Dear Rob: I’m considering hardwood floors, but considering how they will cost, I’m worried that I’m going to have “buyer’s remorse” when everything is said and done. Can you please tell me more about the benefits of using hardwood flooring? -Suzan in Colorado Dear Suzan: There are many benefits of hardwood flooring, and to many, […]
Exotic Hardwood Flooring Species
Dear Rob: I want a floor that is really going to stand out – something unusual or exotic. Can you help me out with some information about hardwood flooring beyond the normal oak? -Ron in Arizona Dear Ron: These days, people don’t want to have what their neighbors have in their homes; they want something […]
How Floor Coverings Affect the Size and Feel of Your Room
Dear Rob: The rooms in my home are small, so I’d like to choose a flooring that will help them feel bigger. Any tips? -Rita in Texas Dear Rita: Floor coverings are an important part of your home. Its main purpose is obviously functional, but there are decorative aspects that can help determine the way […]
Choosing Flooring and Other Design Elements Using Product Samples
Dear Rob: I’m in the planning stages of a complete home remodel, and I’m feeling hopelessly overwhelmed. I need to pick flooring finishes, paint colors, tile . . . everything. As I move from store to store, and back to my home, I’m having a terrible time matching materials and deciding how they will “go […]
Strategies for Choosing Grout Colors
Dear Rob: I just moved into a new house, and I’m really not happy with the grout used in the kitchen and bathrooms. I’m not really confident that I can pick something better though. Can you give me some pointers? -Jeff in Utah Dear Jeff: This may not seem like an important decision worthy of […]
Tile Layout Pattern Ideas To Give Your Room Style
Dear Rob: I’m in the process of redesigning my kitchen, and I’m struggling a little bit with picking tile. I really want my kitchen to be special and unique, but I’m drawing a blank as far as what to do with all the fun sizes and types of tile I’ve seen at the store. Can […]
Mixing Multiple Floor Coverings in Your Home
Dear Rob: Is it acceptable to mix flooring types in the same home? -Brenda in New Hampshire Dear Brenda: In short, absolutely! Below are some guidelines to help you plan your flooring project. Keep in mind that these are guidelines and not set rules because each house and personal taste varies so much. Mixing Hardwood […]
Matching Hardwood Floor Finishes to Existing Woodwork
Dear Rob: My wife and I are trying to pick out a stain color for our new hardwood floor, and we just can’t seem to agree. I’d like to pick a color that matches our cabinets, but my wife would like to pick a color that compliments some of our other design choices. What do […]
Environmentally Friendly Low VOC Floor Finishes
Dear Rob: I am refinishing the hardwood floors in an older home. I’m looking for a natural/eco friendly stain and gloss that is non-toxic. Do you have any suggestions? -Bridgette Dear Bridgette: It’s great to know that you are looking to use an eco-friendly and non-toxic floor finish. Choosing a finish is important, because the […]
Fixing Squeaks in Hardwood Floors
Dear Rob: I love my wood floors, but I have a couple of really annoying squeaky spots that I’d really like to get rid of. What should I do if I have squeaky hardwood floors? Shannon from Colorado Dear Shannon: Squeaks in wood floors can be very irritating. While there is no miracle cure for […]
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