Choosing to refinish your hardwood floors yourself is brave but comes with many potential risks and a lot of hidden costs. With so much to consider, we decided to help you along with the decision making process by creating this quick reference guide on everything you need to know about DIY floor refinishing. Take a […]
One of the major benefits of choosing to sand your hardwood floors yourself is the price. Professional installation will require more of a financial commitment, which for some homeowners may be too expensive. However, we only recommend choosing this option and attempting this type of project if you have some experience with floor sanding. Even […]
The floor sanding process is extremely messy; without the right equipment, you’ll quickly find your home engulfed in a giant cloud of fine dust. Not only does this create a huge mess for you to clean up, but inhaling this dust, or getting it in your eyes, can pose a serious health risk for you […]
To hire a professional or not? This is a major decision anyone planning on redecorating or renovating their home has to make. Which tasks do you tackle yourself, and which do you need an expert for? When you’re considering whether or not to sand your hardwood floors yourself, or hire a professional, there are a […]
Of course, refinishing hardwood floors is a DIY job. That’s why you can rent your own floor sander, right? But just because you can rent a sander doesn’t mean you should. Even if your friends have dubbed you the “Jack-Of-All-Trades” after that amazing paint job you did last year, there is a big difference between […]
Are you considering refinishing your hardwood floors yourself? We’ve put together a list of common sanding mistakes made by DIYers to help you complete your goal. Common Sanding Mistakes Made By DIYers One of the reasons why floor sanding is such a risky technical job is that most mistakes are only visible after the project […]
What is Engineered Wood Flooring? Engineered wood flooring is real wood flooring which is made up of anything between 3 and 12 layers of ply. These layers of ply are cross layered, then glued and pressed together to form a strong bond. It is this bonded core board that makes engineered wood flooring so very […]
If your hardwood floors are looking dull and in need of rejuvenation, you should consider whether buffing or sanding is the right approach for them. Here’s how you can decide which one will work best for your hardwood floors. Is Floor Sanding and Floor Buffing the same thing? The buffing and sanding processes are similar. […]
Gaps occurring in wooden floors are common and can happen when there are changes in the moisture content within the wooden flooring. Whilst some gaps in the flooring are unavoidable, extreme gaps can become a cleaning nuisance and even a tripping danger. However, not all gaps should be filled. Gaps can occur for one of […]
Hardwood floors are known for their durability and capacity to last for a lifetime. However, many people do not realise that hardwood floors are an investment that need to be maintained for them to last all that time. So, what kind of maintenance is required and how long does it last? Over time, the protective […]
