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Vinyl can be found in many different places around the home. It is used to make tough, durable floors, as well as beautiful, comfortable furniture. When it is damaged, however, many people are unaware of how to fix it. Vinyl repair is more feasible than some might think, and in many cases, it is a…

As a floor covering, carpeting is subject to quite a beating day in and day out. If special attention isn’t paid, many carpets have to be replaced prematurely. Without proper carpet care, a floor begins to look dirty and faded and the fibers start to lose their fullness. Regular and thorough maintenance is one of…

Hardwood flooring is undeniably attractive and is a very desirable material when buying, appraising, or selling a property. Those looking to upgrade their existing floors to hardwood will find that there are many options to consider in their purchase. Pre-finished hardwood flooring is one of the newer trends. Its unique characteristics make it a perfect…

One of the great things about being home is that you can kick off your shoes and relax. You want to be comfortable, but you can only enjoy the comfort of going shoeless when your floors are at a reasonably warm temperature. There are many ways to create warm floors. Radiant floors are the most…

Flooring options are increasing every day for the homeowner but few of these options offer the combination of traditional elegance and practicality as oak flooring. Oak has unquestioned durability—your oak floor will probably outlast you. The only weakness oak has is moisture so, other than the bathroom, oak flooring is recommended for any room in…

While pine is often used in the construction of houses and is frequently made into beautiful furniture, pine flooring has been in the shadow of hardwoods like oak and maple for quite some time. Pine, the true workhorse of the lumber world, is viewed by some as unworthy to showcase. The fact of the matter…

Minor damage to hardwood floors can easily be repaired by a hardwood flooring professional, or even a handy do-it-yourselfer. Here are some common hardwood floor problems and solutions if your hardwood floor needs a little extra attention. Split or Cracked Wood  Over the years, many hardwood floors develop small splits or cracks in the surface…

What makes a slate floor so great? Why have they become a popular trend in home improvement? Well, think about how they’re made. That’s right. Though not manmade, even natural stone is constructed on some level. It’s a metamorphic rock, which means that it’s created by melding several elements, such as calcite and quartz, together…

There’s no way around it: Busy households attract dirt. Kids and pets are especially good at bringing the great outdoors back indoors when they get home from playing in the yard. Even in the quietest homes, dust and cooking residue can accumulate, dulling the colors of your carpets. Buying or renting carpet cleaning equipment is…

When remodeling floors, many people immediately think of traditional hardwood planks. This is a great idea: they’re classy, beautiful, and add value to your home. However, they’re also expensive and tough on the environment. So, though traditional hardwood is a great option, there is also a new material on the market that has been gaining…