15th Apr 2011 @ 5:06 PM

People who opt for hardwood flooring in their homes may find the decision is of much benefit when they come to try and sell the property. This is because Westport News has reported that a survey carried out in the US by the National Wood Flooring Association revealed that 99 per cent of real estate ... more »

15th Apr 2011 @ 12:03 PM

An increasing number of people may soon opt for a wooden floor in their bathroom, following the comments of one expert. Cheryl Gurner, creative director of Bathrooms International, noted wood is making a comeback with regards to deployment in washrooms - but this time it is being used with a modern ... more »

14th Apr 2011 @ 3:49 PM

Solid flooring is the best option available to homeowners looking to improve the quality of the surfaces in their house. This is according to Peter Hotton, writing in the Boston Globe, who noted while other choices may be cheaper, they do not have the longevity that hardwoods can offer. "It can... more »

14th Apr 2011 @ 11:58 AM

People looking to upgrade their kitchen could opt for beech worktops after the space was labelled as the most significant room in the house. Rosie Millard, writing in the Telegraph, noted that the last 50 years has seen a transformation in what individuals now expect to see in a kitchen. "It ha... more »

13th Apr 2011 @ 5:01 PM

Spring time may see increasing numbers of people installing iroko decking as they look to spruce up their garden. Homeowners who make the decision to add a bit of vibrancy to their backyard and buy decking will then have a place for the family to eat, drink and relax. The quality of the wood is impo... more »

13th Apr 2011 @ 12:18 PM

Calling in the professionals is a good idea for home improvement projects such as installing hardwood flooring. This is because Jim Hustwit, UK country manager at MyHammer, noted there is "a reason that you pay a premium" when it comes to getting schemes completed. He noted there is some w... more »

12th Apr 2011 @ 3:52 PM

Cleaning hardwood flooring has never been easier thanks to the development in the finishes the surfaces have. Sweeping and vacuuming will be enough to ensure the maintenance from week to week, while furnishing entry points with mats is also a good idea, according to Holloway House. Steven Eck, chief... more »

12th Apr 2011 @ 11:38 AM

Oak worktops can be used as a focal point of the kitchen area. For homeowners who are looking to add a bit of class and comfort to their abode, selecting a wooden worktop is one option available to them. These types of surfaces have a durability that others cannot offer, which means a family can exp... more »

11th Apr 2011 @ 4:56 PM

People looking to sell a property need to make sure the hardwood decking is in as good a condition as possible. Julian Knight and Chiara Cavaglieri, writing in the Independent, noted the exterior of a home should never be neglected when trying to get an asking price for a house. For many, decking re... more »

11th Apr 2011 @ 4:49 PM

Hardwood floors can be re-sanded and restored to their original state, which means people can get years of enjoyment and satisfaction out of them. While other flooring surfaces such as carpets and kitchen tiles may start to degrade over the years, homeowners will be able to restore wooden boards man... more »