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How to Fix End Joint Separation on Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) Flooring

by AndrewInstallation, Maintenance November 6, 2025November 6, 2025No Comments

Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring has become one of the most popular choices for homeowners due to its durability, waterproof construction, and authentic wood visuals. However, even the best installations can sometimes experience end joint separation, where the short edges of planks slightly pull apart. This guide will help you repair the problem, identify the …

Understanding Baseboards And Trim When Installing New Flooring

by Montana MorynInstallation, Interior Design, Trims and Accessories September 18, 2025November 5, 2025No Comments

What Are They and Why Do They Matter? These essential finishing pieces are often overlooked, but they play a critical role in both the function and appearance of your flooring. Baseboards, base shoes, and quarter rounds not only cover the necessary expansion space for wood, cork, and luxury vinyl flooring, but they also provide a …

A Guide to the Lifetime of Your Home

by Montana MorynInstallation, Interior Design, Maintenance September 2, 2025September 23, 2025No Comments

Introduction Your home is probably the biggest investment you will ever make during your lifetime. It is also the place where you spend much, if not most of your time, so you want to enjoy it to the fullest, be comfortable year-round, and pay the least possible amount on your monthly utility bills. While your …

Considerations For Flooring And Wheelchairs

by AndrewHardwood Flooring, Installation, Maintenance June 19, 2025June 29, 2025No Comments

Wheelchair use is at an all-time high in the United States. An estimated 3.5 to 5.5 million Americans use a wheelchair or similar device, and the number continues to grow each year. The ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) mandates wheelchair accessibility in public spaces. While it is not required in privately owned single-family homes, you …

How To Choose The Right Hardwood Floors Over Radiant Heat

by AndrewHardwood Flooring, Installation, Maintenance, Trends May 31, 2025September 23, 2025No Comments

You have probably noticed that radiant heat is starting to show up all over the place in hardwood floors. This new level of comfort adds that amazing feeling of stepping out of bed on a fully warmed floor on a cold winter night. We’ll go over some of the technical aspects that you need to …

Steer Clear of These 3 Major Blunders When Installing Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) Flooring

by AndrewInstallation September 11, 2023August 30, 2023No Comments

Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring has become a popular choice for homeowners seeking a cost-effective and visually appealing alternative to traditional hardwood floors. While the installation process might appear relatively straightforward, there are common mistakes that can lead to unsightly results and decreased longevity of your LVP flooring. Let’s explore the three most significant errors …

The Right Width for Your Space

by Unique Wood FloorsHardwood Flooring, Installation, Trends May 2, 2023December 20, 2024No Comments

When it comes to installing wood flooring in your home, choosing the right width is an important consideration. The width of the flooring can have a significant impact on the appearance and functionality of the space, so it’s important to choose a width that is appropriate for the room in question. In this blog, we’ll …

Cabinets or Flooring, Which Comes First?

by Unique Wood FloorsHardwood Flooring, Installation April 19, 2023October 11, 2024No Comments

If you’re planning a kitchen remodel, one of the decisions you’ll need to make is whether to install your flooring before or after your kitchen cabinets. This decision can have a significant impact on the overall look and functionality of your kitchen, so it’s important to consider the pros and cons of each approach. In …

Calculating Your Square Footage

by Unique Wood FloorsInstallation March 27, 2023October 17, 2024No Comments

If you’re considering installing wood flooring in your home, one of the first steps is to determine how much flooring material you will need. This requires accurately measuring and calculating the square footage of the space. In this blog, we will discuss how to properly measure and calculate the square footage of your project and …

Proper Acclimation of Wood Flooring

by Unique Wood FloorsHardwood Flooring, Installation, Other March 21, 2023October 17, 2024No Comments

Wood flooring is a popular choice for many homeowners due to its durability, warmth, and aesthetic appeal. However, before installing wood flooring, it is essential to acclimate the wood properly to ensure that it is adjusted to the environment in which it will be installed. Acclimation is a process of allowing the wood flooring to …

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