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Red Oak vs. White Oak Flooring: Which Should You Choose?

Red Oak vs. White Oak Flooring: Which Should You Choose?

Should you choose red oak or white oak for your new hardwood floor? Discover the differences between these two types of wood flooring and why one might be better than the other.
Scrap Laminate Flooring Projects for Your Hardwood Floor Scraps

Scrap Laminate Flooring Projects for Your Hardwood Floor Scraps

A fantastic list of scrap wood projects for you to repurpose your short, medium and long hardwood floor scraps and cutoffs. If you're stuck thinking of things to make out of wood, you should definitely start here!
Engineered Hardwood vs Laminate Flooring : Learn the Differences

Engineered Hardwood vs Laminate Flooring : Learn the Differences

If you are thinking about installing a new floor for your home, you need to consider the type of flooring that is suitable. Not only does it involve cost, but also time and effort, especially if you plan to install it yourself. The right type of floor can add value, beauty, and save money. Are you considering installing a laminate or an engineered wood floor to cut cost? Let’s make some comparisons to see if they’re worth using.
The Secret to Going Green With Your Flooring

The Secret to Going Green With Your Flooring

Many homeowners take energy efficiency and eco-consciousness to the next level by installing new windows, boosting wall and attic insulation, and possibly changing out asphalt shingles to a reflective metal roof. All these things considered, there's still one area that is still often overlooked when it comes to green-friendly home products – the flooring.
Does Hardwood Floor Planking Size Make a Difference?

Does Hardwood Floor Planking Size Make a Difference?

Once you've determined the perfect flooring for your needs there may be one more thing to consider – plank size. This isn't necessarily the width of the boards themselves (although that does make a difference in the looks when installed) but the actual thickness. Here are some reasons why hardwood floor plank size should be added to your shopping checklist: