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Proper Carpet Padding Is as Important as Carpet Feb. 09, 2023

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Dear James: The carpeting in our living room needs to be replaced. I know how to evaluate and select... Read More

How To Clean Hardwood Floors With Hydrogen Peroxide Aug. 15, 2022

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The finish on hardwood flooring is neither fragile nor indestructible. Hardwood floors must be clean... Read More

There Can Be Problems When Replacing Old Hardwood Floors Dec. 02, 2021

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Dear James: The old hardwood floors in my parents' house are a mess. I would like to repair them and... Read More

A New Heavy-Duty Commercial Vinyl Floor Will Last Many Years Dec. 10, 2020

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Dear James: We are setting up a playroom for our children. The room is carpeted now, but we want som... Read More

Using Proper Lumber Makes Projects Easier Apr. 23, 2020

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Dear James: There are many indoor and outdoor house repairs I have to make. There is a big range in ... Read More

Parquet Hardwood Floors Are Easy to Install Mar. 26, 2020

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Dear James: We like hardwood parquet floors, but it is expensive to have them installed. Are do-it-y... Read More

Finish Woodwork With Beautiful French Polish Feb. 27, 2020

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Dear James: Will you please explain how to apply a French polish on old woodwork that needs to be re... Read More

Proper Method to Stain and Finish Wood Trim Jan. 16, 2014

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Dear Pat: I just moved into a beautiful house on the National Historical Register. I have to repair ... Read More

Replace Hardwood Flooring in Older House -- Avoid Problems Nov. 14, 2013

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Dear Pat: I just bought an old house and the hardwood floors look terrible. Some are buckled, cupped... Read More