Hardwood Floors & Basketball Courts Recycled into Skateboards

If you are ever watching basketball, do you maybe wonder what happens to the wood flooring when the court has to be replaced? Well, in the case of the court at Virginia State University in America, the maple planks once played on by the Trojans were recycled, and in an unusual way, they've been remade into skateboards.

The boards are the work of Brian Lopez, a Richmond, Virginia based artist and craftsman, who owns Glide Skateboards. Lopez, who founded Glide in 2009, reclaims hardwood flooring that he hand crafts into skateboard decks. He writes:

We believe it's time to stop depending on our mother earth for resources and to start co-depending with her for a sustainable future. We put love and soul into every board we make and hope it resonates in the rider.

The result is a line of cool, unique products. How else can you ride around town on a board that is not only recycled, but made from the very wood your favorite player slam dunked on? And the best part is that if the board ever breaks, you can always recycle it again

Stockbridge Flooring also lays basketball courts, football pitches, netball courts and any other layouts that are used in indoor gyms.  We also have a stock of reclaimed wood flooring.

Celebrities Love their hardwood flooring

Celebrities like Danny Boyle, Fiona Bruce, Van Morrison and Raquel Welch have all indulged their love of hardwood flooring. They have all recently either bought or sold a property, but the common denominator across the board is that each and every one of these celebs has wood flooring installed in their home.

According to a report carried out by the National Flooring Association, 90% of estate agents have said that homes with solid wood flooring sell quicker, and secure a higher asking price compared to homes with carpeted flooring or other types of flooring.

The natural beauty, hardwearing properties, warmth and neutrality of real wood floors have made it the preferred choice of flooring for many celebrity homes, as well as most other householders.

'In our recent survey 79% of respondents had hardwood floors,' said chief marketing officer of a leading manufacturer of floor care products. The reasons solid oak flooring is such a popular choice of flooring is as follows; it is easy to clean and maintain- hardwood requires minimal care to maintain its elegant look. Just a little sweeping and hovering is all that it takes to keep it looking at its very best.

Natural oak flooring is also cleaner and more hygienic than other types of flooring, as there is no where for dust, grime and allergens to get embedded. This reduces the chances of dust mites from breeding, creating a healthier home environment. This type of flooring is also extremely hardwearing, and with the right care and maintenance can last for up to hundreds of years, making it a worthwhile investment in your home. Finally, there are also a wide range of shades and grains of hardwood to choose from, there's bound to be one which suits your home's dcor. There are also a wide number of stains, varnishes and other finishes, allowing you to create the perfect floor for your home.

If you are interested in purchasing and installing hardwood flooring please visit http://www.stockbridgeflooring.com based in Scotland's capital of Edinburgh where you can choose from a wide choice of real wood floors and flooring supplies.

Wickes on durability of wood floors

Mark Powell at Wickes gives the following information:

Installing a wooden floor is the best option for individuals looking to undertake home improvement projects, an expert has suggested. 

Ed Korczak, executive director and chief executive officer of the National Wood Flooring Association, said this type of natural covering is hard-wearing and lasts "a lifetime".  He pointed out the environmental benefits of using wood, as it is grown using renewable energy while sustainable forest management means it can be replaced. 

Additionally, wood flooring is very easy to look after and fits in with any design or colour scheme, Mr Korczak stated.

"When the finish starts to look dull, cleaning with a professional cleaner designed for wood floors will restore shine and lustre," he remarked, adding: "Wood floors can adapt to many decor changes without additional time, expense or inconvenience."

According to the Craig Daily Press, researching prices for materials before embarking on any home improvement project can lead to substantial savings in the long run.

Excellent advice.