Dear Rob: We recently moved into a new home, and we’d like to try to salvage the carpet, but it has some pet stains and odors. Is there anything we can do to clean it up so we can discourage our own dogs from relieving themselves on the carpet? -Evan R. from Indiana Dear Evan: […]
Janka Ball Hardness & Hardwood Floor Durability
Dear Rob, I have three very large dogs and two kids. I was told not to put in hardwood floors because they will get scratched, but if I did, I should go with a really hard wood. How do I know how hard a wood is? -Darlene D. from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Dear Darlene: With […]
It’s Bad Idea to Stain Hickory and Maple Floors
Dear Rob: I want to stain my maple hardwood floor to match my stained maple kitchen cabinets, but my hardwood guy refuses, saying that the stain will not take. I know my kitchen cabinets are stained maple, so what gives? Why is he pulling my leg? -Jared H. from Orem, Utah Dear Jared: Your installer […]
10 Ways To Protect Your Hardwood Floor Finish
Dear Rob: We have an oak floor that was refinished a few years ago with a water-based coating (polyurethane?). The finish is in good shape, but is showing a little bit of wear. What is the best way to protect my hardwood floor? -Linda P. from Royal Oak, Michigan. Dear Linda: Unlike the old waxed […]
Ceramic Tile Installation for Beginners
Dear Rob: I want to install ceramic tile in my kitchen. How hard would it be for me to do it myself? -Patti (With An I) Dear Patti (With An I): That is a great question. The answer depends on a few things: How handy are you? Do you own tools? Are you comfortable with […]
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