February 27, 2020 10:55 pm
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Natural flooring materials are in vogue now more than ever, and that includes cork flooring. This renewable resource—made from the cork oak tree—has been around for decades, but is seeing a new surge of popularity thanks to an increased interest in using sustainable materials. Is cork flooring right for your Santa Cruz, CA home? This overview will give you an idea of the benefits and drawbacks associated with this flooring material. How it’s made and installed Cork is harvested from the cork oak tree, ground up and bonded with resins. This yields a soft, plush flooring material that feels great... View Article
February 13, 2020 10:55 pm
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As you research flooring options for your home, you may have come across sisal flooring in Santa Cruz, CA. This material, which is made from a type of agave plant grown in Brazil, is part of an ongoing trend toward using natural fibers and materials in homes. More homeowners are turning toward natural materials instead of synthetic flooring, which often requires the use of petroleum and fossil fuels, which are less than environmentally friendly. Sisal is just one natural option—here’s why we think you’ll love it: Natural material: Because sisal is a natural plant fiber, it’s great for people with... View Article
January 27, 2020 8:32 pm
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Carpeting is the most popular home flooring material in Santa Cruz, CA homes. It offers the comfort, price point and variety of options homeowners are looking for when they decide to redo their floors. But what most people don’t realize is the sheer number of options there are when choosing carpet. Beyond color and piling, many homeowners aren’t even aware that the first decision they have to make is what kind of carpeting fiber to choose. If you’re in this situation, here’s a quick rundown of your options and how they differ from one another: Acrylic: Known as “manmade wool,”... View Article
January 13, 2020 8:32 pm
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One of the major conveniences of hardwood flooring is how easy it is to clean and maintain over time. It doesn’t attract and retain stains and debris as readily as carpet, and it’s not as difficult to clean as tile and grout, for example. But hardwood’s reputation for easy maintenance is only true if you’re doing it right. Too many people treat the wood flooring in their Santa Cruz, CA home like it can stand up to anything. And while it’s resilient, there are some things that it just doesn’t weather well—namely, poor cleaning practices. Here’s what you should and... View Article
December 24, 2019 11:30 pm
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So, it’s time to replace all or some of the flooring in your house. You’ve had your eye on stone tile flooring and natural hardwood planks—both fantastic material options—but these products and installation services do not come cheap. Enter another option: vinyl flooring. Vinyl is an ever-popular flooring option, and it has been for decades. It mimics the look and feel of natural wood planks and wood tiles for a fraction of the cost. New vinyl floors hold strong against stains, scratches and other types of damage. Take a look at all your options before choosing your new floors. If... View Article
