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Which are the best Polyurethane brands for floors? Which do I recommend?

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Brands of Polyurethane that I highly recommend When it comes to sanding and refinishing your hardwood floors, there are 2 main components: 1) The quality of the workmanship and 2) the quality of the materials (i.e. the polyurethane). In this article, I’m going to discuss the highest grade polyurethanes. The polyurethane is the coating that […]

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Oil vs water based polyurethane: Which is better for refinishing hardwood floors?

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Which type of polyurethane is better for refinishing hardwood floors – oil-based or water-based polyurethane? We offer both options, but I usually recommend oil based polyurethane over water based for dark floors because: 1. It looks better 2. It lasts longer 3. It costs less. So, it seems like a no brainer, right? Well, usually

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The Best Hardwood Floor Furniture Protectors to Prevent Scratching Your Floors

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Furniture Protectors to Prevent Ruining Hardwood Flooring Today we’ll be talking about the best hardwood floor furniture protectors, because they’re not all made equal, and it’s important to pick something that makes sense for you and your situation.  Choosing the right type furniture protectors will prevent scratches and prolong the life of your floors.  

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Basements: 17 Ways to Lighten and Brighten a Basement, even if you don’t have Windows

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Most basements are notoriously on the darker side, so most homeowners are looking for solutions to lighten up the space – both to make it more inviting and also to make it look larger.  Most basements are below the ground or partially below grade so the limited natural light makes things extra challenging.  So I’ve

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21 Modern Farmhouse Style Bathrooms for a Rustic Shabby Chic Look

21 Modern Farmhouse Style Bathrooms for a Rustic Shabby Chic Look

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Bathrooms and powder rooms with farmhouse decor for a rustic style Farmhouse style decor has become so popular these days, and it’s so much fun to give your bathroom a makeover using rustic and shabby chic decor.   There are 3 reasons why farmhouse style works so well for bathrooms (aside from being super stylish):

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11 Awesome Cool Gray Paint Shades from Sherwin Williams

11 Awesome Cool Gray Paint Shades from Sherwin Williams

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What are the best cool grays for painting walls? When it comes to painting, gray is by far the most popular paint color – whether it’s for walls or cabinets. It adds depth and dimension to room (especially when compared to white).  It’s stylish, soft and neutral…the perfect combo.   Gray works so well with

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