By Albert Waitt Joshua Bodwell is a Maine writer and the Associate Editor of Maine HOME+DESIGN, a magazine dedicated to “capturing the interiors, exteriors, and heart of Maine homes.” From Revolutionary War-era farmhouses to rehabbed industrial lofts in downtown Portland, Josh Bodwell has seen and written about them all. The Surface caught up with the ever-busy Bodwell to get his thoughts on wide plank flooring. You've seen a lot of great... Read Full Story
By Albert Waitt Krista Stokes is one of Maine's hippest designers and the proprietor of Favela Chic Salvage Boutique and Design. She was of 14 professionals chosen to work at the exclusive Hidden Pond Resort in Kennebunkport, ME, where she created the "Lazy Days" cottage. Her work there was pictured in the Boston Globe and chronicled throughout New England. The Floor No Knock on Wood Krista: Go for the hardwood, wide plank floor because of "the feel" of it. And the way... Read Full Story
Hi, my name is Gary Ryer and I’ve been working at Carlisle Wide Plank Floors as a sales and design consultant for ten years. Over the years, I’ve had some pretty interesting projects. I’m writing to share with you a very special project that I’m working on in Chicago. It’s the Ronald McDonald House in Oak Lawn and the architect I’m working with is Constantine Vasilios. We have worked together to build a beautiful FSC Certified Antique Oak wide plank floor, part of which will feature a special... Read Full Story
By Albert Waitt Krista Stokes is one of Maine's hippest designers and the proprietor of Favela Chic Salvage Boutique and Design. She was of 14 professionals chosen to work at the exclusive Hidden Pond Resort in Kennebunkport, ME, where she created the "Lazy Days" cottage. Her work there was pictured in the Boston Globe and chronicled throughout the region. The Surface sat down with Krista to discuss aspects of decorating for spaces with wide plank... Read Full Story
By Albert Waitt Krista Stokes is one of Maine's hippest designers and the proprietor of Favela Chic Salvage Boutique and Design. She was of 14 professionals chosen to work at the exclusive Hidden Pond Resort in Kennebunkport, ME, where she created the "Lazy Days" cottage. Her work there was pictured in the Boston Globe and chronicled throughout the region. The Surface sat down with Krista to discuss aspects of decorating for spaces with wide plank... Read Full Story
By Albert Waitt Carpenters often refer to salvaged materials as coming from "the industrial forest." This somewhat comical slang indicates a growing awareness in the building industry of the importance of recycling classic wood and lumber. The US Forest Service reported: "The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that the equivalent of 250, 000 single-family homes is disposed of each year in the United States. This represents nearly 1 billion board feet of salvageable... Read Full Story
By Albert Waitt Carpenters often refer to salvaged materials as coming from "the industrial forest." This somewhat comical slang indicates a growing awareness in the building industry of the importance of recycling classic wood and lumber. The US Forest Service reported: "The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that the equivalent of 250, 000 single-family homes is disposed of each year in the United States. This represents nearly 1 billion board feet of salvageable... Read Full Story
By Albert Waitt If a homeowner is environmentally conscious and chooses to install a wide plank hardwood floor, it's easy for them to remain consistent and "go green" when caring for that floor and keeping it looking its best. Whether one has chosen a responsibly forested white pine or an antique reclaimed hickory, a green approach to upkeep and cleaning will benefit the homeowner and their wood floor. When considering how to maintain and clean hardwood floors, The American... Read Full Story
By Albert Waitt Wise investment isn't limited to the trading floor of Wall Street. According to realtors and designers across North America, hardwood flooring adds to a home's value as well as its charm. Aesthetics and economics converge, and the homeowner reaps the benefits. It's clear as to what a hardwood floor can bring to a space in terms of warmth and style. Read Full Story
