President Obama’s New “Working Forest” Program Grants $52.2 Million for 2012
February 14, 2012 | 
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President Obama’s America’s Great Outdoors Initiative has won praise from conservationists and industry groups alike. This balanced program is designed to protect American jobs and conserve the country’s most gorgeous landscapes for future generations. And the Forest Legacy Program in 2012 has granted over $52 million in “working forest" projects! Read the rest of this entry »
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Polyurethane versus Waterborne Hardwood Flooring Finishes: Which to Choose?
Whether you are about to embark on a major remodeling or reconstruction project on your Bay Area home, or you are planning a simple refinishing job in preparation to sell your unit or home, you have choices galore to make. Read the rest of this entry »
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How “Dust-Free” is Dust-Free Refinishing, Anyway?
We searched long and hard to find the most powerful, cutting-edge dust containment system, and we're convinced that the "Atomic Trailer” system is best of breed. This extraction system succeeds at eliminating 99% of dust created during the sanding process. Read the rest of this entry »
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2012 Floor Design Trends: Asian Invasion? Zen Spa? Something Else Entirely?
2012 is knocking at our door, and home and condo designers throughout the Bay Area are searching for the next best trends in flooring.
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Trends in Hardwood Flooring for 2012: Exciting (and Surprising!) Innovations…
Let’s face facts: You are a hardwood floor aficionado.
You can abide by carpets in certain situations – under very carefully controlled circumstances. But you prefer the beautiful, clean, hardwood floor look. Whether you are remodeling your East Bay condominium, gutting and restoring a beautiful old San Francisco area mansion, or simply looking for fun and cool tips to make your floors “pet, child and teenager proof,” here are some 2012 flooring trends: Read the rest of this entry »
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Winter Wood Floor Water Damage: How to Protect Against It and Fight Back if It Does Occur
Hardwood floors have a lot of “pluses” that make them appealing for designers, remodelers, builders, and owners alike. But although hardwood floors can withstand lots of heavy traffic and abuse, they are vulnerable to water damage. When water damage occurs to hardwood floors, the cleanup can be expensive and annoying. Read the rest of this entry »
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Why Bother to Refinish Your Hardwood Floors in Time for the Holidays?
It’s holiday season, and your relatives, friends, new additions, and possibly some surprise guests will, very soon, be heading your way for a yummy home cooked meal, companionship, and gift giving. In the hustle and bustle to “get everything ready” for Thanksgiving and the December holidays, you need to prioritize. Your time is limited, as are your financial resources and your ability to focus. Read the rest of this entry »
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The Elegance of Hardwood Flooring
Whether you are upgrading from carpeting to hardwood, renovating a gorgeous old San Francisco loft, or simply comparison shopping in preparation for a mini renovation, you need to select the right flooring material for the job.
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What is Cork Flooring? And Why Might You Choose It?
-What is Cork Flooring? And Why Might You Choose It?-
A 2008 survey conducted by the American Institute of Architects Home Design found that cork flooring is becoming more popular with designers, homeowners, and even some business owners. Read the rest of this entry »
Why Is Bamboo Flooring So Eco-Friendly?
If you have been researching hardwood floor options, no doubt you've come across lots of articles that sing the praises of bamboo as a tremendously eco-friendly material. These are generally correct, but not necessarily so. Read the rest of this entry »
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