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Woodworking Maintenance

Our woodworking maintenance tips can help you keep your home cost efficient, safe & cozy.

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Which Wood Glue to Use When

Lots of DIY projects, both small- and large-scale, often call for the use of wood glue. But did you know that "wood glue" is an umbrella term, and there are multiple adherents to choose from?
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How to Patch a Chipped Wood Floor

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva fixes a chipped wood floor using a Dutchman and hand tools.
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How to Repair a Cracked Floor Joist

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair a cracked floor joist
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Fast Fixes for Floor Scratches

Between footwear, pets, and furniture, wood floors can take a beating. Minimize the signs of wear and tear with these easy repairs.
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TLC for Wood Furniture

Salvage your beloved wood furniture from wear and tear with these tips
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Norm Abram's Best Tricks of the Trade

Master carpenter Norm Abram shares his top how-to secrets for flawless DIY
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How to Protect Wood Floors

This Old House's top tips for keeping your floors looking like new
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How To Refinish Hardwood Floors

Our step-by-step guide can help you clean and refinish your hardwood floors without sanding down to the bare wood.
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How to Stop a Wood Door from Sticking

In this guide, we'll explore the causes of sticking wood doors and provide step-by-step solutions to help you better operate your doors.
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How to Give It a Shellacking

Spot repairs on woodwork are easy when the finish is shellac
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Protecting Floors From Chemical Stripper

A trick for keeping chemical strippers from damaging your floors