We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Wood filler is a small miracle-in-a-tub that should be in every DIYer's arsenal. It has many uses including filling scratches in your wooden ...

Q: My daughter and I bought an 1880ish Victorian and had the original hardwood floors in the kitchen refinished. We love the character of the dark marks the nails have created over time, as the floor ...

Anyone know if it’s OK to put wood filler between all the floor boards in a wood floor to close gaps? Various online sources say no, including Reader’s Digest. However, my floor guy who has ten years ...

Q. Some of the yellow pine floor boards in my third-floor condo (probably built around 1900) have large gaps between them that collect dust and cat hair. They are unsightly, and I think they may be ...

Wood-filling compounds are a boon to any woodworker, saving their hard work from the everyday dings, dents, cracks, and scratches that can drag down its final appearance. Adding a minor step to ensure ...

I installed some hardwood flooring several years ago in the foyer and now it has gaps between the pieces. I want to install it in the kitchen now. What should I do this time to avoid gaps? — Larry M.

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