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Below are flooring questions and answers from homeowners, like you, and flooring experts, such as hardwood floor installation experts, and carpeting installers. Perhaps you're trying to decide between Brazilian cherry hardwood floors and hardwood birch. Or, maybe you're deciding between installing berber carpeting and engineered hardwood floors. In either case, we have home improvement guidance for you! If you don't find the information you are looking for about installing new floors in your home, simply ask one of our flooring experts. It's free and only takes a minute!

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  RatingAre there issues or problems with using reclaimed wood for flooring?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Aug 16, 2010
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  RatingHow does the cost of reclaimed wood flooring compare to new wood floors?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Aug 16, 2010
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  Answer3
  RatingDoes carpet go in before all door jams & trimwork?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Jul 16, 2010
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  Answer3
  RatingNervous to clean my wood floors myself - any instructions?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Jul 14, 2010
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  Answers2
  RatingWhich should i do first hang paneling or lay carpet
  Expert Answered by Gettum Associates, Inc on Jun 17, 2010
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  Answers4
  RatingWhat happens if hardwood flooring is not allowed to acclimate long enough?
  Expert Answered by D. S. Long Construction, Inc. on May 27, 2010
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  Answers1
  RatingHow do you fix squeaky / creaking steps?
  Expert Answered by Gettum Associates, Inc on Apr 22, 2010
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  Answer0
  RatingHeart pine flooring on a covered porch?
  Answered by JB B on Apr 13, 2010
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  Answer1
  RatingI would love a professional's opinion on cherry wood hardwood floors.
  Expert Answered by Superior Stone Inc. on Apr 4, 2010
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  RatingHow long after hardwood floors are finished to put down area rugs?
  Expert Answered by Superior Stone Inc. on Feb 22, 2010
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  Answer0
  RatingHow much of each width flooring is needed for 1000 sf of 3, 5, and 7 inch?
  Expert Answered by Superior Stone Inc. on Feb 20, 2010
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  Answer2
  RatingCan I install ceramic tile over vinyl composition tile if its on concrete?
  Expert Answered by Remodelings Solutions by Elings on Feb 11, 2010
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  RatingHow do I know if the tiles in my basement contain asbestos?
  Expert Answered by Remodelings Solutions by Elings on Jan 26, 2010
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  RatingTile "rugs" seem to be all the rage. Does adding a tile rug increase the cost of a job?
  Expert Answered by Factory Direct Floors, Inc. on Jan 13, 2010
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  RatingWhat is the best way to remove old linoleum flooring?
  Answered by Jason on Dec 30, 2009
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  Answers1
  RatingAcacia for flooring?
  Expert Answered by Superior Stone Inc. on Dec 25, 2009
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  Answers3
  RatingPorcelain tile vs. ceramic for a kitchen floor? Some say ceramic isn't durable enough for a floor. True? False?
  Expert Answered by D. S. Long Construction, Inc. on Dec 17, 2009
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  Answer3
  RatingIs Bamboo the most green flooring?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Dec 10, 2009
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  Answer0
  RatingWhat is the best way to get scrapes out of my hardwood floors?
  Expert Answered by Superior Stone Inc. on Dec 6, 2009
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  Answer0
  RatingHow do I decide between flush mount and drop in vents?
  Expert Answered by Superior Stone Inc. on Dec 6, 2009
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  RatingWhat are the pluses and minus of hardwood floors upstairs?
  Expert Answered by Universal Developing on Dec 2, 2009
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  RatingWhat is the Janka hardness rating? And, why do I care?
  Expert Answered by Timberlake Hardwood Floors on Nov 17, 2009
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  RatingHow high can the moisture level be before it isn't a good idea to install hardwood flooring ? Lowes won't install if the level is over 14.
  Expert Answered by Superior Stone Inc. on Nov 14, 2009
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  Answer1
  RatingWhat are quarter-sawn hardwood floors?
  Expert Answered by Superior Stone Inc. on Nov 14, 2009
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  Answers0
  RatingAre wide plank hardwood floors more expensive?
  Answered by Pam H on Nov 9, 2009
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  RatingWhat are some recommended brands of hardwood flooring?
  Expert Answered by Timberlake Hardwood Floors on Nov 4, 2009
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  Answer4
  RatingWhat are the pluses and minuses of bamboo floors?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Nov 2, 2009
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  RatingWhat are flooring alternatives for an uneven floor?
  Expert Answered by Timberlake Hardwood Floors on Oct 29, 2009
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  Answer1
  RatingAre certain species of hardwood floors better in different climates?
  Expert Answered by Gettum Associates, Inc on Oct 26, 2009
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  RatingShould we go with a nice berber carpeting or engineered hardwood floors?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Oct 23, 2009
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  RatingHow long should hardwood floors be acclimated before installation?
  Expert Answered by Superior Stone Inc. on Oct 18, 2009
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  Answer1
  RatingIf I get a stain on my hardwood floors do I have to replace them all?
  Expert Answered by Superior Stone Inc. on Oct 18, 2009
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  Answer1
  RatingDoes Santos Mahogany darken or lighten over time?
  Expert Answered by Superior Stone Inc. on Oct 18, 2009
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  Answer1
  RatingAre iron heat registers bad for my hardwood floor?
  Expert Answered by Superior Stone Inc. on Oct 15, 2009
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  Answers1
  RatingWhat does it mean if a carpet scores high in indoor air quality?
  Expert Answered by Spectrum Fine Homes, Inc. on Oct 15, 2009
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  Answer1
  RatingCan a house be retrofitted for radiant heating?
  Expert Answered by Timberlake Hardwood Floors on Oct 15, 2009
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  Answer1
  RatingHow can I stop my carpet from snagging and pulling up?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Oct 14, 2009
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  Answer1
  RatingCan I use my shark steam cleaner on my sealed hardwood floors?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Oct 14, 2009
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  RatingHow does Stainmaster carpet compare to higher end brands?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Oct 14, 2009
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  RatingDo Stainmaster Carpets really resist stains?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Oct 14, 2009
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  Answer2
  RatingWhat do CARB regulations have to do with engineered hardwood floors?
  Expert Answered by Timberlake Hardwood Floors on Oct 12, 2009
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  RatingBHK or QuickStep? Which is the better laminate floor brand?
  Expert Answered by Timberlake Hardwood Floors on Oct 12, 2009
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  Answer1
  RatingWhat is the best brand of wide plank flooring?
  Expert Answered by Timberlake Hardwood Floors on Oct 12, 2009
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  Answer2
  RatingHow expensive are Ipe hardwood floors?
  Expert Answered by Timberlake Hardwood Floors on Oct 12, 2009
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  RatingCarpet or hardwood in bedrooms. Which do buyers prefer?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Oct 12, 2009
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  RatingLight wood or dark wood floors?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Oct 12, 2009
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  RatingWhy should I use laminate flooring instead of hardwood?
  Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Oct 12, 2009
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  RatingShould hardwood floors be sanded down and refinished on a regular basis?
  Expert Answered by Timberlake Hardwood Floors on Oct 8, 2009
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  RatingHardwood floor installers: what hardwood floor species and manufacturer would you put in your home?
  Expert Answered by Superior Stone Inc. on Oct 4, 2009
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  RatingAnyone have experience with Lumber Liquidators?
  Answered by Shawnna Farmer - Farmers Floorin on Sep 28, 2009

Newest Highest Rated Unanswered

• Are there issues or problems with using reclaimed wood for flooring?
  Answered in Flooring on Aug 16, 2010
• How does the cost of reclaimed wood flooring compare to new wood floors?
  Answered in Flooring on Aug 16, 2010
• Does carpet go in before all door jams & trimwork?
  Answered in Flooring on Jul 16, 2010
• Nervous to clean my wood floors myself - any instructions?
  Answered in Flooring on Jul 14, 2010
• Which should i do first hang paneling or lay carpet
  Answered in Flooring on Jun 17, 2010
• What happens if hardwood flooring is not allowed to acclimate long enough?
  Answered in Flooring on May 27, 2010
• How do you fix squeaky / creaking steps?
  Answered in Flooring on Apr 22, 2010
• Heart pine flooring on a covered porch?
  Answered in Flooring on Apr 13, 2010
• I would love a professional's opinion on cherry wood hardwood floors.
  Answered in Flooring on Apr 4, 2010
• How long after hardwood floors are finished to put down area rugs?
  Answered in Flooring on Feb 22, 2010

Newest Highest Rated Unanswered

• Why should I use laminate flooring instead of hardwood?
  Answered in Flooring on Oct 12, 2009
• Hardwood floor installers: what hardwood floor species and manufacturer would you put in your home?
  Answered in Flooring on Oct 4, 2009
• What happens if hardwood flooring is not allowed to acclimate long enough?
  Answered in Flooring on May 27, 2010
• What are the pluses and minuses of bamboo floors?
  Answered in Flooring on Nov 2, 2009
• Are there issues or problems with using reclaimed wood for flooring?
  Answered in Flooring on Aug 16, 2010
• How does the cost of reclaimed wood flooring compare to new wood floors?
  Answered in Flooring on Aug 16, 2010
• Does carpet go in before all door jams & trimwork?
  Answered in Flooring on Jul 16, 2010
• Nervous to clean my wood floors myself - any instructions?
  Answered in Flooring on Jul 14, 2010
• Porcelain tile vs. ceramic for a kitchen floor? Some say ceramic isn't durable enough for a floor. True? False?
  Answered in Flooring on Dec 17, 2009
• Is Bamboo the most green flooring?
  Answered in Flooring on Dec 10, 2009

Newest Highest Rated Unanswered

• At the end of the day, are reclaimed wood floors less eco-friendly than new sustainable wood floors?
  Posted in Flooring on Aug 17, 2010
• Are electrically heated floors safe?
  Posted in Flooring on Aug 16, 2010
• Is linoleum back in as a chic flooring option?
  Posted in Flooring on Aug 13, 2010
• Is there a rule of thumb on how to mix random widths? Are 3 widths better than 2 and is 2 inch vs. 4 better than 3 inch vs. 4?
  Posted in Flooring on Aug 5, 2010
• mold seems to br growing in linolium floor that replaced a carpeted bathroom floor about a year ago, what can I do?
  Posted in Flooring on Jul 14, 2010
• What do pros think of Minwax Hardwood Floor Reviver? Is this okay to use on your hardwood floors?
  Posted in Flooring on Jun 28, 2010
• Can someone tell me about acacia wood?
  Posted in Flooring on Jun 10, 2010
• Why are many of the online hardwood flooring retails so much cheaper then local hardwood flooring dealers?
  Posted in Flooring on May 29, 2010
• If a floor wasn't allowed to acclimate properly and has gaps or buckles, what can be done to fix it?
  Posted in Flooring on May 27, 2010
• Any flooring pros have experience using Gecko floor coating?
  Posted in Flooring on May 26, 2010