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The only reasons for installing unfinished flooring: you plan to stain the floor a color prefinished flooring doesn't come in, or you are planning to really abuse the floor so badly it will need to be refinished frequently. The finish on a prefinished floor is far more durable than anything you can apply yourself.
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How can you safely clean wood flooring?
I just moved into a cabin with wood flooring. The flooring is in very good condition and I would like to keep it that way. How should I clean the wood flooring safely?
Is wide plank flooring a great way to increase home value?
Wood flooring is a great way to add value to your home, it has many advantages. Wood flooring is a natural way to decor a house and accent it in other ways that simple carpeting.
Which is better laminate wood flooring or real wood flooring?
Real wood flooring is the ultimate way to go. It lasts a long time, and requires less maintenance. It may be more expensive in the beginning, but overall, it will serve as the best flooring. It does not peel, and truly has a fantastic cosmetic appearance.
Is there a way to determine the maker of wood flooring?
Sometimes the manufacturuer is stamped on the bottom of the board.
Best way to care for hickory flooring?
The best way to protect wood floors is with a wood floor polish. This will extend the life as well as remove scuffs on your wooden floor.
What is the proper way to install teakwood flooring?
depends on the substrate, what you're installing the flooring on. You can glue it down if on concrete, nail it down if on wood, or even float it if on either.
What is the best way to install a wood to tile transition strip in a room with different flooring types?
The best way to install a wood to tile transition strip in a room with different flooring types is to measure and cut the strip to fit the doorway, then secure it in place using adhesive or screws. This will create a smooth and seamless transition between the two types of flooring.
What is the least expensive way to put walls up in an unfinished basement room?
Use card board and reinforce with wood strips
What is the safest way to clean hardwood floors?
DO NOT USE anything with Water, Water damages wood flooring. DO NOT use steamers, they use HOT water and that damages wood flooring. you need an oil or wax based cleaner. Go to Lowes or Home Depot & get a hardwood flooring cleaner made by one of the HARDWOOD flooring manufacturers like Bruce or Armstong, that will be OK to use. Bona also makes a great line of flooring products.
Was asbestos flooring felt used under wood floors?
Yes, but the only way to know for sure if it is have it tested in a lab.
Will the backing of laminate wood flooring give way before the surface does when something sharp drops on it?
There will most likely be a visible scratch.
How do you fix real wood flooring to concrete?
The least expensive way is to use adhesive. There are certain adhesives and procedures especially designed for this purpose.
