From pet scratches to mold, sometimes hardwood can feel like it’s more work than it’s worth. Don’t throw the towel in on your beautiful hardwood floors just yet. Salvage their natural shine by ...

The best way to protect your hardwood floors is prevention. Mock recommends using area rugs and mats in high-traffic zones, ...

Q: Lately I’ve noticed some discoloration in my floors and a strong musty smell. Could these be signs of mold under my hardwood floors? If so, who should I call or what should I do to treat the mold?

Ralph asks: We have some beautiful oak flooring beneath the old carpet in our house, but there are a few stains. Is there a way to remove those without sanding the whole floor? Danny Lipford: ...

Q: The nonskid padding under the area rug in my family room has melted onto the hardwood flooring. I can scrape the material using a blunt plastic scraper, but there is still residue, and scraping is ...

Vinegar may remove mold from certain home surfaces including drywall and leather. Vinegar may break down finishes on some surfaces like wooden floors. Share on Pinterest Yaraslau Mikheyeu/Getty Images ...