What is a screen and recoat? Screening and buffing are the same thing. They are synonyms for each other, and both mean that you “scuff up” or abrade the floor, and then you apply a coat of polyurethane for protection and sheen.  Screening is often called buffing, since the screening…

Are vinyl and linoleum the same thing? NO! There seems to be a lot of confusion between vinyl and linoleum, and many customers mix up these terms – they say linoleum, but they mean vinyl.  So what is the difference between linoleum and vinyl? Please note that this article may…

What’s the difference between sandless refinishing and dustless sanding? When it comes to sanding and refinishing floors, many customers ask me about “dustless sanding” and “sandless refinishing” and all other combos of these words. Needless to say, many customers in Westchester (and across the country) have these terms mixed up.…

Top pet questions about flooring Pets are an important part of our family, and choosing flooring that works with your pets is important for many of my Westchester customers.  So, I thought it would be helpful to gather my favorite flooring blog posts about pets in one location.  I hope…

What is sisal carpet? Sisal carpet is a natural carpet fiber extracted from Agave plant’s long spiny leaves (species Agave sisalana). Sisal is a highly durable carpet often used in heavy traffic areas and higher end homes.  It can be used as a wall to wall carpet, an area rug…