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The Benefits of a Floating Laminate Floor

Laminate is undoubtedly one of the most ‘low-maintenance’ flooring materials available, primarily because of its unique composition. Laminate flooring is generally made up of various layers fused together to form a flooring board. There are four main layers: the wear layer, the pattern layer (also known as the image layer), . . . Read more

The Friction and Slip Resistance of Travertine Tile

A common question asked by those interested in installing travertine is “how slippery is travertine tile?” This question is open to interpretation and opinion, and can be affected by a number of factors. There are some general rules that can be applied to how slippery different travertine finishes are in . . . Read more