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Archive for October 2011

October 31, 20116 months ago

3 Ways to Find Tile Design Ideas for Your Portland Bathroom

A porcelain tile border is an excellent way to add style and panache to your bathroom tile; Portland homeowners need only a little time and creativity to design a bathroom that will awe and impress guests. With all of the inspiring tile borders within your reach, however, it can be hard to select the perfect tile for your specific tastes and needs.

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October 28, 20116 months ago

How to Care for Your Hardwood Floors

Hardwood floors can bring a clean, warm glow to any home for generations – as long as they are properly cared for, that is. Follow the tips listed below to keep your wood flooring gleaming for decades to come. Read more

October 27, 20116 months ago

Trendy Kitchen Countertops: Quartz vs. Granite

Both granite and quartz make gorgeous natural stone countertops. For the last decade or so, granite has been the material of choice for kitchen countertops. However, quartz is quickly gaining popularity among designers and contractors. The major differences between these two kitchen countertop materials are outlined below. Read more

Newsletter: October 2011

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October 17, 20117 months ago

Quick Tips for Cleaning the Grout in Your Tile Flooring or Backsplash

Few materials enhance the style of a home like porcelain or ceramic tile. Portland homeowners who own tile floors or backsplashes quickly learn, however, that although tile is a relatively low-maintenance material, some scrubbing of the grout will eventually be required.

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Product Spotlight : CaesarStone

 

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October 12, 20117 months ago

How to Clean Granite Countertops

Granite countertops are highly popular in today’s kitchens. These natural stone countertops are prized among homeowners not only for their beauty and style, but for their durability and easy upkeep. Because granite is hard and dense, its surface isn’t easily penetrated by dirt, liquids and other stains.

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October 10, 20117 months ago

3 Questions to Ask Before Settling on Flooring for Your Home

When remodeling or building a new home, it’s critical to select a type of flooring that meets the needs of your family. After all, flooring is a long-term investment in style and comfort for most homeowners, which means the decision you make now will impact your home for years to come. Before choosing between wall to wall carpet, stone tile flooring or hardwood flooring, Portland homeowners should first ask themselves the following questions. Read more

Pros and Cons of Cork Flooring

As consumers are increasingly demanding affordable, eco-friendly materials for their homes, natural cork flooring has risen in popularity. However, many homeowners pass over this green flooring option simply because they don’t know much about it. When thinking about installing cork flooring, Portland homeowners should keep in mind the following pros and cons: Read more

October 6, 20117 months ago

4 Benefits of Porcelain Tile Flooring

For many homeowners who are remodeling or building a new home, porcelain tile flooring is a strong contender for kitchen and bathroom flooring. Portland, Oregon homeowners appreciate porcelain tile floors for their sturdiness, durability and scratch resistance, among other features.

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