All posts in Installation & Care (51)
With the proper tools, any repair job is made easier. The same is true for repairing hardwood floors. When it comes to fixing hardwood floor imperfections, many people panic by worrying that the task will be too big, or they won’t have the right tools. However, most floor repairs are . . . Read more
Have you ever walked through the house late at night, hoping to sneak a spoonful of ice cream or make a plate of leftovers without anyone the wiser, only step on a squeaky floorboard? Squeaks and creaks in hardwood floors are commonplace. Unfortunately, they are an annoyance as well. Regardless . . . Read more
Hardwood floors add beauty and splendor to any home and can greatly increase the value of your home, especially if you’re putting your home on the real estate market. As much as you may care for your hardwood floors, it’s nearly impossible to prevent damage. However, before you can begin . . . Read more
Hardwood floors can make any home look more sophisticated and add some old style charm. The one thing that many people are often concerned about when they build or buy a home with hardwood floors is how to properly care for them. The job of maintaining a home with hardwood . . . Read more
You might think that nailing down a floor would be straightforward, but there are actually a number of considerations before you even begin the project. Below, we have listed everything you need to know before you nail down hardwood flooring, and during the process. Installer/Owner Responsibility Hardwood flooring is a . . . Read more
There are multiple methods of installing hardwood. Your budget, pre-exstinging flooring and sub-floor can all play into the decision of which method to choose. If you have decided that glue down hardwood flooring is right for your home, we’ve provided everything you need to know before and during the installation . . . Read more
Considerstions Before You Install Floating Hardwood Installer/Owner Responsibility It is important that you read and understand the following information and instructions in their entirety before you install floating hardwood. When flooring is ordered, 5%-10% must be added to the actual square footage needed for cutting and grading allowance. Do not . . . Read more
Hardwood floors are durable; they stand up over time, and weather wear and tear well. That’s one of the reasons that so many people opt for hardwood floors in a new home. Despite their durability, wood floors can be damaged through mistreatment, or even common wear and tear. Luckily you . . . Read more
Choosing to install hardwood flooring yourself can save you a lot of money – if you know what you’re doing. Improper preparation and installation can lead to warping and buckling, which will ruin flooring that might otherwise remain beautiful and durable enough for your grandchildren’s grandchildren to grow up on. . . . Read more
Finishing hardwood floors is never an easy undertaking, even for professionals who do it frequently. It is always hard work, but knowing exactly what to do is half the battle. The information below assumes that the floor has already been installed. Remember standard safety guidelines and put them into practice . . . Read more