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A Above Grade Floor above ground surfaces. Acrylic Impregnated This is injected into the wood’s cellular structure with the purpose of increasing the hardness. Acrylic Urethane This is a solution which produces the same benefit as a polyurethane coating. Adhesive Adhesive is a type of glue used to secure tongue and grooved boards together. . . . 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
Ceramic: is a fired clay material. Porcelain: is a specific category of ceramic with unique features (for example high density and durability). Glaze: is a term which describes the process of decorating tiles with natural and artificial colors while a second firing process. Mosaic tile: Small tiles connected in a pattern using a mesh backing that can . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Fagus grandifolia Beech trees grow throughout Europe, Asia, and North America. The American Beech is found in North America where it generally grows in the eastern portion of the United States and in eastern Canadian provinces. The largest production of beech trees for lumber is in the Central and Middle . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Betula Yellow birch and sweet birch are the two forms frequently used for floorings. These are typically found in the Lake States and throughout the Northeast, although they can also be found along the Appalachian Mountains down through northern Georgia. Yellow birch’s color ranges from a light yellow . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Guibourtia demeusei The bubinga trees are found in West Africa, generally in the areas of Gabon and Cameroon. Those trees grow in height from 130 to 170 feet and can have a trunk diameter of six and a half feet. When discussing about the colors, the wood ranges . . . 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