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This depends...Bruce and most solid hardwood 3/4" thick needs a 3/4" expansion joint at the wall. Other types of wood, engineered and floating can vary. Typically it is between 1/4" and 1/2". The install instructions should state.
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Can I use a hardwood floor cleaner on any type of floor?
While you can use a hardwood floor cleaner on any type of floor, it will only be effective on hardwood. It won't really help on carpet, and in some cases may damage the carpet.
Does a birch hardwood floor scratch easily?
does birch hardwood scratch easy
Is it necessary to use hardwood floor cleaner on hardwood floors?
It's not always necessary to use hardwood floor cleaner on hardwood floors. While dedicated hardwood floor cleaners are designed to be gentle and effective, you can also maintain your floors using a damp mop with water and a mild pH-balanced soap. Avoid using excessive water or harsh chemicals, as they can damage the wood. Regular sweeping or vacuuming to remove dirt and debris is also crucial in preserving the beauty and longevity of hardwood floors. However, for specific stains or deep cleaning, a hardwood floor cleaner can be a helpful option, but it's not always mandatory for routine maintenance.
Can you use a steam cleaner on carpets laid over hardwood floor?
Yes you can as long as you are not concerned about damaging the underlying floor. If the floor is old and the finish in unimportant to you, you are fine. If you are looking at steam cleaning an area rug which is on a hardwood floor, that's a definite no-no and the as the water and steam can stain or buckle the hardwood.
How do you know if the floors in your house are hardwood?
Nowadays, "hardwood" is a generic term used for any type of wood flooring. Woods such as pine are considered soft woods but are still used as "hardwood" flooring. In my experience any floor that has finished wood covering the surface is a hardwood floor. The term is used more loosely today. 50 years ago, a "hardwood" floor meant maple, in almost all cases. Today, man-made laminate "wood" might be called a "hardwood" floor, but flooring that is actual pieces of wood will almost always be called a "hardwood" floor. The "finish" floor in most construction nowadays is plywood. The flooring - wood, vinyl, carpeting, whatever - is put down over that.
Is there a book on hardwood floor installation?
I just bought a haunted house and need to redo the floors. Is there a guide to hardwood floor installation?
Do know someone who does hardwood floor refinishing?
Our hardwood floors need refinishing. Do you know someone who can do this?
What is the process of a hardwood floor installation?
To install hardwood, first you need a bare floor, then you install the lined paper barrier, then you nail in the hardwood strips, sand it down, and then add a finish such as poly.
How to connect carpet to hardwood floor?
You will need a reducer initially, most hardwood floors come with a matching one.
What is the best wood floor polish?
Bona Hardwood Floor Polish is environmentally friendly and can maintain any hardwood floor.
Name a website that will give advice on hardwood floor refinishing?
I have some lovely hardwood floors in my house but they need some attention as they are looking a bit worn out in places. Where can I find a website that specialises in hardwood floor refinishing so that I can get some advice?
What is the best product for shiny hardwood floors?
Bruce hardwood floor cleaner is the best hardwood floor cleaner for day to day use.
Can a hardwood floor be floated?
Engineered hardwood floors can be floated, but not solid hardwood floors.
What products are featured on the Orange Glo website?
Orange Glo is a Hardwood Floor Care business designed especially for people who live in a house with wooden floors. Some products are "Hardwood Floor Everyday Cleaner", "Hardwood Floor 4-in-1 Cleaner" and "Hardwood Floor Refinisher".
Is hardwood floor better than rug?
The flooring is all up to you. If you prefer a hardwood floor, go with that. If you want a rug floor, that's okay too. You can always do a combo of them, and make some of your floor hardwood, and the rest rug.
Where can I find helpful tips about DIY floor sanding?
Sanding a hardwood floor is not a difficult project. However, you will need some guidance if it is your first time. A good website for this is http://www.how-to-hardwood-floors.com/sanding.html.
What is hardwood floor refinishing?
I want to do something different to my wooden floors. What does hardwood floor refinishing look like?
