I regularly inspect floors on behalf of customers that have had their flooring project go horribly wrong. In almost every case, I have heard stories about how the flooring contractors hired by these folks started out very nice and professional, only to turn out to be a wolf in sheep’s clothing after they signed on […]
The Advantages of Installing Glass Flooring
By John Dorren Glass floors are typically common in boats and large buildings. Their purpose was to provide a rider or visitor with an improved view. However, the installation of glass floors is a great addition to a home as it is affordable and provides many benefits. Aesthetics The installation of glass floor in a […]
Installing Tile Under a Fireplaces, Woodstoves and Kitchen Cabinets
Dear Rob: I am going to install a vent free fireplace in a glass enclosed porch. Presently, I have an unfinished floor that I would like to finish in slate. Do I need to install the slate floor first, prior to installing the fireplace, or can I have the fireplace installed first, then the floor? […]
TileRIGHT MeasureRIGHT Pro 30 Review
TileRIGHT MeasureRIGHT Pro 30 Description The TileRIGHT MeasureRIGHT Pro 30 is a handy little tool designed to take the guesswork out of cutting complicated angles in tile and other flooring materials. TileRIGHT MeasureRIGHT Pro 30 Features Simplifies the process of installing ceramic tile Gives the first time do-it-yourselfer an easy way to make precise and accurate […]
Never Install New Floors Over Rotted Subfloors
Dear Rob: We currently have carpet over an old wood subfloor that has lifted off of a cement slab. The floor has been flooded four times over the years and now the floor is starting to squeak and feels softer in some places than in others. My dad does not want to tear up the […]
Choosing Dance Floor Finishes
Dear Rob: I’m a dance DJ. One of my regular venues is an Elks Lodge. Their parquet floor is in fair shape, but looks terrible and is difficult to dance on-kinda sticky. We’re going to sand off the finish, gum, heel marks, table drag marks and then refinish the floor. I’ve asked 5 different “experts” […]
Flooring Transitions in Remodels
Dear Rob: I have a problem with a transition from my living room to kitchen that I need advice for. Can you help? I don’t know if the kitchen floor should be pulled up to be level with living room, etc. I am laying down laminate 12.2 ml across from living room into kitchen. Should […]
Advantages of Electric Radiant Floor Heating System
Electric radiant floor heat is a good addition or alternative to other home heating systems. Made from electric cables or mats built into the floor or attached to the subfloor, radiant floor systems are available for every type of flooring including hardwood and carpeting. Electric radiant floors are less expensive and easier to install than […]
Installing Flooring over Original Hardwood Floors
Dear Rob: I have a 100 year old farm house that needs a new kitchen floor. The house is rarely occupied so the HVAC does not usually run allowing for moisture and temperature variations. The original tongue and groove pine is still there and in solid form but even when new it was not high […]
Repairing Water Damage on Prefinished Floors
Dear Rob: Are Bruce prefinished floors refinishable in the future? We have water damage from a saltwater aquarium in our foyer, and want to refinish but the stripper doesn’t seem to be taking any veneer off. Can it be sanded off? Thanks, Cindy Dear Cindy: Bruce prefinished flooring can definitely be refinished, and to do […]
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