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Many homeowners dread the winter season because their hardwood flooring could potentially suffer damage due to the harsh weather elements. However, with the help of a few simple tips, you can easily keep winter elements such as snow, slush and slat at bay and ensure that your hardwood floor retains its natural look and feel without suffering any unsightly cosmetic damages.  Invest in Rugs and Floor Mats: By placing door mats or rugs over your floor, you can ensure that snow and slush stays outside your home and not inside it. Always keep spare mats and rugs so that you...

  Flooring is a very important feature of your home. Throughout the life of your floor, it will witness heavy objects slamming against it, stains, dirt, and bare feet of many shapes and sizes. Hardwood flooring is one of the very best options you can select. Not only are hardwood floors beautiful and warm, they can generally withstand a considerable amount of traffic. Hardwood floors are coated by various types of finishes. This begs the question, what type of finish protectant is the best for a hardwood floors. Polyurethane finish was designed to achieve a more durable and water resistant...

Unfortunately for homeowners, scratches, dings, and dents to hardwood floors are inevitable. It is important to regularly care for your hardwood flooring. No matter what, whether it’s from children, pets or moving furniture, the reality is that scratches and gouges will happen. Online, there are numerous “fix it” guides that, while their repair may only be temporary, do offer at least some solution for those trying to repair on a budget. Oil and Vinegar: Simply combine 3 parts oil and 1 part vinegar, either white or apple cider works well, in a jar. Mix it well, and rub it onto...

Stop worrying about your hardwood floors! The average consumer spends approximately $1,100 per year on different materials, cleaners, and protectors for their hardwood floors. It's time for that to change. What if there was a way to coat your floor with a ceramic finish that was harder than diamond? Well, there is.  WearMax® XT Ceramic Finish is absolutely the best finish for protecting hardwood floors, and there are a number of reasons why. What this product essentially does is create a layer coating in between your feet and the hardwood floor. Technically speaking, you're really not even walking on the...

If you desire a natural looking floor for your home, then hardwood flooring would top the list! The grains, textures, varieties and colors available in make it an instant choice for those after a natural look for their home. Hardwood floors are admired by many. However, there are some difficulties associated with it. Wood floors are often more expensive than other flooring alternatives. Moisture content, if not managed properly, can cause big issues. Being a natural resource, there is risk for wood becoming scarce in supply if not managed carefully. Today we bring to you some common issues and concerns...