Flooring advice, project ideas, and hardwood care.

By far the most popular type of hardwood flooring is a rich, deep natural color enhanced by a glossy finish. The almost wet-looking finish on a hardwood floor is very distinct and very attractive. However, it’s being challenged in some places by a new trend; the new...

A cleaned and polished hardwood floor is identifiable by its glossy finish. Some hardwood floors look almost wet when they’re cleaned and buffed. They’re known for this look, and people spend a lot of money to achieve it. So, why are matte finish hardwood floors all...

Generally, there are thought to be two ways to change the color of wood for flooring. The wood can be stained or it can be painted. Staining wood involves a pigmented liquid penetrating into the pores of the wood and staining it that color. Paint obviously just sits...

Most hardwood floor planks are rectangles. Finding ones that aren’t is fairly rare but you can find some squares and some irregular shapes. However, uniform rectangles are definitely the norm. That might sound like you have limited design options but that’s just not...