A man wearing a light gray T-shirt and dark gray work trousers with strap-on knee pads. He is kneeling down and in the process of installing engineered wood flooring. The flooring planks are dark brown with a natural wood veneer that has an irregular grain pattern. Each floorboard has tongues and grooves along its edge to allow the boards to be interlocked for easy installation. There is blue underlayment on the subfloor. In the left center of the photograph is a white "thumbs down" icon and along the bottom are the words "Disadvantages of Engineered Wood Flooring (Should You Use?)" written in white letters on a semi-transparent brown background.

Disadvantages of Engineered Wood Flooring (Should You Use?)

The floor is an important feature of your home that can add character and comfort. If you’re trying to decide between traditional wood flooring and engineered alternatives, you should know if there are any disadvantages of engineered wood flooring. This article explains all.

A sheet of particleboard with a sheet of MDF on top. Both sheets are finished with a blue plastic laminate. The different materials can be seen in the exposed cross-sections presented to the camera. In the bottom left of the image are three blue question marks. Across the top of the image are the words "What Is Manufactured Wood? Main Types Plus Pros and Cons."

What Is Manufactured Wood? Main Types Plus Pros and Cons

If you’ve ever wondered to yourself, “What Is Manufactured Wood?” this article is for you. We look at the main types of manufactured wood, how they are made and what their pros and cons are. After reading this article, you’ll know which type of engineered wood is right for your project.

A photograph of a stylish decking area with a balcony that juts out over a green lawn. The deck has a gray glass outdoor dining table and six gray mesh-backed chairs. The decking boards are light brown and have a visible grain. The building the deck abuts has large windows along its length. There is also a large overhang on the building with prominent wooden beams that partially covers the decking area. The railing around the decking has black metal posts, steel wire cross-pieces and wood-effect handrail. In the bottom right hand corner is an icon showing a person reading a book. The words "TimberTech Composite Decking - Everything You Need To Know" appear across the top of the image.

TimberTech Composite Decking – Everything You Need To Know

TimberTech composite decking is a good choice for a durable and eco-friendly deck for your home. But with all the different options and features available at different price points, choosing the right one for your home can be confusing. This article guides you through the types, price points, and features available to help you decide.

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The Real Costs of Recycled Plastic Homes (3D and Bricks Too)

Recycled plastic is popping up in more and more building products, making it possible to build a house entirely from recycled plastic. In this article, we look at the costs of recycled plastic homes, including 3D printed homes and homes built using recycled plastic bricks.