Flooring
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Basement Carpet
Q: I’m planning to install carpet in my basement. We have finished it off with insulation, sheetrock, etc. The basement…
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Carpet Types
Carpet types: Plush or cut-pile carpet has loops trimmed off so that yarn ends poke up. Saxony plush, one of…
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Refinishing Hardwood Flooring
Q: I am retired and have a lot of time on my hands. I have a living room that has…
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Custom Looks with Standard Tile
Nothing compares to tile for adding personality and practicality to a home. The results are immediate, the effects can be…
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Tip: Repairing Vinyl Flooring
Q: I had an expensive, name brand, top-of-the-line vinyl floor installed in my kitchen less than three years ago that…
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Reviving Wood Floors
Wood is perhaps the most practical of all flooring materials. But over time, the protective finish may wear off. This…
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Carpet Care In Depth
Carpet adds comfort and warmth to almost any room in the house, and with modern stain-resistant finishes, carpeting is even…
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Consider Wood Flooring
In general, hardwoods are more durable and more resistant to damage from impact. However, if you maintain your softwood floor,…
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Prefinished vs. Unfinished Wood Flooring
Deciding between pre-finished or unfinished wood flooring can be difficult for any homeowner. Pre-finished flooring has a durable finish that…
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Choosing the Best Carpet for Your Home
Most people make the mistake of choosing carpet according to color. Rather, you should take the basic characteristics of a…
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