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What is Engineered Hardwood?

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 18:00:00 CST

Made from real wood, engineered hardwood can be used for a range of home improvements and commercial uses, including a variety of types of flooring. It can be a lot more affordable than normal hardwood, but the quality can vary depending what type you use.

Roofing Choices: Asphalt, Wood and Slate

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 15:30:00 CST

There are a wide range of roofing materials available when you come to choose for your home, but they have different qualities and there are different cost considerations involved. Choosing the right roofing material will involve considering not only cost but the need for professional help as some materials should not be fitted by home improvement enthusiasts, also there are the local aesthetics to take into account.

The Truth About Radiant Barriers And Your New Roof

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 10:30:00 CDT

If you're looking into having a new roof put onto your home, you may have been hearing about some products that claim to be radiant barriers. While there are legitimate products out there, and legitimate companies that install them, it pays to understand the facts about radiant heat and how it works when incorporated into a new roof.

Innovations in Metal Roofing

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:00:00 CDT

Preferred for its flexibility, strength, aesthetic appeal, endurance and versatility, metal roofing a modern innovation today, is quickly becoming popular among contractors. Its appearance easily compliments a home and it is renovation friendly, so it is a great advantage for builders.

Benefits of Radiant Barrier Roof Sheathing

Sat, 16 Jul 2011 10:00:00 CDT

Benefits of Radiant Barrier Roof Sheathing Homes in hot climates will often have high utility costs due to the need of cooling the home during extremely high temperatures. To combat this many homeowners turn to energy-efficient air-conditioning units and increased insulation, but they often overlook one home improvement that could significantly reduce their cooling costs.

Hip Roofs and Tin Roofs

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 23:00:00 CDT

In order to obtain the area of a hip roof, take the entire outside measurement of the building, including the projections of the cornice. This is multiplied by the length of the principal rafter, and one-half of the result is the area of the roof.

The Cost And Benefits Of Metal Roofing

Tue, 27 May 2008 10:30:00 CDT

Metal roofing is fast becoming a popular option for homeowners for a variety of reasons In fact, metal roofing has a lot of advantages over other roofing materials.

What Are Your Roofing Options?

Sat, 29 Sep 2007 06:00:00 CDT

Installing a roof is a very important aspect of home and building construction since almost all structures need something to serve as protection from the elements. So it is not surprising how roofing has developed over the course of history and even just over the past two decades.