Living in the Pacific Northwest, surrounded by some of the oldest and most beautiful hardwood homes, I’ve come to truly appreciate the fine points that make hardwood floors not just…

I once faced a challenging concrete floor project that really tested my knowledge and patience. The concrete slab was supposed to support a heavy load in a commercial warehouse, but…

Imagine you’re standing in a showroom surrounded by dozens of hardwood flooring options. You run your hand over the grain, trying to decide which one has that perfect mix of…

I’ve always been fascinated by the subtle details that make a commercial floor stand out—not just its look but its durability and performance over time. Recently, I found myself recommending…

When I first started working with homeowners on flooring projects, one question always came up: how can I get beautiful hardwood floors without spending a fortune? Solid hardwood floors have…

Timelessness is something I often think about when reflecting on floor care. Some things just never go out of style, and floor wax is one of them. Its glossy finish…

Addressing Climate-Specific Flooring NeedsI live and work in a part of the country where weather swings dramatically throughout the year. Summers get hot and humid, winters bring biting cold, and…

Expert tip: When I first started installing Armstrong rigid core flooring, I made a rookie mistake of not preparing the subfloor properly. The floor looked great initially, but small gaps…

How to Understand and Use Luan Plywood for FlooringHave you ever wondered if there’s a simple, affordable way to upgrade your floors without draining your wallet or committing to an…

Many people think vinyl plank flooring is a no-fuss, “throw-anything-at-it” kind of surface. But I’ve learned over years of installing and maintaining floors that not everything is safe to use…