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Wood Flooring Guide

The good news for homeowners who develop a liking of the durability, feel and look of hardwood is that they no longer have to forego these features while doing their bits to save the earth.

 

The Importance of Low VOC Carpets

Majority of American households have their houses carpeted but not realizing that this can cause problems to indoor air quality. Carpet, with its associated padding and adhesive, is a major source of VOCs.  Installed carpet has an inherent properties of 100 over chemicals, and to make matters worse, it captures additional chemicals and pollutants from outside.

 

Radiant Floor Design Possibilities

 Hydronic radiant floors

Are you aware that as much as 35% to 45% of residential energy bills go to heating/cooling?  Radiant floor designs can save 40% of your heating costs while keeping the house comfortable.  It also comes with 'no-noise' guarantee since heat is transmitted over the floor (it does not make use of mechanical parts like fans or blowers).  It can go under the existing floor between the joists or under most finish materials.

 

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