If you are thinking of tackling a DIY flooring project, you’ll save about half the cost of a professional installation. Getting a great finished result starts with an honest evaluation of your DIY skills and plenty of research and preparation. Different types of flooring have different installation instructions and often takes longer than expected. Here … Read more
Squeaks are caused when the floor and subfloor start to separate from each other or from the floor joists below. As you walk on the floor, the flooring and structural elements rub against each other creating noise. Stop the movement of these elements and you’ll stop the squeak. This is a fairly easy fix, the … Read more
What’s your Sheen? When it comes to wood floors, what is the sheen you most prefer? There are mainly 3 levels: glossy, satin and matte. Sometimes semi-gloss is available as a fourth option. The glossier you go, the more light reflects off the floor, which can show more dirt and imperfections, and the more slippery … Read more
