Wood Flooring : A Complete Guide to Layout, Installation and Finishing

Mention hardwood floors and watch a homebuyer's eyes light up. What makes wood floors so desirable? Hardwood floors are unmatched for their beauty, durability, and ease of maintenance, so it's no surprise that the demand for hardwood has always been strong. In recent years that demand has been fueled by the availability of more types of wood, including exotic species such as Brazilian cherry, as well as engineered woods. This professional-level resource covers every aspect of installing residential wood flooring - from estimating and preparing the job site, through sanding and finishing, to repairs and maintenance. Hardwood floor expert Charles Peterson covers it all in this indispensable guide to the most popular flooring choice around.

 

 

 

Charles Peterson has been in the hardwood flooring business for 30 years. With a degree in engineering and a passion for hardwood, he is recognized nationally as a flooring expert. Peterson is a master craftsman and a certified National Hardwood
Floor Inspector, as well as a technical contributor to a number of national magazines, including Fine Homebuilding. Peterson is the owner of CP Hardwood Floors in Gales Ferry, Connecticut.