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Eco-Friendly Flooring Options

In celebration of Earth Day, consider these eco-friendly flooring options.
Bamboo:   A renewable resource, these fast-growing grasses can be selectively harvested annually.  When selecting bamboo, look for products that are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified and have no formaldehyde added.   Some “green” disadvantages to bamboo are the overuse of bamboo forests may be destroying them, and [...]

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April 22, 2010 by America's Floor Source in Green Flooring, Hints and Tips, Interior Finishes, Uncategorized
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Luxury Vinyl Tile – Warm, Durable, Affordable and Low Maintenance

Looking for a warm, affordable, durable and water resistant flooring option for your home? Love the look of ceramic tile or slate, but don’t want the cold feet? Then consider LVT – luxury vinyl tile.

What is LVT?
LVT is a flexible vinyl floor tile/plank that contains beautiful, realistic printed designs protected by a durable urethane [...]

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March 16, 2010 by America's Floor Source in Interior Finishes, Kitchen and Bath, Luxury Vinyl Tile
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The Difference Between Solid Hardwood vs. Engineered Wood

With all of the wood flooring options available today, what is the difference between a solid hardwood floor versus an engineered wood floor?
A solid hardwood floor is exactly that, solid wood. Each plank or strip is made of a single piece of wood. There are no veneers, no reinforcements, no anything.
An engineered hardwood floor, on the [...]

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November 12, 2009 by America's Floor Source in Hardwood / Laminate, Hints and Tips, Interior Finishes, Uncategorized
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Window Blinds Can Be Both Esthetic and Functional

One way to keep the season’s cooler air from entering your home and the heat from escaping is through window blinds. 
Not only do window blinds help keep your energy bills under control, they also help protect your furnishings and flooring from damaging UV rays. 
Available in a variety of finishes, styles, colors, and textures, window blinds [...]

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September 29, 2009 by America's Floor Source in Interior Finishes, Window Treatments
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