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Too
Far Gone
If you are a wood floor contractor and working on an older home you get
accustomed to a frequently asked question; “How many more times can my
floor be sanded?” Thirty
years ago, the question might not have been considered too important.
That is not the case today. read
more
Engineered
Options
Engineered wood flooring is the hottest and fastest growing segment of the
wood flooring industry. Formerly
called “prefinished”, this rapidly expanding selection is not only
large, it can be confusing and intimidating to wade into if you don’t
know what to look for. read
more
Fading
& Damage from UV Exposure
In
talking with various manufacturers of stains, finishes and other industry
experts, it is clear that the problem of color degradation from exposure
to direct sunlight does not have one single answer.
The best course to follow involves a series of steps and actions in
addressing this complex issue because sunlight is not the only cause of
the fading and discoloration. Color
deterioration in wood floors occurs from three sources:
UV exposure, heat and moisture. read
more
Special
Events Protection
It is not
unusual for a private residence to assume a role or be exposed to
conditions it is not ordinarily meant to endure.
Wedding receptions, open houses or cameo appearances involving
throngs of people and professionals can present some real challenges.
These e
vent
s can and should be a source of good memories and fun, not a time when you
experience frustration and duress. Here
are some simple tips for dramatically reducing any potential problems.
read more
Understanding
Recoating:
What, Why & How
Recoating
is exactly what it sounds like: An
application of new finish over the older, ailing finish.
It can be done quickly, cleanly (absolutely no dust) and is
reasonably priced. My prices
start at $1.60 per square foot – 55 to 65% less than my sanding and
refinishing cost. read
more
The Recoat
Option - A Good Investment
For many people looking to rejuvenate their floors, a simple
recoating of the area may be just the answer. Compared to other options,
it can provide a durable solution in less time for less money. To give
you a good overview, let's look at why you do it, how you do it and the
plusses and minuses of this option. read more
Putting Dust In
It's Place
Ask any homeowner about the most memorable part of having their wood
floors refinished and you will hear a familiar four letter word that
sends chills down everyone's spine - dust. The cost of the work, the
noise, the disruption, the chaos of having furniture scattered hither
and yon, even the stench of vapors and fumes from sealers and finishes -
all are important but they are always overshadowed by the fear of clouds
of fine, talc-like dust floating in the air. read more
Cooking With
Wood
The site of a wood floor in kitchens used to be something that
caught homeowners attention and often provoked the question,
"why"? The age of linoleum and hard tiles always seemed to
offer a more resilient and maintainable surface in an area where high
traffic and food preparation and consumption would push any flooring
material to its limits. read more
The
Value of Clean & Green
There
is little doubt that wood floors in residential houses are the most
highly prized material ever put under our feet or furniture.
Ask any realtor or look at any real estate advertising and it is
clear that wood floors increase the value of a home and facilitate its
sale. Simply
put, this flooring material is an asset to have in your home. read
more
Claws
on a Floor
As someone that has had a plethora of pets over his lifetime, I think I
understand the challenges of domestic pets and hardwood floors as well
as anyone.
I wanted to share my views and information I have collected to
enable you to enjoy your pets and protect your floors. read
more
All
articles by Michael Purser, The Rosebud Company |
