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wood floors represent excellent value, particularly as hardwood floors will last the lifetime of the building. Unlike many other flooring solutions, in ten years wood floors won’t be taking up space in a landfill! And even if at some point the homeowner does wants to dispose of his/her hardwood floors, they are a naturally biodegradable product. Hardwood floors improve the structural integrity of a building. Once installed in a home they are among the best natural insulating materials, helping to conserve energy resources and reduce heating bills in winter. Their natural beauty and individuality come from unique textures, colours, patterns and styles. As products of nature, solid wood floors offer qualities and character like no other flooring finish. As such, they add character to any environment. Versatile, durable, easy to maintain, cost-effective, hypoallergenic and environmentally sustainable, solid wood flooring provides the definition of timelessness. Having brought warmth, richness, value, drama and contrast into settings for centuries, these floors will never go out of style. Dozens of exotic wood species are available and each floor can be individualised according to specific needs or tastes, with each wood species having its own qualities in terms of hardness, grain and colour. With genuine wood, each plank has its own unique grain. In addition, some species lend themselves to staining, while others are most beautiful in their natural tone. Solid wood flooring’s popularity keeps on growing worldwide; it works with all types of construction and is warmer in winter and cool in summer. It keeps clean and looks new all the time! Bedson Flooring and Décor Tel: 012 803 4376 Fax: 012 803 1685 E-mail: sales@bedson.co.za
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