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Hardwood Floor opinions...should We Do Handscraped?
Read all 8 responses: "Our home is 2 years old and it was a spec so we did not get to pick the type of flooring we wanted. We have tile in our kitchen, ...
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- We have handscraped hardwoods downstairs with tile in hallway and kitchen. I didn't want wood in the kitchen as I was concerned about spilling water etc on floor and ...
- Hi K. , I myself have hardwood floors in our house everywhere but the kitchen my husband works doing hardwood floor for living so are type is the hardwood you sand an...
- Out of curiosity, did you have your floor sealed after it was laid? 2 little boys + 1 big GSD (and we DO wear our shoes in the house) - my beige tile stayed beige and...
Hardwood Floors Advice
Read all 9 responses: "Hi, I have a question for everyone. We are getting new hardwood floors on our first floor. We've lived here for five years, ...
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- Hi A., I just wanted to let you know that we have hard woods and I love them- we need to get them in our living room as well because our carpet is so dirty! But I w...
- I would recommend Pergo over actual hardwood. I grew up in a house w/ hardwood, and we had a German Shepard, and there is NO good way keep the dog from scratching the...
- Hey A.~ I have used some awesome products from a store that I shop from. Plus they are safer for you to use around your pets and children too. They work great for...
Hardwood Flooring Installation
Read all 8 responses: "Hello, I am looking to have hardwood floors installed in place of the hideous(!) ceramic tile that runs almost entirely throughout my ...
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- I actually know someone who does amazing work. He is wonderful. He is an amazing handyman and does all kinds of work for people. He is currently working on moving an e...
- We picked our flooring at lumber liquidators and then they hook you up with an installer (ours was A to Z flooring). It was dramatially less expensive than others. G...
- Jay's Hardwood Floors - don't know the number offhand, but they did a great job in my dining room and were reasonably priced. Probably in the phonebook. I'm in Wheaton...
Master's Flooring
They do hardwood as well. We couldn't be happier with the service. ... We used Master Flooring to install our hardwood floors about 6 years ago and we're ...
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- H., Call ____@____.com husband installs hardwood floors. I have given his name out to people and have heard nothing but great things about him. Tell them L. gave yo...
- We used Master Flooring to install our hardwood floors about 6 years ago and we're extremely please with their installers. They arrived on time and did a quality job...
- We used Master's flooring and I was very pleased with their service. They were dependable and did a fantastic job. We had also gotten an estimate from Home Depot dur...
Help with Hardwood Floors
Read all 11 responses: "Our house was build in the mid-sixties and has the original hardwood floors. I would really like to have them refinished eventually , ...
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- I have heard that a mixture of white vinegar and water does wonders for a hardwood floor. Also, vinegar and vegitable oil does well for buffing scratches
- Dear D., I own two homes built in the mid-70s with hardwood floors. One I live in already had them refinished. I use only Murphy's Oil Soap on them. The other ho...
- Murphys oil soap squirt and mop is awesome. After you vaccume you just squirt it on the floor and mop it up with one of the flat mops with the terry cloth pad on it. Y...
Hardwood Floor in the Kitchen????
Sep 4, 2009 ... Read all 45 responses: "I'm thinking of putting hardwood floors in my kitchen instead of tile. Wondering what your experience has been if ...
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- I love my hardwood! Much better on your feet and legs, it is much softer than tile. Also I have experienced things that would normally break on tile have a chance of...
- We have hardwood flooring in our Kitchen... it is no problem But, we did Varathane it, with 2 coats. This protects the wood from spills and seals it. We just mop it c...
- I have bamboo flooring throughout my home and even in the kitchen. It works fine and is great on the back if I'm standing for a long time cooking. C.
Suggestions for Removing Water Stains on Hardwood Floors
Read all 5 responses: "Does anyone have a tip on removing water stains from a solid oak hardwood floor without having to sand and refinish?
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- You must refinish... if it is solid hardwood. If it is pre-finished and feels soft or wrinkled you have to replace. My husband and Owner of Genesis Flooring & Design...
- Someone recommended mayo on the stains to me, I was skeptical, but it took the white marks right off....
- Easy! Go to a good hardware store & pick up a can of Restor-A-Finish in the right color and some .0000 steel wool. Soak the steel wool with the R-A-F and rub gently ...
Hardwood Floors and Dog Hair
Read all 25 responses: "Ok now that we have our beautiful hardwood floors in, I am constantly seeing dog hair tumbleweeds. Anyone have a tip on how to keep ...
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- We had the same problem with our cats and the only thing I found that helps... and only slightly is to brush them daily... its a pain...
- I have the same issues. Although we do not allow out dogs in that area of the house, it amazes me how I have dust bunnies daily. I have a dust mop that I use with Br...
- Our dog sheds quite a bit, too. With dark floors and light hair, it will drive you crazy trying to keep it all picked up. I use those dry cloth swiffers pads. The...
Cleaning Stains/removing Scratches off Hardwood Floors?
Read all 11 responses: "We have a red permanent pen mark on our hardwood floor, as well as some minor scratches on it (I'm guessing from moving furniture ...
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- any alcohol based product should take off the marker... rubbing alcohol, nail polish remover, etc. Work lightly and quickly, as you do not want to remove the finish on...
- Rubbing alcohol will remove permanent marker from hardwood floors. Try it on a small area first to make sure it works on whatever finish your floor has. Good luck!
- Try Mr. Clean magic eraser for the pen, and if that doesn't work, some hand sanitizer with a soft cloth. The scratches will be there until you have the floors buffed....
Seeking Someone to Redo Our Hardwood Floors
Read all 6 responses: "I live in the Edison Park area and I am seeking someone to redo our hardwood floors in our living room. Hoping to find someone to do ...
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- My neighbor and I both used Mario Espinosa cell ###-###-#### and ###-###-#### Not sure where this number is for !!
- We have used Paul the floor guy - he's extremely reasonable and has done a great job on some old beat up floors. ###-###-####
- My son works with some guys who do this, and they are eager for work. Please contact me off list at ____@____.com if interested in a quote. S.
