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Read MoreTransition strips are used to finish hardwood and laminate floor edges where the product meets an existing floor in a doorway, and are typically cut to fit and then nailed in place or snapped into a track that has been screwed to the floor.
Read MoreWD-40 has been known as a lubricating and penetrating product for decades, and while it may seem simple to use, it began as rocket science. Originally designed by the Rocket Chemical Company in 1953 as a degreaser and solvent for the aerospace industry, five years later it was introduced to the public.
Read MoreWhen you’re installing a laminate floor, finishing the floor to other areas such as adjoining rooms and outside doors is a vital part of the installation process.
Read MoreIf you’re remodeling your closet and installing sliding doors, you may be concerned when it comes to installing the bottom brackets on your carpeting.
Read MoreThere’s nothing quite like the ambiance of a burning fireplace in winter; however even a gas fireplace tends to leave an oily film on the glass doors, which can spoil the look of your crackling flames.
Read MoreIf you’re preparing to do a ceramic floor or wall installation, it’s recommended that you install HardieBacker cement board on your subfloor or wall before you begin to lay the tile. HardieBacker is available in both 1/4-inch and .42-inch-thick "HardieBacker 500"
Read MoreYou've finished cleaning behind the refrigerator and as you step back to admire your work you cringe in dismay: there's a very noticeable dent in the cushioned vinyl flooring where the fridge sat. Before you make that panic call to the flooring store, take a deep breath and relax.
Read MoreYou’ve installed the new vinyl floor in your bathroom all by yourself, and the job looks great--until the next day, that is, when you realize you smeared silicone sealant on the floor when you sealed the tub and toilet. Don’t panic: You won’t have to rip up the floor and start over.
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