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Information About Hardwood Floors
March 10th, 2010 | 
Author: Having new hardwood floors installed in your home, office or business space has many great advantages. Along with the beauty, style, warmth and character, hardwood also brings value to your space. It is a well known fact that properties that have wood floors, as opposed to wall to wall carpet, sell faster and for higher prices. Wood flooring is considered an upgrade to the basic vinyl or carpet floor covering that builders install in new homes. Whether you choose a solid floor or an engineered floor, factory prefinished or site-sanded and finished flooring, you will know that when selling time comes, your investment will return in the form of a higher selling price and/or a faster sale.
Hardwood floors can be installed in most areas of your home. Be it the main level, upstairs or basement, there are several choices for each situation. There are limitations when it comes to the location of the area to be installed. Wood floors are not recommended in areas that are prone to water spills, water accumulation, condensation or extreme levels of moisture( Full bathrooms, laundry rooms, areas without a controlled climate).
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The Different Types of Tiles
Ceramic tiles are created by reducing different types of clay to a fine powder, the mixing with other materials. The tiles are then fired in a kiln at high temperature. When ceramic tiles are glazed, they have been covered with a finely ground glass substance and re-fired. The glass melts on the tile sealing it and creating the hi-gloss surface found on the tiles. The tiles are very durable and resistant to water and staining.
Mixing clays and other materials with a finely ground sand produces the ingredients from which Porcelain tiles are made. These tiles are also fired at extreme temperatures and when the sand melts one sees the glass-like quality of each tile. While these tiles are more durable in many ways than ceramic tiles, they do chip and are not recommended for high traffic areas. When the tiles are installed special equipment must be used to cut the tiles so that do not chip and become damaged.
Agglomerate tiles are made using a combination of polyester resin with marble or granite chips. This tile looks like marble or granite when it is done. It is extremely strong, has the classic look of natural stone, and is resistant to wear. Many businesses use these tiles in foyers and other areas where an elegant tile is desired. This is also a popular tile for counter-tops and bathrooms.