If your hardwood floors were installed quite some time ago and have undergone lots of wear and tear over the years, it might be time to spruce them up. This can get confusing if you don't know whether ...

Rather than replacing the whole floor, certain areas can be restored Bad indications are planks that are warped, buckled and uneven North American red and white oaks are the most widely used woods ...

When considering a home renovation, uncovering hidden hardwood flooring beneath carpet can be a delightful surprise. Knowing how to identify and care for this treasure can transform the look of your ...

Wood floors hold a special charm. They bring a classic, warm, and elegant feel to our homes. However, they’re not immune to wear and tear. Daily foot traffic, occasional spills, and simply the passing ...

After about 20 years, most hardwood floors start showing their age; scratches, dullness and discoloring are the most common signs that the wood is due for refinishing. Fortunately, the typical ...

This past week, my beautiful and patient bride of 49 years and I had to endure the throbbing and nerve-rattling experience of a massive hardwood floor sander grinding off the finish from the birch ...

Fifty or 60 years ago, if you had hardwood floors it meant that you couldn’t afford carpeting, and everyone who had the funds put heavy pile over those burnished boards. Nowadays, hardwood floors are ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Hardwood floors are often a treasured relic — a remnant of a bygone era that imbues a home with character. Installing hardwood flooring in your home anew likewise affords a priceless, organic ...

Pinnacle Stone Restoration has specialized in the repair of terrazzo and other natural-stone surfaces for over 20 years. Owner Kosta Ebanoidze walks us through how the company restores 100-year-old ...