other types of flooring material, it’s important to acclimate wood before installation. This will ensure it stays in place and lasts for years to come. If you’re considering […]

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]]> https://www.builddirect.com/blog/acclimate-wood-before-installation/feed/ 0 Blonde Wood Flooring is Making a Comeback https://www.builddirect.com/blog/blonde-wood-flooring/ https://www.builddirect.com/blog/blonde-wood-flooring/#respond Wed, 01 Jan 2020 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.builddirect.com/blog/?p=60356 In the world of on-trend flooring, there have been plenty of styles that have come and gone over the years. Blonde wood flooring is one trend that was once a popular option, then it started to fade into obscurity after more modern hues took over. Today, this flooring color is making a trendy comeback thanks […]

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]]> https://www.builddirect.com/blog/blonde-wood-flooring/feed/ 0 Engineered Wood Planks: One of the Warmest Floors for Your Home https://www.builddirect.com/blog/winter-flooring-five-of-the-warmest-floors-for-your-home/ https://www.builddirect.com/blog/winter-flooring-five-of-the-warmest-floors-for-your-home/#respond Sun, 04 Nov 2018 14:00:01 +0000 https://www.builddirect.com/blog/?p=58143 December 4 is #NationalSockDay, a day we celebrate how these fashion accessories can make our feet more stylish, comfortable in our shoes, and toasty warm. Socks aren’t the only items that can keep our feet cozy and warm, though. When you choose the right flooring, your feet can stay extra warm this winter. Floor Warming […]

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]]> https://www.builddirect.com/blog/winter-flooring-five-of-the-warmest-floors-for-your-home/feed/ 0 Guest Blogger Kim Hazel: New Wood Flooring Reveal in the Kitchen and Sunroom https://www.builddirect.com/blog/guest-bloggers-kim-and-lacey-new-hard-wood-floors-selection-process/ https://www.builddirect.com/blog/guest-bloggers-kim-and-lacey-new-hard-wood-floors-selection-process/#respond Wed, 10 Oct 2018 16:30:37 +0000 http://www.builddirect.com/blog/?p=57822 The following post was contributed by the amazingly talented Kim Hazel from her lifestyle blog https://styledwithlace.com/ Take a look at her stunning new wood flooring renovation reveal below, featuring the installation of BuildDirect’s own, very stylish, Jasper Engineered Hardwood – Baltic Oak Collection! ******************************************************************************************************* I’m so excited to share with you today something that I have […]

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]]> https://www.builddirect.com/blog/guest-bloggers-kim-and-lacey-new-hard-wood-floors-selection-process/feed/ 0 What to Ask When Shopping for Engineered Flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blog/what-to-ask-when-shopping-for-engineered-flooring/ https://www.builddirect.com/blog/what-to-ask-when-shopping-for-engineered-flooring/#respond Sun, 15 Apr 2018 12:00:18 +0000 https://www.builddirect.com/blog/?p=56771 Whether you’ve started browsing for flooring or you’re choosing between two styles of engineered flooring, you should consider a few questions to make sure you’re getting the right product for your space. Ask the following eight questions when shopping for engineered wood flooring. What Hardwood Species Should I Choose? All engineered wood flooring starts with […]

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]]> https://www.builddirect.com/blog/what-to-ask-when-shopping-for-engineered-flooring/feed/ 0 Aluminum Oxide Finish and Wood Floors https://www.builddirect.com/blog/aluminum-oxide-finish-and-wood-floors/ https://www.builddirect.com/blog/aluminum-oxide-finish-and-wood-floors/#comments Wed, 25 Nov 2009 20:16:01 +0000 http://blog.builddirect.com/?p=1361 When you're shopping for laminate floors, for bamboo floors, and for engineered hardwood flooring too, one of the features you'll often see listed is an aluminum oxide finish. The finish is a modest feature when compared to color, stain, grain patterns, and even species hardness, or other related durability rating. Yet, the quality of finish is extremely important to the long life of a wood floor.

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