Floor Repair

Learn how to maintain floor strength when you have to cut or drill joists for ducts, pipes, cables or other modifications. Following the rules…

Recoating a water-based acrylic floor finish with oil-based polyurethane is not usually a problem, so long as the old finish is properly buffed…

Carpeted stairs that squeak can be repaired from above in several easy steps—without destroying the ceiling below the steps.

Rent special carpet stretching tools and restretch loose or wrinkled carpet quickly and easily. We demonstrate the technique in four steps;…

We'll show you how to replace a damaged hardwood floorboard in just a couple hours using basic carpentry tools. This article covers removing…

Fix the crack in your concrete garage or basement floor yourself by following these step-by-step directions.

This article provides step-by-step instructions and pictures on how to make structural repairs by sistering floor joists alongside weak joists.…

That old basement floor with the crumbling vinyl tile may look hopeless, but with a little scraping and a few strips of crack isolation membrane…

Buy a slip-resistant additive for a stair paint to make steps less slippery. It's easy and inexpensive.

Save some money on your next carpet installation by removing the old carpet yourself. This article has some nifty tips that will save your back…

Carpet makes a finished basement warm and inviting, but unless you use the right kind of carpet pad odor caused by moisture rising through the…

Properly cleaned and maintained carpet will last twice as long. Learn the effective strategies for keeping your carpet looking new and fresh for…

Learn to identify the most common causes of floor sagging—and what to do about it. Learn the best tools and methods for lifting and…

Save a bundle by fixing common carpet and rug problems like burn spots, loose wall-to-wall carpet, and wet carpet using basic tools and…

Extend the life of old concrete by fixing broken, crumbling areas before the problem gets worse. A properly done repair will last decades.…

Don't replace a whole carpet because of one small stain. With a cookie cutter carpet patch you can cut out and replace the bad spot with an…

Water or oil-based polyurethane that's been sitting on a shelf and has skinned over can often still be used for natural finishes, as long as…

Candle wax accidentally dripped on a plush carpet may look like a hopeless mess, but with a cool head, a hot iron, and a few tricks of the…

A wet carpet in a flooded basement may be salvageable, depending on the water source, but you have to work fast before mold starts growing.…