Picture this: You've just moved into an old house. You can't wait to tear out the dingy carpet installed back in the '90s. And then you discover beautiful hardwood ...

Hardwood flooring can lose its luster over time, but a simple change in your routine can restore a smooth, refreshed finish ...

Q: My hardwood floors were sanded and refinished 10 years ago and had some pretty rough treatment, so now they are dull and dirty. How can I clean them and restore the shine? A: If the finish is not ...

Rather than replacing the whole floor, certain areas can be restored Bad indications are planks that are warped, buckled and uneven North American red and white oaks are the most widely used woods ...

Jan. 30 -- Many people prefer old-fashioned hardwood floors over wall-to-wall carpeting. But after years of wear and tear, your charming floors may have turned into a random design of scuffs, scrapes ...

One of the perks of buying an old house is discovering old-world craftsmanship and character that is often missing in new construction. Elegant hardwood floors, embellished with handcrafted borders ...

Preparation is key to successfully restoring dull worn hardwood floors.Fortunately, the tools needed for proper preparation are available at reasonable rates from many hardware stores and rental ...

I used Bruce hardwood floor cleaner on my new Bruce prefinished hardwood flooring, and it dulled the finish. How can I restore the shine of the original prefinished hardwood? MARGARET CALLAHAN ...