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Maximizing Your Kitchen Remodeling Budget and Timeline

Remodeling your kitchen can have a significant positive impact on a home’s value while increasing usability and enjoyment of the space...

I HAVE AN OPEN CONCEPT HOME: CAN I PUT DIFFERENT TYPES OF WOOD FLOORS IN THE SAME ROOM? - BY JASON C

For this month’s column, in addition to TLC Custom Design owner Thang Lam, we also reached out to local realtor Patti Fine of the Patti...

SHOULD I CHOOSE PRE-FINISHED (FACTORY FINISHED) OR SITE FINISHED HARDWOOD FLOORING - BY JANELLE R.

If you are looking to install solid hardwood flooring, the first question that often comes up is whether or not to install pre-finished...

HOW DO I GET RID OF OLD PET STAINS IN MY HARDWOOD FLOORS? - SUBMITTED BY TIM P.

At TLC Custom Design, we frequently handle hardwood flooring projects for owners who recently purchased a new home. One of the common...

WHICH IS BETTER? ENGINEERED HARDWOOD OR SOLID HARDWOOD FLOORING? - SUBMITTED BY CONNIE F.

Thanks, Connie, for the question. Both engineered hardwood and solid hardwood flooring are real wood flooring. Solid hardwood is...

IS WIDE PLANK FLOORING RIGHT FOR MY HOME? -SUBMITTED BY NEIL M.

Wide plank flooring is an in-demand flooring design element frequently requested in home remodels. In an average sized room, wide plank...

WHAT FINISH SHOULD I CHOOSE? OIL OR WATER-BASED? - SUBMITTED BY DIANE H.

Thanks, Diane, for the question! I use both in my business, here are the pros and cons of each to help you decide: Oil based...