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How many coats of water based polyurethane should you use for hardwood floors

How many coats of water based polyurethane should you use?

When it comes to hardwood floor refinishing and water-borne poly, what number of coats should you use? This question comes up often when people are sanding their hardwood floors with water-borne polyurethane, especially as these coats are thinner…and many brands of water based poly are not as durable. But the…

best white paint shade for trim and base molding

The best white paint shade for trim and base molding

When it comes to painting trim and base molding, which is the whitest white to use? Did you know that both Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams both have over 100 shades of white?  In fact, I think it’s over 150!  Pretty crazy, right?  I know, it makes things tricky for…

13 Amazing gray hardwood floors

13 Amazing Gray Hardwood Floors You Can Buy Online

Gray hardwood flooring for a modern, farmhouse and chic look Gray hardwood floors have been growing in popularity for the last 5 or 6 years.  They are stylish and chic and you tend find them in higher end homes.  They really make your home unique and up to date.  And,…

is it possible to do a light sanding on hardwood floors

Is it possible to do a light sanding on a hardwood floor?

Can you lightly sand hardwood floors? Many of my Westchester customers ask me if they can do a “light” sanding of their hardwood flooring.  There are many contexts behind this question, and different reasons for asking, and this context is critical to understand before giving a direct answer.  Please note…

15 Black and white vintage tiles for bathrooms

15 Stunning Vintage Black and White Tiles for bathrooms

Black and white stenciled and mosaic tiles for a modern farmhouse styled bathroom and a classic vintage look These stenciled black and white tiles are so eye catching.  In fact, some are mesmerizing.  These tiles are stylish as they’re both retro and contemporary at the same time.  I know, it…

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