Month: June 2015
Porcelain tiles are manufactured at a high rate of temperature in order to enable a hard wearing and stain resistant finish. Unfortunately, accidents can happen. Light fluids can be used in order to remove some stubborn stains from porcelain tile. We present you a list of the most common types of stains . . . Read more
A frequent complaint is staining due to kitchen mishaps. These type of stains can occasionally penetrate the porous finish and become painful to remove. Bleach and other oxidants are used to eliminate deep and stains but not in case of saturated stains and hard water marks. Consider the following options: Hydrogen peroxide Steam . . . Read more
A sealer is a liquid coat which is applied to the porous surface of the tile or grout. The sealer has the purpose of protecting surfaces from oxidation, natural deterioration and day-to-day wear. Sealers are generally used to protect unglazed tiles and grouts from absorbing stains. We will not provide . . . Read more
“How slippery is travertine tile“? This is a common question asked by customers interested into installing travertine. General rules can be applied to different travertine finishes. Considering the “static co-efficient of friction” (SCOF), which in layman’s terms is a description of the force required to move a stationary object in relation to . . . Read more
Even tough any customer can install tile, there are rules you might want to keep in mind before starting this process. How easy is it? There are distinct categories of tile installation methods, and some are easier than others. If the tiling associates a secondary process (for example plumbing in a bathroom or shower or . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Alnus Alder is generally found in North America, mostly in the Pacific Northwest, typically between California and Alaska. Hardwood harvested in North America is referred to as domestic, which is less expensive than the imported exotic hardwoods. There are many species of alder in the world and the most frequently used in woodworking today . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Prunus Serotina American Cherry, also known as Black Cherry It is also referred to as: North American Cherry, Black Cherry, Wild Cherry, Whiskey Cherry, Rum Cherry, and Black Chokecherry. This a popular hardwood floor choice for many customers. While it is not as favored as other species . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Prunus Serotina American Cherry, also known as Black Cherr. It is also referred to as: North American Cherry, Black Cherry, Wild Cherry, Whiskey Cherry, Rum Cherry, and Black Chokecherry. Brazilian Cherry is a commonly used as hardwood flooring. While it is not as famous as other species such . . . Read more
Australian Cypress is a perfect choice of wood flooring for customers who are looking for a light colored floor. It is considered a softwood, dark knots occur throughout the wood naturally, and the wood does not darken drastically when exposed to light as some other species do. Australian Cypress is . . . Read more
Fast Facts Color: The color varies from light cream to a darker amber, and will darken slightly and amber over time. Always remember that exposure to UV light speeds the darkening/ambering process. Grain: It is somewhat a rough texture. Variations within Species and Grades: There are high levels of color variation within . . . Read more