Care
How to Care for a Hardwood Floor
The short version: sweep often, damp mop rarely, and never let water sit.
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Climate
Chicago Winters and Your Wood Floors
Why boards tighten in August and open up in February, and what to do about it.
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Materials
Matte, Satin, or Hand Rubbed Oil
Three finishes, three very different floors. How to pick the one that fits your rooms.
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Design
Herringbone and Chevron
Two classic patterns that look similar in a photograph and completely different underfoot.
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