Q: We hired a local handyman to help renovate a bathroom and rework two entry-area closets into a unified closet with bi-fold doors. This meant replacing some of the wide-plank pine floorboards in our ...

It may seem as though simply running a mop over any hardwood floor should suffice when it comes to cleaning it, but to really maintain and preserve their appearance, removing dirt and stains and ...

Whether newly installed or more than a hundred years old, hardwood floors are a striking feature in many homes. Wood is a naturally resilient material, and sealed with a urethane finish hardwood ...

The stain and seal are the finishing touches that give an old floor a new glow. How you finish a sanded hardwood floor is a matter of personal preference. Some people go with a clear sealer for a ...

Do-it-yourself sanding and refinishing of wood floors is a good way to enhance the appearance of your home by spending very little money. However, reclaiming the elegance of an old floor takes much ...

Hardwood floors have long been favored by homeowners for their timeless elegance and durability. When maintained properly they can last hundreds of years. The 2022 Remodeling Impact Report, a joint ...

A shabby-looking floor can make a poor first impression, especially if the wood boards are worn, scratched and have seen better days. However, replacing your flooring can cost a small fortune, ...

I have old wood floors in ym brownstone, but don’t have the money to sand and refinish them right now. Has anyone tried just refinishing them without sanding them down? Any suggestions on what I can ...

We’re going into contract on an old Victorian in Ditmas Park, and will be buffing and refinishing the wood floors. I read on a previous post about using polymerized tung oils. Can they be used on ...

Gone are the days of high-gloss hardwood floors so reflective they look wet to the touch. Thanks perhaps to the Scandinavians (and a bit of good old-fashioned practicality), matte wood finishes are ...

Each week, Mansion Global tackles a topic with an elite group of designers from around the world who work on luxury properties. This week we look at how to choose the right wood flooring for you. Wood ...