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29 September 2014

Exeter, NH Bathroom is a BIG Splash

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A Mother and Daughter Team Up to Design a Bathroom

A homeowner of Exeter, New Hampshire lived in a condo prior, and a few years ago purchased a home on a cul-de sac with a beautiful yard and lots of privacy. Living in a detached home was a big change from condo living but a welcomed one. The bathrooms needed updating especially the master bathroom. This homwowner/mother teamed up with her daughter to design a bathroom similar to one that was on a design show. It is true that necessity and budget will drive the project, but magazines, TV home shows and your local floor and tile store will offer much inspiration.

It was important to our Exeter, NH homeowner to keep her home up-to-date for both personal and resale reasons and we were happy to assist her! She wanted something current, yet classic with a contrast between the walls and floor.

The homeowner had the walls painted in the Ben Moore, Color Navajo White. The tiles we used in the

Master Bathroom:
Master Floor: 12 x 24 Dark Gray Tile installed running bond w/ charcoal gray grout providing a contrast with the walls
Shower Floor: Dark Gray 2 x 2 matches the bath floor for a rich cohesive look throughout the bathroom
Shower Walls: Mediterranea Statuario Venetino 3 x 6 Running Bond (similar to white carrara) with 4 rows of Anatolia Bliss Iceland Random Decorative. We customized a corner shelf ideal for sitting or for the lady of the house a great shelf to shave your legs. The shower nook is a perfect decorative solution for storing shampoos and conditioners.

Guest Bathroom:
Daltile Veranda Color Rock 12 x 24 with Tec Delorean Gray Grout installed on a running bond horizontally across the room to give a wider feel in this guest bathroom.

Powder Room:
Daltile Veranda Color Rock 13″ x 13″ with Tec Delorean Gray Grout installed on a straight lay for a simple clean look. This was the best choice pattern for this small powder room.

Our customer is so pleased with her new spaces. The tile feels clean and soft where everything felt gritty and old before.

A lovely transformation!

Filed Under: Bathroom, Porcelain Tile, Tile Tagged With: bathroom, exeter new hampshire

29 September 2014

Installing Hardwood Flooring Can Improve The Value of Your Home

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Solid Ash Hardwood

Buying a home will be the largest purchase you will ever make in your life. Therefore, you would be wise to try to maximize the value of your home in any way you can. This will pay off if you should decide to sell your home at some point in the future. There are many ways you can go about increasing your home’s value. Some are more costly than others. The installation of hardwood floors is one of the most popular ways that people have been doing this. Let’s take a look at why having hardwood floors installed in your home is a good idea and what you need to know before you undertake such a project.

According to a survey that was conducted by the National Wood Flooring Association, 82 percent of real estate agents interviewed for the survey believed that homes containing hardwood floors usually sold faster and for larger amounts of money than those that did not. It is very clear that a hardwood floor is a key element in attracting the attention of potential buyers. Not only will a hardwood floor make your home more valuable, it is also easy to take care of.

When it comes to installing a new hardwood floor or refinishing an older floor, here are a few things you should keep in mind. There are many options to choose from regarding hardwood floors. These include hand-scraped, engineered, solid, prefinished, unfinished plank and many others. It is easy to become confused by all of these choices. Some of the things you will need to consider as a homeowner prior to selecting a type of flooring are issues such as your family’s lifestyle, how level your floors are, the condition of your current subfloor and humidity levels. If your basement is where you do most of your TV watching, an engineered option is recommended because of its ability to be installed over concrete. It is able to tolerate expansion and humidity better than solid hardwood.

If you want to have hardwood floors installed in your bedrooms or your main living areas, you can select either solid or engineered hardwood, prefinished or unfinished hardwood. Installation of prefinished hardwood flooring is quicker and easier than unfinished hardwood because the finish is already applied at the factory. It will not need to be sanded and finished on-site which eliminates noise, dust and toxic smells that go along with installation of unfinished flooring. Once the prefinished hardwood is installed you can walk on it immediately whereas unfinished floors take about 10 hours or so to dry depending on humidity levels. Installation costs are typically lower for prefinished hardwood versus unfinished hardwood floors. Warranties for prefinished typically range from 25 to 30 years whereas unfinished flooring may need to be refinished more often.

Samoan Mahagany

We are now living in a world that is more conscious about protecting the environment than ever before. If you are a person who wants to go green in terms of your home improvements, you will be happy to know that there are a wide variety of eco-friendly hardwood flooring options available to you such as bamboo. If bamboo is not an option for you look for the stamp of approval of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). The FSC is in charge of overseeing sustainable forests where the natural environment is always being supervised and trees are replanted.

There is no question that a hardwood floor is a wonderful addition to any home whether you want to sell or stay and enjoy it yourself! It is beautiful in appearance, very easy to clean, will impress potential buyers and get you more money if you sell your home. There is really no downside to installing a hardwood floor.

Filed Under: Bamboo, Flooring, Green Products, Hardwood

25 September 2014

Wood Textured Ceramic Tiles Provide NH Homeowners With Durability in High Traffic Areas

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The Benefits of Ceramic Tile with the Beauty of Wood – Wood Textured Ceramic Tiles

Replacing your home’s floors can be stressful and expensive, but it can result in gorgeous new floors for you and your family to enjoy. With the amount of time and effort you spend replacing your home’s floors, you understandably want to make a decision that will result in floors that you can enjoy for years to come. While there are many materials options available for you to consider, many homeowners are overwhelmingly making the decision to install durable wood textured porcelain tiles in their high traffic areas.

There are many lovely flooring materials that you may be interested in installing in your home, and some of these include real wood and carpeting. Each type of flooring has its appeal, but also has drawbacks that should be considered. A common issue with some flooring materials stems from the fact that they do not hold up well in high-traffic areas, such as family rooms, hallways, entryways and kitchens. You may love the warmth and beauty of real wood, but you may cringe at the thought of your wood floors showing wear due to foot traffic, scratches from your pet’s toenails and more. Carpet is another option, but can show wear patterns in high traffic areas. More than that, carpet also is prone to staining, and it may hold onto odors from drink spills, pets and more.

Why Wood Textured Ceramic Tiles Are the Best Option
With these factors in mind, you may rule out options like hardwood floors and carpeting from contention, but you may discover that wood textured porcelain tiles are ideal for these areas of the home. These are specially engineered ceramic tiles that offer all of the benefits of durable, affordable ceramic flooring coupled with the beauty of real wood. Some homeowners believe that these tiles will not give the same overall look as real wood however wood textured tiles carry the same sheen, texture, size and shape as wood. And they will not scratch, stain or show other signs of wear. Grout lines can be minimal and can be matched to the surface of your tile.

Wood textured ceramic tiles are becoming increasingly popular for use in New Hampshire homes today because of the durability, affordability and overall style of the tiles. The good news is that the popularity of this material has led to even greater color and style options. If you want to enjoy the benefits of ceramic tile with the beauty of wood, you can take a closer look at some of the beautiful wood textured ceramic tiles available today.

Guest Bathroom in Stratham New Hampshire

Tub Walls: Maine Tile 20″ x 20″ Porcelain Tile w/ Delorean Gray Grout

Bath Floor: Madiera Beige 5″ x 31″ Porcelain Tile w/ Standard Gray Grout

Filed Under: Bathroom, Flooring, Hardwood, Porcelain Tile, Tile Tagged With: affordability, ceramic tiles, durability, Stratham nh, wood textured tiles

15 September 2014

Finding Unique Vinyl Flooring in Portsmouth

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If you need a reliable business that can provide you with quality vinyl flooring in Portsmouth, then the B&C Floor Store (http://bcfloorstore.wpengine.com) is available to provide you with the selection and service you seek. At the B&C Floor Store, we specialize in vinyl flooring that’s attractive, durable, affordable and relatively low maintenance. While ceramic, stone and wood floors can indeed be charming, they also tend to be a greater investment. Vinyl flooring, on the other hand, is markedly easier to manage and it’s also just as visually appealing. If you’re looking for flooring that possesses considerable protection against fading, spills and scratches, to name a couple examples, then our vinyl flooring in Portsmouth might be perfect for your preferences and needs.

If you’re looking for suitable flooring for parts of your residence that are hectic and receive a lot of traffic, then our vinyl flooring might be a terrific option. Whether you’re looking for flooring for a hallway, kitchen, living room, basement or entrance area, our vinyl flooring is sure to please you.

As far as variety goes, there are many choices in vinyl flooring. They’re available in tiles, grouted tiles, planks and sheets. They’re also available in a number of exciting and diverse surface effects, notably metal, pebble, stone, wood, mosaic and ceramic. Vinyl flooring appears in a broad assortment of colors and designs, too. If you stop by our store in Portsmouth, you’ll be able to view all of your choices up-close. If you have any questions about our vinyl flooring, we’ll provide you with the detailed answers you’re looking for.

At the B&C Floor Store, we display vinyl flooring from many reputable brands. These brands include Inspira, Tarkett, Karndean and Gerflor. If you like floating tiles, Inspira and Tarkett might be good brands for you. Tarkett & Karndean have many strong choices in vinyl tiles. Last but not least, if you’re interested in cushion sheet vinyl, then you might want to explore your choices with Gerflor or Tarkett. Note that the brand options at the B&C Floor Store don’t end with these.

Not only can you stop by our showroom, but you can also contact us through email and telephone. We’re open every day of the week except for Sundays. We’re open between the hours of 9:00AM and 5:30PM on Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00AM and 5:00PM on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. On Saturdays, we’re open between 10:00AM and 3:00PM. If you’re searching for top-notch vinyl flooring in Portsmouth, stop by the B&C Floor Store immediately.