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Do’s and Don’ts for updating your home before it goes on the market
Updating your home before putting it on the market is something that most sellers do to ensure the sale, and at the price they’re looking for. Everyone wants to get the best price they can for their home when it sells. That goes without saying…. But we understand how overwhelming it can be, to think about where to start with the homes’ upgrades, so we’ve compiled a list of Do’s and Don’ts to choose from, when deciding on what updates to make on your home to get it to sell. Do’s Enlist the help of a “Home Stager.” Home stagers know exactly what buyers want to see when looking at…
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Want to refinish your floors, but don’t know where to store all that furniture? We have a solution:
The most convenient time to sand and refinish existing hardwood floors is probably before you move into your new home. There’s no furniture to move, no pets to relocate while the process is taking place, and you don’t have to come home to quarantined rooms and the smells of stain and polyurethane. These are some of the reasons why so many homeowners have come to dread the thought of refinishing their hardwood floors. Our expert professionals are dedicated to helping all of our clients through the refinishing process, every step of the way. We strive to make the refinishing process as easy on you (and your pets) as possible. So…
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Sun Damaged Hardwood Floors
Who doesn’t love a light, bright and airy home? I know I do, especially in the warmer months when the windows can be opened to feel that warm cross-breeze throughout the house. We tend to think more about this during the cold, dark winter months. How nice it would be to have the sunlight beaming in through the open windows, warming the house up just enough. But have you ever given any thought to what those glorious beaming rays of sunlight might be doing to your hardwood floors? Not many people realize that prolonged sun exposure on your natural hardwood floor has the potential to cause sun damage. Actually, damage…
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Asbestos Flooring – Do you REALLY need that Abatement?
This article will explain some options on how to handle the discovery of asbestos tile in your home. Vinyl Asbestos Tile (VAT) – Where to begin? There are countless residential homes here in the northeast that were built before the 1980’s. Needless to say, most of them have asbestos tile installed somewhere inside. Often times the homeowner is unaware of the asbestos tile flooring at all. It’s usually found covered up underneath an existing floor, most often being carpet or even under a layer of plywood. Occasionally, when a home is sold to a new buyer, the existence of vinyl asbestos tile isn’t always disclosed in the proper way that…
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Can Pets and Hardwood Floors Coexist?
Here are some hardwood flooring facts that can keep you ahead of the game when deciding on which material to choose for your pet friendly home… With 63% of all U.S. households having pets, this is a topic that we come across pretty often. Though we love our furry family members, they can be a bit tough on our floors. One of the biggest issues with our pets is their nails. If they’re not kept trimmed, they could easily scratch a hardwood floor. In addition to scratches, your hardwood floor has to try to endure food and water bowl spills, and lets not forget the dreaded housebreaking accidents! Even…
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The Importance of a “Solid” subfloor.
The importance of a “Solid” Subfloor What is a Subfloor? A subfloor is basically your current floors foundation, or what’s underneath; (typically made up of plywood or concrete; if your home is older, it could possibly be diagonal pine planks). Being in this industry for almost 2 decades, we’ve come to understand that each and every home is different. Even manufactured or townhomes; no two are alike with regards to settling over the years. While different homes may have the same subfloor material, one realizes when installing, that adjusting technique is a must. Also, homes with multiple levels will have a couple of different types of subfloors. In this article, we will explain what a subfloor is,…
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Hardwood Floor Care and Maintenance
Hardwood Floor Maintenance A guide to maintaining your hardwood floor Now that you have had your floors done, whether it be sanded and refinished or newly installed hardwood, maintenance and care are the next steps in keeping the floors as free of scratches and blemishes as possible. All hardwood floors scratch at some point. However, you can reduce the amount of scratching by following the steps below. Hardwood flooring has the ability to last 100+ years. We have been in many homes built in the 1800s with its original hardwood that just needs a good sanding and refinishing. Here are a few need-to-know tips on how to keep your new…
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Oil vs. Water Polyurethane Finish
Which hardwood flooring finish is better and which lasts longer? Oil based polyurethane or Water-borne polyurethane…. There are many factors to think about when deciding on the finish of your hardwood floor. We’ve given some key points to consider when making your decision. Here are some factors to consider that might sway your decision either way: Durability: How long will the finish last before it has to be redone? Oil based poly is simply, more durable and lasts about twice as long as water based polyurethane. It’s due to the chemical makeup; oil based poly’s have 45% to 50% of solids, while water based polys only contain 30% to 35% of…
