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Floors can be a challenge to install, maintain and change. Questions regarding the installation, maintenance and repair of carpets, tile, wood and other materials go here.

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Is there a way to remove scratches from hardwood floors?

Surface scratches can be removed from hardwood floors by lightly sanding area, and restaining. A deep gouge is best left for the resurfacing professional. The gouged planks maybe in need of replacement.

What is the best carpet to obtain that is both cheap and durable?

Carpets are made out of a variety of fibers, but the most durable one is nylon. The pricing on a nylon carpet varies an estimate is between $12 and $20 per square foot. Remember also though that you will need to purchase a carpet pad to go underneath the carpet itself and you will need to pay for installation.

Is bamboo flooring better than hardwood flooring?

There are several advantages to using bamboo flooring compared to hardwood flooring. First, bamboo flooring is an environmentally friendly product. It takes only a few years for a bamboo plant to grow to maturity, while it takes decades for hardwood trees. And when bamboo is harvested, the root continues to live and produces new stock. Each year, one “mother plant” generates several new bamboo stems that grow to full length in a few months and to mature hardness in about five years. Bamboo plants are therefore quickly replenished following a harvest. Second, bamboo is actually harder than hardwood so it makes more durable flooring. Third, in most cases, bamboo is less expensive than hardwood while installation costs are the same. Hardwood installers and contractors need no additional training to install bamboo flooring. Bamboo can be installed using exactly the same tools and methods as are used for installing hardwood.

How much does a carpet installation cost?

I was thinking about buying new carpet. How much, on average, would a carpet installation cost me?

What grout cleaner can get out mould from around bathroom tiles?

I have a lot of mould around my bathroom tiles and don't seem to be able to get it out from the grout in between. What grout cleaner will work best for this?

What is hardwood floor refinishing?

I want to do something different to my wooden floors. What does hardwood floor refinishing look like?

How much does it cost to refinish my hardwood floors.?

I need to someone to refinish my hardwood floors. What is the average price of doing so?

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?

HVAC Installation ?

HVAC means Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning. It provides ventilation and maintains pressure relationships between spaces. Heating is the process of generating heat for the building.

Ventilation is process of exchanging or replacing air in room or indoor.

Air Conditioning is the process of providing cooling or humidity control for all or part of a building or house.

Simply, HVAC is the process of heating during winter and cooling the room during summer

Working:

Simply, Air system takes hot or cold air and forces it through metal ducts using a blower. Hot air is forced through one set of ducts and cold air is sent through another set of ducts, depending on whether usage of the air conditioner or furnace.

Basement Floor Paint?

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What exactly is tile grout cleaning?

Your local yellow pages can offer professionals who will come do the work for you. Tile ground cleaning is when they clean your tile (bathroom, kitchen, flooring) grout back to its original color.

Is vinyl plank flooring something I can install myself?

Yes, you can install vinyl plank flooring by yourself, but keep in mind that you are going to need a lot of time and patience. You want to make sure that you buy a high quality glue for laying them down and plan ahead if you have any curves or angle in the room you plan of placing it down in because they can be tricky. Just be sure that the ground you are working on is level and that you do it piece by piece. There are many DIY tutorials out there that can help teach you more thoroughly.

Mosaic Tile ?

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How hard is it to put in laminant flooring?

When installing laminant flooring unless you have done it before or surely know what you are doing you should definitly called a professional to ensure proper installation.

Are cannister vaccuums better for cleaning hardwood floors?

yes they are excellent and better for cleaning hardwood floors. It is highly recommended from many sources to use them on hardwood floors. They work best on hardwood and tile floors.

What is the best product to use for adhisive when putting in laminate tile flooring?

ROBERTS 1407 Acrylic Urethane Latex Engineered Laminate and Parquet Flooring Adhesive is the best. It has low odor and is environmentally safe.

What cleaning supplies should be used on a wood floor?

I find the Swiffer Wet Jet is the best cleaning product for hardwood floors. It is easy to use and has a great cleaning solution that is safe for hardwood floors.

What type of glue do I use to lay hardwood floors?

Any wood glue will work great for hardwood floors, but make sure it's compatible with your wood type.

Is laminate flooring really louder than hardwood flooring?

Due the construction of the laminate flooring, it creates a hollow sound when people walk on the it, especially high heels. It is strongly suggested that a person use a more expensive backing when installing the laminate, this will give it a more hardwood sound.

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How do you go about installing a hardwood floor in a kitchen?

There are many different ways to install hardwood flooring. The easiest do-it-yourself method would be to use those with the tongue and groove joints.

Tips To Make Wood Floors Shine?

Although there are many types of flooring, wood floors are gaining in popularity. You can make your wood floors shine by using a protective wax made especially for wood floors. The wax will help protect the floor from scratches and spills. Clean the floor before you wax by using a wood floor cleaner.

Formica Laminate ?

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Oak vs. Maple Floor?

Oak flooring is definitely more durable than maple. It is a very hard wood and will stand up to foot traffic and families. Both floors are very easy to care for and require refinishing every few years.

Solid Hardwood Flooring vs. Carpet?

Hardwood floors are 100% more durable than most carpets. Also hardwood floors will bring more resale value to your home because of the lasting value.