What are the pros and cons with dark hardwood floors vs light hardwood floors? Hold up a white index card over half of this to shift from light to dark hardwood floors. There are several other examples throughout this article. Which do you prefer – dark or light wood? Thankfully, when it comes to […]
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What are the best warm grays and greiges when it comes to paint colors? Gray is currently the most popular paint color. It’s soft, stylish and neutral…the perfect combo. Gray also works so well with dark hardwood floors (the most popular) as well as light hardwood floor. It just seems to work everywhere. But, many
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of hardwood floors vs Tile Planks that look like wood? I get a lot of calls and comments on my blog asking me whether I think hardwood floors or porcelain planks (that look like wood) are better? It’s a challenging question to answer both because “it depends” and
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Advantages of jute and sisal area rugs, and where to find the best and more affordable ones Sisal and jute are natural fiber rugs that have been rapidly growing in popularity. They look very similar, so many confuse them. While they have a similar appearance, the two differ when it comes to texture, feel, durability
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Best places to purchase porcelain tiles that look like hardwood floors Wood look tiles are one of the most popular types of flooring these days, especially in warmer climate homes and in areas that are prone to water or moisture (e.g. kitchens, bathrooms, entryways, basements). They are super stylish and of course waterproof. Tiles that
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Stain color trends for hardwood floors When it comes to hardwood flooring in Westchester NY, dark and light are in – both extremes. Light stains gives the room a nice warm, airy and welcome look; dark stains hardwood gives the room a more formal and sophisticated look. At the moment, dark seems to be the
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9 Bathroom Vanity Trends to help you choose the best vanity for your space For most homeowners, the master bathroom has become their sanctuary – their personal space where they can relax and grab a moment all to themselves. If you’re thinking about remodeling your bathroom or even just making some minor changes, the bathroom
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Which type of polyurethane is better for refinishing hardwood floors – oil-based or water-based polyurethane? We offer both options, but I usually recommend oil based polyurethane over water based for dark floors because: 1. It looks better 2. It lasts longer 3. It costs less. So, it seems like a no brainer, right? Well, usually
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Furniture Protectors to Prevent Ruining Hardwood Flooring Today we’ll be talking about the best hardwood floor furniture protectors, because they’re not all made equal, and it’s important to pick something that makes sense for you and your situation. Choosing the right type furniture protectors will prevent scratches and prolong the life of your floors.
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Most basements are notoriously on the darker side, so most homeowners are looking for solutions to lighten up the space – both to make it more inviting and also to make it look larger. Most basements are below the ground or partially below grade so the limited natural light makes things extra challenging. So I’ve
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