Monthly Archives: November 2015

Is It Possible To Repair My Hardwood Floors?

Hardwood floors easily become damaged. Moisture, heat, shoes and pets quickly alter a floor’s surface. They cause scuff marks, scratches, buckling, and more. You may worry that your floors will never be the same after this damage occurs. It is actually possible to repair hardwood floors though. It just takes some time and maintenance.

Repairing a Buckled Floor

Buckled floors occur when water damage happens. Floods are a common culprit of this. The first step to repairing a buckled floor is to make sure all water gets removed from the area and the floor is dried completely. A moisture reading may prove necessary if the floor shows signs of buckling, yet no moisture is visible. You can then lay the board back in place. A board with minor signs of buckling should return to normal. A second option is to place a box on top of the board once it gets put back in. This can help flatten the board back to normal. Heavily damaged boards need replacing.

Removing Scratches and Scuffs

Scratches and scuffs fill many wood floors. Pets living in the home can scratch a floor easily with their nails. Shoes even scuff up floors, leaving unsightly black streaks. You can remove these marks with a few simple steps. Your first job is to wash the floor using a wood floor cleaner. This removes most scuff marks and spots. The floor then needs wax. The wax will keep the wood from getting marked so easily in the future. Using a steel wool pad to apply the wax can help buff out scratches.

Fixing Cupped Floorboards

Cupped floorboards also develop from excess water getting absorbed into the wood. Rather than the entire piece buckling, the board only rises at the ends. It has a cupped look with the middle of the board remaining in place and the ends raised. Fixing this cup happens when the water gets removed and the board can settle back down. The ends of the board should get sanded down, but only after it is dried completely.

You do not have to worry that your hardwoods floors will never look the same again. Most floors return to normal after a few simple fixes are applied. If a larger problem develops, the entire floor may need replacing instead. You just have to keep it better maintained in the future.

Rugs Find Their Place on the Wall

Via houzz.com

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There are many reasons to hang a rug on the wall — including the need for large art, preservation (rare rugs are for places where you do not dare to tread) and texture (there’s nothing two dimensional about a rug). Whatever the motivation, relocating a rug from floor to wall can add a lot to an interior.

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How to Use Area Rugs and Wool Carpets to Spice Up Your Home

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Adding an area rug or wool carpet to wood flooring can add flavor to your house and spur a personal touch, transforming it into a home. You should realize that you cannot simply place area rugs and wool carpets randomly. By learning some basic guidelines, you can discover how to completely change the atmosphere of where you live and do it in a way that makes sense and looks stylish.

Use Area Rugs and Wool Carpets Correctly

Check for size

The last thing you want to do when creating a space is to either make the room look too small or too big.  As a general rule, bigger is usually better. If you’re adding a rug underneath living room furniture, the rug should be large enough to be placed under the first leg of the couch and extend beyond the coffee table. For a dining room, match the shape of the rug to your table, and get a rug large enough to extend about 2-3 feet beyond the chairs.

Configure placement

Proper placement of pieces will ensure an inviting space for you and your guests. As a general rule, runners in hallways should not have any part of a piece of furniture touching them. A home office rug placed underneath a desk and completely covering the space, including the chair, will create a cozy work environment. Remember, an area rug should be the focal point of any room. Don’t be afraid to use two area rugs in larger rooms! This creates a complexity that will make the room stand out.

Choosing a style

It may be a challenge for you to identify what specific pattern or color area rug or wool carpet goes with the furniture, wall color or paper, and overall theme of the room that you already have set up. Take small steps to tie the room to the tone and get a feel for it.  If it is a classic feel, go for an elegant look.  You may even feel that sticking to solid-colored area rugs gives off more of a professional look while patterns with assorted colors provide a funky feel.

Remember to consider size when adding area rugs and wool carpets. Be meticulous in your choosing of the material, and take your time looking at the color schemes.  Area rugs and wool carpets, when utilized correctly, add flair and comfort to any room. Don’t think of them as a detail, they are the focal point!

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