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Month: June 2015

Types of Manufactured Decking

Types of manufactured decking In addition to wood decking materials, there are a few more choices if you’re not satisfied with having wood for your deck. Here you will find alternative options for building your deck without resorting to wood. Composite decking Wood and other materials have been mixed in . . . Read more

Decking Accessories

Decking accessories Construction materials are just as important as the quality of the wood when building your deck. Railings, fasteners, rollers, something to cut the wood if near edges, and dividers will be needed to complete your set before preparing to start. Hardware and fasteners When assembling your deck, there . . . Read more

Deck Finishing and Sealing

Deck coating and sealing Coating a deck is an optional process if wanting to apply a tint so as to alter the look of the wood used for building a deck. Sealing decks is necessary if a wooden material was used, for this will keep water and other elements from . . . Read more

Types of Wood Decking

Types of wood decking Decks are exposed to everyday activities and traffic, such as pets, kids, walking, heavy objects and weather, therefore they have to have durability and be sturdy. When correctly installed, decks will not only improve the appearance of your house, but also increase its value. When having . . . Read more

Why build a deck?

Why build a deck? The most popular of home projects today is that of outdoor living. Homeowners everywhere are having their houses expanded by building decks in order to escape to a relaxing zone or turning them into outdoor spaces for gatherings, with kitchens, playgrounds or other entertaining purposes. It’s . . . Read more

Maintaining Your Area Rug

Accidents happen and the removal of spots and spills is one of the most crucial areas of rug maintenance. When the rug is affected, a quick response can save the day. Quickly response with the proper cleaning method. You have to make a simple maintenance program that will keep your rug . . . Read more

How Area Rugs Are Made

Area rugs are made with the same old techniques used for decades. After the apparition of the machines, area rugs are made faster, but the techniques did not change. The price of your rug is fixed by the time of your rug’s work and the weaver’s talent. But don’t forget . . . Read more

How to Care for Your Area Rug

Use the help of our maintenance guide to enjoy the beauty of your new rug for years Unpacking The rug may have bulges that will prevent it from laying flat on the floor. This occurs due to tight rolling during shipment. It may take a day or two for the . . . Read more

Spot Cleaning Area Rugs

The type of the stain can vary greatly the steps of cleaning your area rug. For maximum chances in removing a stain you have to pick from below the type of stain and follow the appropriate steps from the Type of Treatment list. Cleaning will not guarantee that the stain . . . Read more