Trends – BuildDirect Blog: Life at Home https://www.builddirect.com/blog Transforming your spaces with good design ideas, and the best materials Fri, 18 Mar 2022 20:26:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.2 Find Your Style: 4 Iconic Looks and How to Make Them Your Own https://www.builddirect.com/blog/find-your-style-4-iconic-looks-and-how-to-make-them-your-own/ https://www.builddirect.com/blog/find-your-style-4-iconic-looks-and-how-to-make-them-your-own/#respond Fri, 18 Mar 2022 20:26:22 +0000 https://www.builddirect.com/blog/?p=64545 Building your dream room is easier with a little push in the right direction If you’re a design lover, deciding on a style for your space can be difficult. After all, those of us that can appreciate elegant design in all of its forms can be attracted to tons of different looks. Making your home […]

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]]> https://www.builddirect.com/blog/texas-flooring/feed/ 0 What Are the Most Popular Hardwood Floor Textures? https://www.builddirect.com/blog/hardwood-floor-texture/ https://www.builddirect.com/blog/hardwood-floor-texture/#respond Mon, 08 Nov 2021 20:11:58 +0000 https://www.builddirect.com/blog/?p=64185 Hardwood floors come in a variety of different textures and styles. From handscraped to smooth, there’s a textured hardwood that’s right for everyone.  What are the different types of hardwood flooring textures? Which is the best? Let’s take a look at four of the most popular hardwood floor textures, including why they’re popular and where […]

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]]> https://www.builddirect.com/blog/most-durable-flooring/feed/ 0 Carpet vs. Laminate Flooring: Which One Should I Choose? https://www.builddirect.com/blog/carpet-vs-laminate-flooring-which-one-should-i-choose/ https://www.builddirect.com/blog/carpet-vs-laminate-flooring-which-one-should-i-choose/#respond Wed, 13 Oct 2021 11:15:28 +0000 https://www.builddirect.com/blog/?p=64089 Carpet and laminate are both extremely popular options when it comes to flooring. If you’re looking to design and build a home from the ground up or you’re updating an existing space, these two prominent flooring options are almost certainly on your radar. Carpet and laminate are extremely different though. In fact, they have very […]

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]]> https://www.builddirect.com/blog/best-flooring-for-extreme-temperatures/feed/ 0 Tips for Selecting the Perfect Flooring on a Budget https://www.builddirect.com/blog/tips-for-selecting-the-perfect-flooring-on-a-budget/ https://www.builddirect.com/blog/tips-for-selecting-the-perfect-flooring-on-a-budget/#respond Wed, 06 Oct 2021 16:16:12 +0000 https://www.builddirect.com/blog/?p=64071 Taking on a home renovation project can be confusing. Factor in the cost and you may decide to leave your home as-is even if you know it could look and feel better. There’s no need to break the bank when it comes to your home flooring. That’s because there are many flooring options that look […]

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]]> https://www.builddirect.com/blog/maple-flooring/feed/ 0 What is the Best Vinyl Plank Flooring for Your Home? https://www.builddirect.com/blog/best-vinyl-plank-flooring/ https://www.builddirect.com/blog/best-vinyl-plank-flooring/#respond Sat, 18 Sep 2021 18:45:04 +0000 https://www.builddirect.com/blog/?p=64013 Homeowners love hardwood floors because of their high degree of luxury, endless versatility, and the fact that they add a ton of value to a home. Unfortunately, this century-old favorite also comes with a hefty price tag and plenty of inherent risks. Hardwood floors are beautiful and luxurious, but they’re also vulnerable to water damage, […]

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