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With so many different manufacturers to choose from, choosing a hardwood floor can be a daunting task for most anyone. A person can easily get overwhelmed, confused, and frustrated by all of the choices available. In this article I will attempt to make that choice a little easier, I will also discuss why Mullican flooring can fit most any taste, budget, or need you may have. Mullican flooring is made from the finest raw materials available. The flooring is made from slow-growth lumber that is harvested from the northern Appalachian Mountains and is dried and processed using the most efficient methods within the industry. Mullican takes great pride in harvesting lumber from only sustainable forests and now has a line of FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified products. Committed to preserving the environment, Mullican hardwood flooring is helping to lead the green movement. If you are a price conscience consumer or one that likes the finer things in life, Mullican hardwood can fit th...

If you are considering installing engineered hardwood, there are a few things you should know. First I am going to to talk about the tools necessary to do the job, then I will get into the installation process. In this article I am going to cover the glue down installation method. The tools necessary for installation are: 1.) Hand-scraper (used for scraping up adhesives and other contaminates from the sub-floor.) 2.) Broom and dust pan. 3.) Door jamb saw. (this tool is used for under-cutting the door facings) 4.) Trowel (used to spread adhesive) 5.) 6-8 foot straight edge. (used for checking the sub-floor for imperfections or undulations.) 6.) Chop/Miter saw. 7.) Table saw. 8.) Adhesive (Urethane is preferred) 9.) Pry-bar 10.) Rubber Mallet. This tool may or may not be necessary, this will depend on how well the product goes together. A rubber mallet may damage the finish; so be careful when using one. 11.) Floor leveling compound or floor patch. 12.) Wood chisel. 13.) Chalk line 14.) ...

In this article I will discuss the pros and cons of both laminate and hardwood flooring. By the end of this post you should be able to decide what will best fit your needs. First I will cover hardwood flooring. Pros: (1.) Hardwood flooring can be refinished (2.) Hardwood flooring ads real value to your home. Adds approximately 15% of value to your home. (3.) Hardwood flooring is ecologically friendly. Many manufacturers must abide by strict guidelines when harvesting lumber. More trees are being replanted more than ever before. (4.) Hardwood flooring is easy to maintain. Suppliers such as Bona-Kemi have made cleaners that will not damage the floor. (5.) Hardwood is timeless and never goes out of style. Wood floors can truly last a lifetime. (6.) Hardwood is hypo allergenic. Dust mites, mold, mildew and animal dander cannot grow and hide in hardwood. (7.) Hardwood is affordable. While the cost of raw materials to make nylon carpet is going up; hardwood pricing is going down. (8.) Hardw...

In the early 1900's the Lacey act was enacted to prevent the illegal transportation, exportation, importation and sale of any wildlife into, or out of this country. In the summer of 2008 there was an amendment made to this act. The act now covers certain types of plants and plant products, as well as illegally harvested lumber that are made into wood flooring. Those who are found taking part in these illegal acts are subject to a 500,000 penalty and up to 5 years in prison. In order for wood flooring suppliers to bring in exotic hardwoods into our country, they must abide by the regulations and have all materials declared to be free from illegal harvesting practices. Approximately 18% of all exotic hardwood floors brought into this country have been illegally harvested and milled overseas. Suppliers who have been practicing good stewardship have been hurt by this 18%. It costs a lot of money to have products declared Eco-friendly. Those suppliers that are not abiding by the Lacey a...

No matter what kind of flooring you have in your home, it is important to know how to properly maintain them. In this article I will attempt to explain the various types of floors and how to care for them. For simplicity sake, I will cover the maintenance of hardwood, laminate, tile, natural stone and carpet. There are many different types of flooring to maintain, however these are the most popular. Laminate floors are gaining popularity, because they are easy to maintain, very durable and are cost effective. To take care of laminate properly you first need to vacuum the floor regularly and clean the floor with a laminate floor cleaner. Gently spray the floor cleaner over the floor, in a four by four foot section. Next, take a swiffer mop and remove the cleaner. If there is any gum or other contaminates on the floor remove them first before cleaning. Laminate floor cleaner is widely available through your local flooring retailer. I suggest using the cleaner that is recommended by t...