Posts Tagged ‘floor’
When to Use Elegant Floors’ Dust-Free Refinishing Process
July 13, 2011 | 
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Whether you are sprucing up a new home by the Bay that you just closed on; or you want to clean up the much-abused floors in your teen’s old room now that she has moved out to go to college, consider taking advantage of Elegant Floors’ Dust Free Refinishing Program.
We use an advanced technology called the Atomic Dust Containment System (DCS) by Bonakemi. We will walk you through the step-by-step of how and why this process is so useful. But before we do, let’s consider who might need it. Read the rest of this entry »
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White Line Syndrome (WLS): A plague on all of our hardwood floors?
White Line Syndrome, colloquially known as “WLS” in the hardwood flooring industry, refers to white lines that manifests between boards on hardwood floors. Over the past 5 to 10 years or so, the blogosphere has erupted with discussions about WLS, prompting some industry analysts to believe that it’s on the rise. So what exactly causes WLS? What can be done to prevent it? And what should you do if you suspect that your new or old hardwood floor is beginning to manifest these aesthetically unappealing (maddeningly so) lines? Read the rest of this entry »
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NWFA: What It Means to Be an NWFA Member
For over 25 years, the National Wood Flooring Association, NWFA, has advanced and promoted wood flooring industry businesses. The NWFA provides members with crucial information,education, and resources. It currently boasts over 3,500 members all over the world. NWFAmembers share skills and knowledge and exchange ideas. They also must abide by stringent standards of conduct. Members must subscribe “without reservation” to standards such as: Read the rest of this entry »
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Solid Flooring vs. Laminate Flooring vs. Engineered Wood Floors
Homeowners want to choose the right hardwood flooring for their needs, budget, and aesthetic
preferences. This essay breaks down three flooring categories and gives you a resource to make
sure that the remodeling process is simple and easy for you. Read the rest of this entry »
What are Floating Floors? A Look at the Pros and Cons
Whether you’re considering renovating your rec room; or you’re exploring a bigger remodeling job that may involve redoing the kitchen, bathroom, and most of the rest of the house, you might want to consider the “floating floor” option. Essentially, floating floors are engineered hardwood floors that are easier to install than traditional hardwood floors. These floors are popular with do-it-yourselfers. Here's a quick look at some of the pros and cons. Read the rest of this entry »
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