Expansion Gaps for Floating Floors and Hardwood: How Big, Where, and What Goes Wrong Without Them
How much space to leave at the walls for laminate, SPC vinyl plank and hardwood, where the gap is needed, and what quarter round...
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Warmest Flooring Options for Cold Canadian Winters: Underfoot Warmth by Material
Hardwood, laminate or SPC vinyl: which one feels warmest on a January morning? We compare published thermal figures for each material, explain what pads...
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Furniture, Appliances, Rolling Chairs and Rugs on New Floors: Pads, Weight and How Long to Wait
When can the sofa, fridge and office chair go back on a new floor? Here are the pad, castor and rug rules flooring makers...
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What Flooring Will Be in Style in 2027? In-Stock Colours, Plank Widths and Whether to Buy Now or Wait
Natural wood colours, wider and longer boards and matte finishes lead the 2027 outlook. See how our in-stock floors line up by colour and...
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Sun Fading and UV Discolouration on Hardwood and Engineered Floors in South-Facing GTA Rooms
Boards near a sunny window can turn paler or warmer than the rest of the room. Here is what causes the change, how white...
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Flooring for a Sunroom or Four-Season Room in Ontario: Temperature Swings and UV
A glassed-in room asks more of a floor than most rooms in the house. See the temperature and sun limits flooring makers publish, and...
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Best Flooring Colours for a North-Facing or Low-Light Room: Warm Natural Picks From Our Range
A north-facing or low-light room can make cool, grey floors look gloomy. Here is how to choose a warm floor tone that holds up,...
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