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What to Whether you are building a new Ensure Durability
Know house or making upgrades on a If you love the look of traditional
Before current home, there is a lot to consider
when it comes to flooring. It’s important hardwood floors, consider all of your
HReopmlaecing to keep in mind that the choices available options. New vinyl technologies are allowing
Flooring have changed in recent years. homeowners to get the same elegant style
engineered to withstand the wear and tear to
Here are some things to know. which wood is susceptible.
Choose Style Consider Maintenance
When people choose flooring Make sure the flooring you opt for is easy
products, they may be ruling out a to clean and requires very little maintenance.
large swath of options because of the If you have pets, you may want to consider
associations they have with specific getting extra protection with a special
materials. For example, you may not warranty designed for pet owners.
associate vinyl with luxury but new
products on the market are redefining Before making flooring decisions, get
vinyl flooring, offering fashion-forward savvy and weigh all your current options.
high-quality products in striking These days, it is possible to find flooring
elegant designs. products that combine style, durability and
low maintenance.
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Artwork by Joe Dragotta, Bethlehem Resident Just like certain exercises, home improvement projects
may involve heavy lifting, bending, moving, and stretching.
The Biggs Group After spending much of the winter indoors and largely
sedentary, some homeowners may be tempted to jump into
Financial Advisors / Investments projects with gusto when the warm weather returns. But that
can be a recipe for injury that can sideline DIYers for a while.
Our family has been building dreams in the Lehigh Valley for
generations. Let us help you build yours. Instead, homeowners can start slowly and then gradually
work longer hours, just as they might do when returning to
610-865-9550 exercise after some time off. Homeowners can see how their
muscles feel after an hour or two while not concentrating on
1 E. Broad St, Bethlehem, PA one task for too long.
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Homeowners who vary the tasks they tackle will use
@biggsgroupjanney different muscle groups, which can reduce strain and limit
injury risk. Whenever possible, opt for ergonomic tools that
can reduce users’ risk of repetitive stress injuries.
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