Joseph Truini demonstrates how to floor with wood and laminate, lay a subfloor, cut flooring to size, set tile and stone, lay flooring on steps and around doors, and install finish materials.
If you want to learn how to install and maintain hardwood floors, then get HowExpert Guide to Hardwood Flooring. Here is what you will learn inside: • An instructional guide on how to install and maintain hardwood floors. • Includes instructions on how to remove an old floor as well as any existing baseboard. • Provides simple step by step instructions on how to check the quality of the subfloor the new flooring will be installed on. • Goes through descriptions and pros and cons of wood and wood-like products to help better determine which may be best for one’s situation. • Describes the process of getting a subfloor ready for installation of different products. • Tells you which tools and materials one will need to complete the installation process. • Goes through step by step process of installing different products from start to finish. • Goes through the process of sanding a raw wood floor to either put a natural coat on it or stain it another color. • Describes the differences as well as the different processes of oil-based and water-based finishes. • Goes through the different types of trim and transition needed to complete a floor. • Tells how to install different trim options and how to put on the finishing touches. • Describes how to maintain different products and whether said products will be repaired if necessary. Read HowExpert Guide to Hardwood Flooring today! About the Expert Marc Hagan has been involved in the hardwood flooring industry in California for over 20 years. His father has been sanding, staining, refinishing hardwood floors, and installing new ones since Marc was six years old. Marc and his two older brothers would go with their father and observe the hardwood flooring process. One of his older brothers started his own hardwood flooring business after five years of working in the industry. Shortly after, Marc came along to help his brother with his business. Marc has been working with his older brother at his hardwood flooring business for over five years now. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.
This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.
**Unlock the Secrets to Perfect Flooring with The Art of Flooring Installation** Are you ready to transform your living space into a masterpiece of style and functionality? Discover the ultimate guide to achieving professional-quality flooring with "The Art of Flooring Installation." Designed for both novices and seasoned professionals, this comprehensive eBook provides all the knowledge and techniques you need to succeed. **Dive into Expert Techniques Across Multiple Flooring Types** From the timeless elegance of hardwood to the modern convenience of vinyl plank and the classic beauty of tile, this guide covers it all. Each chapter delves deeply into specific installation methods, ensuring that you master the nuances of each flooring type. Learn the intricacies of laminate flooring layout, perfect your grout lines in tile installations, and achieve seamless transitions between different flooring materials. **Master the Essential Tools and Safety Practices** Equip yourself with the know-how to choose and maintain the right tools for any project. Discover vital information about personal protective equipment (PPE) and best practices for maintaining your tools, keeping safety a top priority while ensuring optimal performance. **Prepare Like a Pro** Creating the perfect floor starts with a solid foundation. This eBook provides detailed instructions on assessing and repairing subfloors, ensuring they're level and soundproof. Understand the importance of proper subfloor preparation to prevent future issues and prolong the life of your flooring. **Effortless Planning and Precision** Achieving perfection is all about attention to detail. Learn how to calculate material needs accurately, order and store materials effectively, and measure your space with precision. This guide will save you time and resources, making the entire process seamless and efficient. **Enhance Your Skills and Grow Your Business** Not only will this eBook refine your technical skills, but it also offers invaluable insights into the business side of flooring installation. From setting up your own business to mastering marketing strategies, you’ll learn how to attract clients and manage projects successfully. **Stay Ahead of Trends and Technology** Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in flooring and embrace sustainable, eco-friendly options. Discover the newest advancements in flooring technology and materials, enabling you to offer cutting-edge solutions to your clients. **Learn from Real-world Case Studies** Gain actionable insights from detailed case studies that showcase both residential and commercial flooring installations. Learn from real-world examples and understand the challenges and solutions applied in various complex scenarios. Unlock your potential and craft stunning floors that stand the test of time. Elevate your skills, grow your business, and become a trusted flooring expert with "The Art of Flooring Installation." Your journey to flooring excellence starts here.
Using crisp photos and drawings, Bollinger goes step by step through the process. You will learn how to estimate materials, select the right kind of wood, prepare the subfloor and achieve a blemish-free finish for an old or new floor. Bollinger also provides numerous tips and tricks, and sources of supply. The book is indexed for easy reference.
The complete guide to choosing and installing floors. Wall-to-wall carpet is no longer the only option for cost-conscious or do-it-yourself home decorators. The Flooring Handbook reveals the extensive variety of flooring options available today that can add function, beauty and comfort to any area of a home. Packed with practical information, The Flooring Handbook is a comprehensive reference that provides the latest in flooring materials and methods. This book describes the benefits of the basic flooring types in three broad categories: hard, semi-hard and soft, including: Hardwood Ceramic Tile Carpet Cork Linoleum (looking nothing like you remember it) Laminates Slate, stone and marble Leather, felt, rubber and steel Detailed step-by-step instructions and illustrations show how to lay different types of flooring under various circumstances. Color photographs of finished rooms demonstrate how various materials work to the best effect in a home. The Flooring Handbook is a comprehensive reference for designers, decorators and homeowners -- whether doing it themselves or hiring a professional.
How To Install Laminate Flooring is a no-nonsense and fun-packed installation guide for everyone, at any level! This guide could save you thousands on expensive install costs by empowering you to do it yourself.Packed full of cool tips-and-tricks to make you a laminate flooring wizard by the end of the guide. It uses real installation pictures as well as computer generated step-by-step images to guide you all the way from the start of the install, right to the end.If that is not enough? Check out the awesome "Cool Design Ideas" section to apply a few techniques that will turn the heads of your visitors when they see your floor! And for the math haters among you. The "Math Haters Unite" section will blow your mind on how easy it can be to plan a room layout.Some extra topics also covered in this guide are... Product Selection - A buyers guide. How to clean laminate floors. How to cut laminate flooring. Laminate floor repair - Dr Laminate. The tools required for the job. And much, much more!If you are in need of a complete laminate installation lesson, without all the boring fillers! Then hit the 'Buy Now' button to begin your journey today!
Down and dirty – a complete step-by-step guide to making, installing and living with beautiful, all-natural earthen floors For most of human history, people have lived in durable, comfortable buildings made from natural materials such as soil, sand, rocks and fiber. All over the globe, these ancient traditions persist; a quarter to a third of the world's population today lives in houses built partially or entirely of earth. Conventional Western building techniques using industrial materials may save time and create efficiencies, but these perceived savings come at considerable financial and environmental cost. As well as boasting a unique and beautiful aesthetic, natural building techniques are accessible, affordable and nontoxic. Earthen Floors: A Modern Approach to an Ancient Practice is the first comprehensive, fully illustrated manual covering the history, use and maintenance of this attractive, practical flooring option. This detailed, fully-illustrated guide explains every part of the process, including: Sourcing and harvesting materials Preparing the subfloor Pouring, finishing and sealing the floor Living with and maintaining your earthen floor. Because information on creating quality earthen floors was not previously widely available, there have been some negative experiences. Drawing on the combined knowledge of the most qualified earthen floor practitioners, as well their own substantial experience, the authors deliver the definitive resource for this exciting technique, perfect for everyone from the novice to veteran builder.