Recent Q&A

• Recommendations for a NO VOC durable floor finish?

  We are installing white oak hardwoods everywhere in our home. Can anyone recommend the best hardwood sealer/floor finish? We are going to go with the natural color of the wood,…

• Non-toxic laminate brands?

  After MUCH consideration and debate, we have decided to go with laminate flooring for our home. I know this isn't the "greenest" choice, but it is the right choice for…

• Best brands of engineered hardwoods?

  We are planning to go with an engineered hardwood. What are the best brands in terms of VOCs, formaldehyde testing, etc. We like the look of Teka floors but are…

• Affordable, non-toxic floating floor for the basement?

  我在寻找一个负担得起的弗洛oring choice for our finished basement. We are putting hardwoods in throughout the main floor, but need to save a little in the basement.…

• Notched I-joist fix

  We had a plumber notch our new home's engineered i-joist when installing a tub drain. We were furious but that is besides the point at this time. We are attempting…

• Insulate on top of rigid foam?

  We insulated the concrete walls of our basement with 2" rigid foam XPS insulation. We taped and caulked seams. Our insulation contractor says it meets code as is (R-10) and…

• Engineered Hardwoods?

  Hello. We are building a new house and are looking for a flooring other than carpet, tile, or linoleum to put throughout our entire ranch and finished walkout basement. I…