This article comes from The Spruce. How to Repair Scratched Hardwood Floors Scratched hardwood floors in historical properties possess character and richness. Yet when your own hardwood floors are scratched, you might find yourself less enamored with the look. Residential solid hardwood or engineered wood floors are often scratched in glaringly obvious ways. Prominent dog…
This article comes from SF Gate. How Long Should I Wait to Move Furniture After Cleaning Carpets? Routine professional carpet cleaning is important to preserve its integrity and protect your investment. Sometimes carpet cleaning can involve moving furniture around to clean those hard-to-reach places – but how long should you wait to move your furniture…
This article comes from The Spruce. Vinyl Tile vs. Ceramic Tile Comparison Guide For environments where the flooring is likely to be subject to moisture or staining agents, homeowners are often faced with deciding between vinyl tile and ceramic tile, both of which are excellent at shedding moisture and good at resisting stains. This choice…
This article comes from Moving.com. How to Move a Rug to a New Home Whether you own a particularly valuable rug, such as a hand-woven Persian rug, or a run-of-the-mill machine-loomed rug, it’s imperative that you follow the right protocol for moving it to a new house. 1. Prep and clean the rug before moving…
This article comes from The Spruce. How to Clean Paint Spills and Drips off Wood Floors Paint is a transformative medium. With just a brush and a can of paint, you can dramatically change the look of a room or create a masterpiece on canvas. Unfortunately, the paint often lands in spots it shouldn’t, including…
This article comes from The Spruce. How to Clean a Shag Rug Shag rugs are back in style and even more spectacular than the 1970s versions. More often sold as an area rug than wall-to-wall carpeting, designers have embraced different materials, from wool to leather, and every color imaginable. Shag rugs add a designer touch…