Clean modern presentation of repeating, the Hex Minimalist 2 tile pattern from Artaic’s Verge Collection creates an angular, geometric geometric. The delicate black color palette suits any space, especially a contemporary hotel or poolscape.

Small elegant side yard stone drought-tolerant and full sun home design photo for summer in Dallas

Primary Bedroom Fireplace
Inspiration for a craftsman home design remodel in Los Angeles

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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…

Patio - modern patio idea in Atlanta

Wood beadboard in a kitchen remodeled from start to finish by Village Home Stores.
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized transitional galley dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Acacia hardwood flooring. Mitred detail between 2 rooms. Photo: Jamie Snavley
Transitional living room photo in San Francisco

The sleek fireplace wall was designed using Dekton Porcelain slabs. An asymmetrical design on the fireplace was achieved by cutting the slab into rectilinear segments creating a "Mondrian" effect. The wall covering slabs have a smooth wood grain texture to them with 3/16" reveals in between--painted lime green for an unexpected POP! The custom hearth was also created using Dekton in a rich brown tone to complement the wood flooring that runs throughout the great room space. PhotographerLink

Photo of a traditional partial sun backyard brick formal garden in Omaha.

Inspiration for a timeless home design remodel in Chicago

Grand scale renderings of luscious tropical leaves yield to an imaginary breeze in our Heron's Rush. Executed in mesmerizing detail and color, this giclee is further enhanced with brushstrokes of hand-applied brush gel for a multi-dimensional effect. Gorgeous and alive, this digital print draws interest when displayed individually, and stirs up double the drama when paired above a bed or console table.

Custom art installation piece that I designed for clients Lindsay and Pam as part of our interior design of their modern condo. Hung on a Venetian plaster wall with LED backlighting.

Set in Music City, Nashville Tn, the designer's goal for the clients conference room was to create a subtle wall finish to add warmth and lyricism to a contemporary room decor.

K2131 Base, K3001 Fluted Half Column, K3111 Capital
Family room - contemporary family room idea in New York

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This is an example of a large mediterranean partial sun front yard driveway in Phoenix.

Natural stone steps and walkway

Oak stairs ring a lightwell that is occupied by a massive circular light fixture.
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