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5 signs that it’s time to refinish your hardwood floors
How do you know when it’s time to sand and refinish your hardwood floors? What are the signs? Hardwood floors are beautiful and can last for centuries. But, they do require care and maintenance. Periodically, they need to be sanded and refinished. But, how do you know when it’s…
Where to buy inexpensive navy area rugs | A guide for size, shape and style
A guide to finding the best Navy blue area rugs that are stylish and inexpensive Navy blue area rugs have been growing in popularity, and they seem be the 2nd most popular color in area rugs (gray is #1). While darker blues are very stylish (and go well with…
Helpful items if you have pets and want to protect your floors
How to protect your floors if you have pets I love dogs and cats, but they certainly can do a number on your floors. Pets can damage all types of floors – carpet, hardwood, laminate, you name it. Sometimes, this is due to their nails, or pet accidents. And, by…
Buying a house with hardwood floors. What should you look for?
When you’re buying a new home and want hardwood, what are the watch-outs and what should you look for? I get all sorts of calls from new home buyers (and realtors advising their clients) about their hardwood floors. More often than not, the questions are around refinishing existing hardwood…
7 Hardwood Flooring Design Tips
Design Tips for Hardwood flooring and refinishing Hardwoods are a central part of the home. They add beauty and warmth, and they can serve as a unifying device. I wanted to provide some design advice for those buying new hardwood floors or refinishing their existing hardwood. These principles should apply…
