Climate change produced a bonanza of cheap wood in B.C. and Europe through beetle infestations, which resulted in an increased supply of cheap logs and lumber for export, Taylor said. Beetle kill ...

A relatively new method involves sending a small remote-controlled robot into the void under the floor to install spray foam insulation onto the underside of the boards. The company behind this ...

(I added floor protector pads on the bottom of the legs to protect my historic wooden floors. Only with those pads did the center support legs slightly touch the floor.) Silk & Snow says the ...

The profession of interior design in B.C. has been self-regulated since 1950 and protecting the public interest is a core mandate. Wood WORKS! BC has announced the nominees for the 2016 Wood Design ...

The answers to the following common questions might be helpful when beginning to use a new hardwood floor cleaner machine. Q. Does my hardwood floor require a specific cleaner? Yes. Use a pH ...

Reasons to Choose Hardwood Flooring Refinishing: Cost-Effective: Wood floor refinishing is a more affordable way to rejuvenate your hardwood floors than replacing them. Expert Craftsmanship ...

Hydrothermal vents are cracks in the ocean floor that release hot, mineral-rich water into the deep sea. They form when seawater seeps into Earth’s crust in areas where tectonic plates are eithe ...

Hardwood flooring costs typically range from $7 to $25 per square foot, but most homeowners will pay around $16 per square foot on average. Hardwood flooring offers an elegant, classic look ...

LVP flooring is water-resistant (with some types being 100% waterproof) and low-maintenance. It also closely resembles wood or stone floors thanks to advancements in design and texture.

Engineered vinyl flooring can mimic the look of hardwood floors, but it’s easier to clean up and maintain. Vinyl flooring has several layers, including an underlayment, a rigid core, a printed ...

When Smalley got there from his home in Tennessee, he saw numerous items, including the antique wooden bar, were missing. "They just ripped it out of the floor," he said. "It's very sad, it was a ...

Wax should be considered as a top coat—a final layer of protection, not the only protective finish, on a hardwood floor. The best candidate for waxing is a hardwood floor that was previously ...