MK Timber Flooring

In discussions about laminated vs Engineered Flooring Epping some might like to put engineered hardwood in the laminate flooring category. Some might suggest engineered is just an inferior version of solid strip hardwood flooring. But in reality it is neither. In fact, the original engineered hardwood floor was a sophisticated answer for difficult installation environments, environments where solid wood could not be used. It was designed for the wood snob, those that enjoyed fine wine and had an Audi parked in the driveway, clients that owned high rise condominiums in exotic locations. They decorated with silk Venetian blinds, and cultured marble fixtures. For their floors they were looking for real wood with all its subtleties of colour and richness of grain. These clients wanted the Real Thing but couldn't install it! Laminate flooring is made by taking a picture of a real wood and reproducing it photographically on the surface of plywood. It offers some great features (an...

Flooring can be the priciest of the materials that you want to upgrade in your home. Some people would rather focus their money on furniture or paintings to upgrade the look in their home. Luxury vinyl is becoming a popular choice for people. It will still maintain the impressive look of a well chosen floor. It is important to balance the pro's and con's of vinyl flooring. Pros Pricing- As stated before, vinyl and vinyl tiles are priced fairly to accommodate the tightest budgets. You will be able to focus your budget on other parts of interior design. Installation- One of the great things about vinyl sheet flooring is that it can be installed anywhere. This will save you money on installation fees that can add up. Any repairs to level a sub-floor and the cost of tearing out your existing floor would no longer come into play. Sturdiness- Even in bathrooms or kitchens, where their is a ton of moisture, vinyl sheet performs at a high level. Only in bathrooms you might wa...

You've spent weeks researching the best engineered flooring. You've spoken with flooring professionals. You've gone to the showroom, compared styles and colors, made a decision and purchased the floor. Now all that's left is the installation process. If you have experience installing hardwood floors and are planning on tackling the project yourself, make sure you have the right tools and know-how. The following are a few important tips for installing engineered flooring. Note - The following tips are only meant to be supplemental to the original manufacturer's installation instructions. Inspect the Wood Installing defective material is a sure-fire way to immediately ruin a floor, not to mention voiding your warranty. Check all the materials before beginning the project, just to be safe. Gather the Tools You'll need a number of important tools such as blue tape; a broom; chalk line; powernailer; pry bar; square; table saw; tape measure; towels; hardwo...

Are you tired of trying to clean, that worn out carpet, which is past its use by date? If your Carpets looking tired, then you should consider installing hardwood or laminate flooring. It depends on what look you're trying to achieve. Timber and laminate flooring gives the appearance of a sleek modern look. Timber Flooring Melbourne   Timber Flooring use to have a limited range of timbers to choose from, now you can have Blue Gum, Brushbox, Cypress Pine, Ironbark, Kempas, Jarrahh,   Spotted Gum, Tallowwood, Tassie Oak. If you're renovating and old house, then the chances of finding timber floors underneath, when you rip up the old carpet are fairly high. These floors can be brought back to life, with a bit of work. It's more challenging to install timber flooring than laying laminate flooring, so most people decide to have it professionally installed. Timber is definitely more expensive than floor coverings such as carpet and...

Laminate flooring is diverse and has many applications. The durability of laminate flooring is remarkable, hence why it is used commercially. The design options for laminate are endless. The popularity of laminate flooring is high and always increasing with new designs. Another reason for laminates popularity is its price. The budget friendly and durability aspects of laminate are unbeatable. Before you choose laminate for your project we would like to offer you some important information. Below are some important considerations of laminate flooring. 3 Essential Things You Should Know Before You Buy Laminate • If you are remodeling your home and can't quiet decide what flooring option should be used, laminate will be a good choice for you. If your flooring is dreary and worn out looking it is time to replace it. To keep your house looking fresh and beautiful you need to update your flooring. Dirty flooring can make a room look terrible. Replace your existing flooring with lam...