All posts in How-to (10)
If you’re looking for new flooring that’s easy to install, floating floors are an excellent solution. This type of flooring gets its name from the way that it’s installed, which requires no nails or adhesives. Instead, floating floors simply lock in place and can usually be installed directly over most . . . Read more
Mazama Hardwood – Handscraped Acacia Collection / SKU: 10082300 Whether you’re planning to install new hardwood flooring or you love the vintage wood flooring in your home, protecting it from wear and tear is essential. After all, wood floors are incredibly strong and durable, but all flooring experiences scratches and shows signs . . . Read more
Wood floors are a great investment for many homeowners. They look stylish, feel great underfoot, and can add to the value of your home. While you can add many types of wood floors to your home with a DIY installation, homeowners can succumb to many pitfalls during the process. Learn . . . Read more
If you want to spend a weekend remodeling part of your home, many times you’ll need to remove wood trim first. Whether you’re taking down a wall or sanding wood floors, you’ll need to remove any trim before you begin. This process isn’t as easy as it sounds; casing, molding, . . . Read more
Vinyl kitchen flooring adds a charming touch to a kitchen, but it can be confusing to install if you don’t know how. You don’t need to hire a professional to help you, as the installation process for vinyl is simple enough when you have the correct materials and understand the . . . Read more
Building a deck on a slope can be tricky, but you can easily do it when you know what steps to follow. The disadvantages to building a deck on a slope include the fact that the ground isn’t flat and you won’t be able to build a structure that’s level. . . . Read more
When you’re installing vinyl plank flooring, you want to make sure it’s done correctly the first time around. You don’t want to waste money or time having to redo it, and you don’t want any mistakes causing you to fix it years down the road. You may have heard that . . . Read more
Many people are drawn to carpet tiles for their easy installation and affordable price. However, an unexpected perk is how easily you can fix a carpet tile floor if things go wrong. Should you spill your red wine or your dog has an accident, there’s no need to tear up . . . Read more
As beautiful as hardwood floors are, they require a significant amount of care both during and after installation. Wood reacts to changes in the environment, even if that environment is your home, and its sensitivity can lead to ugly grooves, hills, and valleys undulating across your living room floor. Homeowners . . . Read more
Hardwood flooring adds an elegant touch to any home, whether you lay the floor yourself or have original, antique flooring. However, damaged areas of hardwood flooring can not only wreck the aesthetic of the room, but they can also throw your OCD into high gear. Fortunately, replacing damaged areas . . . Read more