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Planning A DIY Hardwood Flooring Installation? Here's What You Need To Know Difficulty level: High | Time required: 3-5 days (150-250sf a day) In this project DIY hardwood floor installation tutorial, you can review all the considerations and planning that needs to be done in order to do a DIY hardwood floor install. Armed with all the step-by-step’s […]

What’s important when selecting a contractor When you find a contractor there’s so many things going on in your mind; can I trust them in my home, will they take the money and run, how do I know they will do a good job? How quickly do they respond to your call, set up an appointment with […]

So, you've decided to follow the white kitchen trend. Good move! Real estate agents say that white kitchens sell homes. Gone are the days of the natural wood cabinets, dark richly colored walls, and busy backsplashes. When it comes to kitchens, the whiter the better! But, you might be thinking that you don't want white […]

Hardwood Floors: DIY or Professional installation  Your realtor tells you hardwood floors increase your home's value.  Your pet-loving neighbor recommends hardwood floors for easy cleaning.  Your DIY friend assures you the installation of natural finish oak floors was a breeze. You're ready to make the commitment to hardwood floors. Do you do the project yourself […]

Today, most people are concerned with choosing flooring that is attractive, durable and affordable. But, the demand for eco-friendly flooring ideas is rising, and these needs are not necessarily mutually exclusive. When it comes to sustainable flooring options, there are quite a few. And some look great, are cost effective and even durable. Here are […]

If you are building a house or just considering a change in flooring, you might be curious about acid stained concrete in Arizona. This type of flooring is found often in commercial buildings, and you might have been impressed with the way it looks. There are many options, from colors to polish sheen to aggregate […]

If you or your parents are 65 or older, there is a 40% chance that you or they will enter an elderly care facility at some point. This means just under half of people who survive past 65 will have to leave their home and move into a new environment. Moving is stressful for anyone, […]

When looking to change up your home décor, it can be pretty intimidating to decide how to decorate and which interior design style types to choose. Sometimes browsing Pinterest or Houzz piques your interest, but confuses you. A lot of styles, done well, look great. But, it’s a budget-buster to try them all. So, the […]

As homeowners, we tend to hold off on major home improvement projects for as long as possible. These projects are expensive, time consuming, and can be extremely inconvenient. When your kitchen floor is torn up for a whole week, the room that is most often used in your home is out of commission, that’s stressful. […]

You may be looking for attractive flooring, or the most durable flooring options for pets and children. You may be looking for scratch resistant, waterproof and easy-to-clean floors. Carpet has its advantages, it's difficult to clean, traps allergens and dust mites, and stains easily. If carpet isn't your first choice, one of these five options […]