Flooring - Building Renewable

Two photographs of wood flooring products. The photo on the left features engineered hardwood flooring with the different layers of plywood and veneer clearly visible and being pointed out by a person holding a pencil to the side of the wood piece. The photo on the right shows solid hardwood flooring with a single wood grain visible throughout the entire thickness of the product. There are indicator gauges and a yellow question mark in the center of the image to indicate the question of which is better. Along the bottom of the image are the words "Engineered Hardwood Flooring: Better Than Solid Hardwood?"

Engineered Hardwood Flooring: Better Than Solid Hardwood?

ByJim Pritchard April 3, 2023November 8, 2024

Engineered hardwood flooring is gaining popularity as a cheaper alternative to hardwood flooring. But is it better than solid hardwood? In this article, we find out.

Two photographs side by side. The left hand photo is of a composite deck being built and the one on the right is a wooden deck under construction. In the centre at the bottom is an icon of a small boy holding two green "greater than and less than" symbols in a questioning way. Across the top of the image are the words "Composite Decking-What Is It And Is It Better Than Wood?"

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Composite Decking-What Is It And Is It Better Than Wood?

ByJim Pritchard April 2, 2023October 13, 2024

Composite decking is becoming a popular option for many householders these days. In this article, we look at the pros and cons of composite decking, including whether it’s better than wood for use on a garden deck.

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The Pros and Cons of Eco-Friendly Carpeting (Why Consider)

ByJim Pritchard January 12, 2023October 13, 2024

Eco-friendly carpeting makes use of natural materials and avoids harmful chemicals. But is it any good? We look at the benefits and disadvantages of going green with your floor coverings.