LavArte - MGO Stone Classics Enameled lava stone counter tops are perfect for outdoor kitchens. 36 standard colors to chose from. Please call for info and details.

One of the most popular hardwood floor finishing which offers Tom & Peter Flooring is provided by WOCA. If you’ve decided that you want a natural looking wooden floor that is lacquer-free, then the likelihood is that you’ve chosen oil as your way of protecting your wood and making your floor look great at the same time. WOCA for wood flooring comes in various forms and is a great way of making sure that your wood is protected, but at the same time looks natural. A highly popular as well as effective way of treating wood floors, oils effectively penetrate into the wood and in some cases harden into the surface of the floor to stop damage and to maintain the wood in its optimum condition. WOCA Oil finish hardwood flooring has taken the United States market by in 2014 and shows no signs of slowing down in 2016 and now. Here are some of the most common questions we have regarding this type of finish which we will I’m to answer in today’s my blog: Is oil finish as durable as traditional factory urethane finishes with aluminum oxide? When it comes to durability, oil finish flooring tackles the issue with a completely different method. The penetrating oil serves as protection from moisture and wear while allowing the user to feel the wood grains in their bare feet. If compared directly to factory finished aluminum oxide finish, the oil finish flooring will not perform as well to abrasion and impact. However, the beauty of this finish is the fact that it will camouflage any scratches which will inevitably accumulate over time. Will this finish evaporate over time and will this be harmful for indoor air quality? Another concern for oil finished floors its effect on indoor air quality. For on-site applications, some varieties suggest several coats which typically require the residents to be out of the home due to mild odors. However, there are factory finished UV-cured or single coat applications which lessen the downtime. Despite the odors produced during the drying process, oil finish floors rank amongst the lowest for VOC (volatile organic compound) emissions. Certain brands even boast true zero VOC. This fact alone makes oil finished floors one of the best options for green building solutions. “WOCA products are certified by independent laboratories, the German Institute for Biological Building Materials, and are in accordance with DIN–Norm 53–160. WOCA WoodCare Denmark products meet or exceed the most stringent U.S. standards for volatile organic compounds.” –WOCA Oil Finish Manufacture Does this type of finish require additional maintenance which I am not familiar with? For weekly cleaning, oiled floors use a special cleaner which contains an oil and soap mixture. After a period of 12-18 months some oil may evaporate causing the wood grains to appear dry. An additional layer of oil can be reapplied to keep the floor looking fresh. Although oil finished floors require more involvement in periodic maintenance in high traffic areas, this maintenance can be done much easier than the equivalent of an onsite sand and refinish. WOCA Master Color Oil contains pigment, which provides a single-step hardwood floor staining process. Laying down the stain and the finish in one step. This product comes 14 different colors, from Black to Extra White, and you can mix them freely to create various color palettes that will meet the demands of any job. Below are some pictures of the finished job…

White Washed Cedar with a blue river center.
Example of a minimalist family room design in Jacksonville

Absolute Black Polished Granite is an elegant black granite with a small scale black on black patterning and a polished finish. This stone is ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications.

Roger Hill/Hill Construction
Example of a mountain style home design design in San Francisco

Kids' bedroom - bedroom and small modern girl carpeted kids' bedroom idea in Oklahoma City with beige walls

Michael K~
Example of a mid-sized classic dark wood floor hallway design in Portland with multicolored walls

Master bath custom design by the client. Etched glass insert for mahogany exterior door to outdoor lava rock shower and orchid garden.
Large island style master beige tile and marble tile ceramic tile and beige floor doorless shower photo in Hawaii with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an undermount tub, a one-piece toilet, beige walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops and brown countertops

Reminiscent of the linear pattern of natural wood grain, stunning Zebrino Black Polished offers a truly timeless look in refined black-hued marble. Bring a bit of chic to your space with Zebrino Black Polished.

Look at this amazing stair runner we installed for this beautiful spiral staircase!
Inspiration for a carpeted wood railing staircase remodel in Chicago with carpeted risers

Powder room - cottage wallpaper powder room idea in New York

Custom 1" thick glass mantle cantilevers from the tumbled limestone clad fireplace wall. Note how the glass enters the wall right at the tile grout joint line. Photo: Jamie Snavley

What had been a very cramped, awkward master bathroom layout that barely accommodated one person became a spacious double vanity, double shower and master closet.

eHEX glass iridescent mosaic tile by Sonoma Tilemakers meets Cambria Brittanicca quartz countertop in this kitchen remodel
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Atlanta

Custom Made - Crown Mouldings sprayed sherman williams White
Example of a small minimalist u-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen design in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Large tuscan master gray floor, double-sink and vaulted ceiling freestanding bathtub photo with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Staircase - traditional staircase idea in Philadelphia

Client: Private Residence In London Brief: To supply & install carpet to stairs close-covered
Mid-sized trendy carpeted spiral mixed material railing staircase photo in London with carpeted risers

A home built on one of Canada's most beautiful lakes posed a design challenge. The home had originally been built almost directly in opposition to natural light and views to the lake. While most opinions were to tear the existing home down, BLDG Workshop worked closely with the client to recreate the home in a way that opened it up and became more fitting to the site.