Wood siding is an environmentally friendly choice because it is biodegradable and does not emit pollutants during the manufacturing process. It is also one of the oldest siding options available. Wood has a natural, traditional, and beautiful look. This siding is typically made from cedar, fir, cypress. pine, spruce, or redwood. Wood can can be left in its natural state, painted, or stained in … [Read more...]
Flooring 101
Since humans first began to upgrade from dirt/earthen floors, some type of flooring has been underfoot. Stone, tile, concrete, and even carpet have been around for thousands of years. Obviously, the quality and craftsmanship has improved over time as technology and manufacturing processes evolved. You can learn more about the history of flooring here. Hardwood did not get its start until … [Read more...]
Flooring: Wood
Hardwood flooring got its start in the 1600s as unfinished planks. Wood floors were not mass produced until the mid-1800s. In the early 1900s, the introduction of tongue-and-groove construction allowed for the leveling of planks before installation. Wood flooring comes in either solid or engineered form. Solid wood is exactly what it sounds like – a solid board or plank. Engineered wood … [Read more...]