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What is a torchiere lamp? noun. floor lamp for indirect lighting, the light source of which is in a reflecting bowl that directs the light upwards. When did flashlights appear? The torchiere halogen floor lamps are freestanding…

Can you put cabinets on top of a floating floor? YES. Cabinets can be installed on top of LooseLay floors that were installed with a full spread of adhesive. PRO TIP: Install the cabinets first if you think the cabinets will last a…

Why is bamboo flooring not popular? Bamboo grass easily absorbs water. This causes the flooring to be susceptible to moisture and water damage, shrinking, warping, swelling and warping. Cheap or darkened bamboo floors are prone to…

How do you care for bamboo wood? Please do not soak the bamboo (or any wood) cutting board. Prolonged immersion in water can open the natural fibers and cause splitting. Care for Maintenance-Free Bamboo: Hand wash with warm water and…

Does dog pee stain wood floors? Dog urine is typically acidic, so it can break down the surface finish of a hardwood floor; especially if the urine is allowed to dry. It can leave a stain on the surface, cause it to lose its luster and…

Which is better engineered hardwood or bamboo? While bamboo flooring can be a durable and attractive flooring choice, structural timber wood continues to outperform. The many styles and colors of hardwood, the inherent durability and…

Can you put bamboo flooring in a kitchen? The answer is yes, you can use bamboo flooring in a kitchen. First, you will find bamboo flooring to be extremely versatile and can be installed in almost any room in your home. It will look…

Is engineered or solid bamboo better? After being impregnated with acrylic, most types of engineered wood are twice as hard as natural wood. Engineered hardwood tends to outperform bamboo in several other areas, too: it's less likely…

Disadvantages of Bamboo Bamboo shrinks much more compared to other types of materials. If the bamboo is not treated sufficiently it can get the fungus attack or attacks caused by insects. There can be a problem of swelling and shrinkage…

How do you spruce bamboo flooring? If you're refinishing your floors first, you'll need to sand them down enough to remove the imperfections. Then sand them with fine sandpaper until they are smooth and without flaws. Finally, apply a…