Distressed Wood
Before Learning How To Install Wood Flooring
Installing wood flooring not only increases the value of your home, but it also adds to the beauty and warmth of any home. Contrary to a slate or stone flooring, wood flooring creates a warm and inviting feeling to your home. There are a variety of choices available in hard woods and other types. The wood you choose should depend on your décor and personal preference. Wood flooring is appropriate for almost every room, excluding the kitchen and bathroom due to the moisture in these rooms. Learn how to install wood flooring from a professional if you prefer to install it yourself. It is important to install it correctly to ensure it is long lasting. Otherwise, it would be best to hire a professional skilled in flooring.
Hardwood is one of the most popular choices in wood flooring and there are several types of hardwoods from which to choose. Oak, cherry, hickory, maple and walnut are some of the more common hardwoods installed, and are all able to be stained to a variety of different shades and tones. However, some hardwoods such as walnut and cherry have such a beautiful, rich tone in their natural state that you might consider leaving them in their natural color rather than staining the wood.
Once you have chosen the type of wood to install, you must consider your finishing options. Pre-finished wood is already stained and protected with a clear coating and is a good option when time is limited. It is generally more expensive, but as mentioned, it can save a significant amount of time. Another option is to finish the wood after the floor is installed. You must sand, stain and urethane the floor and the floor must be sanded after each coat. The more coats of urethane applied, the better protected the surface will be. This finishing method takes several days to complete, as suspected since the floors must dry between coats. You can also choose a distressed or reclaimed flooring finish. The floors do not have a smooth texture, but they are beautiful and have a unique finish. A benefit is that this flooring will hide scratches much better than urethane floors.
Besides hardwood flooring, you can also choose laminate flooring which resemble hardwood but are less expensive. A good quality laminate often resembles hardwood so closely that it is difficult to tell that it is not real hardwood. Armstrong flooring, for example, make quality laminates.
Regardless of the type of wood flooring you install, the care is the same. Proper care will ensure your flooring lasts. Be sure to sweep or vacuum the floor regularly. Dirt will wear away the surface and leave scratches on the floor, which are easily noticeable on the urethane floors. It is a good idea to use mats at the door entrances. Also, use a dry mop when mopping is needed. Too much water can damage the floor, such as warping to the surface, molding or damage to the backing due to water trapped under the floor.
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Steel Brushes For Distressing Wood
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5″ Distressed Espresso Birch Hardwood Floor Sample – Dark Wood Flooring $0.99 |
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5″x9/16″ Distressed Maple Cherry Spice Hardwood Flooring/Floors/Floor $3.09/sf $3.09 |
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12MM Distressed Oak High Gloss Beveled Edge AC3 HDF Piano Laminate Wood Flooring $1.89 |
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5″x3/4″ Distressed Oak Butterscotch Hardwood Flooring/Floors/Floor $3.99/sf $3.99 |
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5″x9/16″ Distressed Oak English Leather Hardwood Flooring/Floor $3.09/sf $3.09 |
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White Wood Mantle Vintage Antique Fireplace Distressed $175.00 |
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12MM Chocolate Distressed Stained Bleed Beveled Edge AC3 Laminate Wood Flooring $1.79 |
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12MM Maple Distressed Stained Bleed Beveled Edge AC3 Laminate Wood Flooring $1.79 |
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12MM Hickory Distressed Stained Bleed Beveled Edge AC3 Laminate Wood Flooring $1.79 |
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12MM Ancient Distressed Stained Bleed Beveled Edge AC3 Laminate Wood Flooring $1.79 |
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Prefinished Antique Reclaimed Oak Flooring – Distressed Grade $12.95 |
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12MM Maple Distressed Stained Bleed Beveled Edge AC3 Laminate Wood Flooring $1.79 |
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12MM Ancient Distressed Stained Bleed Beveled Edge AC3 Laminate Wood Flooring $1.79 |
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12MM Hickory Distressed Stained Bleed Beveled Edge AC3 Laminate Wood Flooring $1.79 |
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12MM Chocolate Distressed Stained Bleed Beveled Edge AC3 Laminate Wood Flooring $1.79 |
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Wood Corner Curio Room/ Kitchen Cabinet Distressed White finish New $19.85 |
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5″x9/16″ Distressed Engineered Oak Honey Hardwood Flooring/Floor $3.09/sf $3.09 |
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Unique Cabinetry Display w/ Distressed Look by Wood-Mode Fine Kitchen Cabinets $399.00 |
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Closeout Distressed Maple Hardwood Flooring/Floors/Floor $2.39/sf $1,768.60 |
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Capella Collection Piano Finish Distressed Oak $2.69 |
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5″ Distressed Oak Hardwood Flooring/Floors/Floor $3.99 $3.99 |
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5″x9/16″ Distressed Maple Hardwood Flooring Champagne $3.09 |
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5″x9/16″ Distressed Maple Hardwood Flooring/Floor CS $3.09 |
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5″x9/16″ Distressed Maple Hardwood Flooring/Floor Merlo $3.09 |
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5″x9/16″ Distressed Maple Hardwood Flooring/Floor Mocha $3.09 |
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5″x9/16″ Distressed Oak Hardwood EL Flooring/Floor 3.09 $3.09 |
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5″x9/16″ Distressed Oak Hardwood Flooring/Floor Honey $3.09 |
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Prefinished wide plank heart pine dirty top, weathered distressed flooring $4.89 |
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12MM Distressed Oak High Gloss Beveled Edge AC3 HDF Piano Laminate Wood Flooring $1.89 |
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5″x9/16″ Distressed Engineered Maple Hardwood Flooring/Floor Champagne $3.09/sf $3.09 |
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Handscraped Wood Floor Maple Distressed Flooring Sample $0.99 |
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Distressed Hardwood Exotic Wood Acacia Floors Sample $0.99 |
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Distressed Hardwood Exotic Wood Acacia Floors Sample $0.99 |
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Distressed Hardwood Exotic Wood Acacia Floors Sample $0.99 |
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Acacia Distressed Hardwood Exotic Wood Floors Sample $0.99 |
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Handscraped Wood Floor Maple Distressed Flooring Sample $0.99 |
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Handscraped Wood Floor Maple Distressed Flooring Sample $0.99 |
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Distressed Hardwood Exotic Wood Acacia Floors Sample $0.99 |
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Acacia Distressed Hardwood Exotic Wood Floors Sample $0.99 |
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Rustic Mahogany Wood Door- PREHUNG — FINISHED / DISTRESS — Ready For Install $499.00 |
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New 9/16″ X 5″ Engineered Hand Scraped Distressed Hardwood Flooring Wood Floor $0.99 |
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5″ Distressed Cinnamon Birch Hardwood Flooring Wood Floor $3.19 |
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5″ Distressed Espresso Birch Hardwood Flooring Wood Floor $3.19 |
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6″ Handscraped & Distressed Canyon – UV-Oiled White Oak Hardwood Flooring Wood $5.79 |
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5″ Distressed Cinnamon Birch Hardwood Flooring Wood Floor $3.19 |
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5″ Distressed Espresso Birch Hardwood Flooring Wood Floor $3.19 |
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6″ Handscraped & Distressed Canyon – UV-Oiled White Oak Hardwood Flooring Wood $5.79 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Distressed Embossed Hampton Oak Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Distressed Embossed Royal Oak Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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12mm Distressed Hand Scraped Gray Teak Laminate Floor/Flooring Real Wood Look $1.59 |
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Kingsmill Canyon Maple Distressed Hardwood Flooring $3.89 |
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Kingsmill Cortez Burma Teak Distressed Hardwood Flooring $3.99 |
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Engineered Distressed Hand Scraped Birch Colombian Hardwood Floor/Flooring $3.09 |
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Engineered Distressed Hand Scraped Hickory Irish Coffee Hardwood Floor/Flooring $3.59 |
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Engineered Distressed Hand Scraped Birch Latte Hardwood Floor/Flooring $2.79 |
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Engineered Distress Hand Scraped Birch Mocha Hardwood Floor/Flooring $2.79 |
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Engineered Distress Hand Scraped Hard Maple Sunrise Hardwood Floor/Flooring $3.69 |
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Engineered Distressed Hand Scraped Birch Chocolate Hardwood Floor/Flooring $3.09 |
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Engineered Distressed Hand Scraped Hickory Caramel Hardwood Floor/Flooring $3.59 |
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Engineered Distress Hand Scraped Birch Expresso Hardwood Floor/Flooring $2.79 |
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Engineered Distressed Hand Scraped Birch Coffee Bean Hardwood Floor/Flooring $2.79 |
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Engineered Distress Hand Scraped Hard Maple Vintage Hardwood Floor/Flooring $3.69 |
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Engineered Distress Hand Scraped Hard Maple Spring Hardwood Floor/Flooring $3.69 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Distressed Embossed Newport Oak Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Distressed Cypress lumber wood boards “beams” 16′ long 8 X 6 1/2″ $400.00 |
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Discount Hardwood Flooring Sale 5″ Distressed Cinnamon Birch $2.99 |
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Discount Hardwood Flooring Sale 5″ Distressed Espresso Birch $2.99 |
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Discount Hardwood Flooring Sale 6″ Handscraped & Distressed Canyon – UV-Oiled $5.59 |
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Discount Hardwood Flooring Sale 6″ Handscraped & Distressed Canyon – UV-Oiled $5.59 |
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Discount Hardwood Flooring Sale 5″ Distressed Cinnamon Birch $2.99 |
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Discount Hardwood Flooring Sale 5″ Distressed Espresso Birch $2.99 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Distressed Ancient Cherry Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Distressed Ancient Mahogany Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Distressed Antique Walnut Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Distressed Pear Pine Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Distressed Rustic Walnut Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Distressed Embossed Cambridge Oak Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Distressed Embossed Chelsea Oak Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Distressed Embossed Birch Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Deep Distressed Oak Canyon Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Deep Distressed Oak Chestnut Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Deep Distressed Oak Grizzly Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Deep Distressed Oak Harvest Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Deep Distressed Oak Sierra Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Weathered and Distressed Black Oak Lumber 2″ Thick $2.00 |
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Elegance Soft Distressed Engineered Maple 4 3/4 $4.99 |
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4-3/4″ Hickory Mocha Distressed Engineered Hardwood Flooring 1/2″ by ARK $4.73 |
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HAND DISTRESSED WHITE WOOD ANTIQUED FINISHED CABINET $107.00 |
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$3.99/sf ACACIA HARDWOOD FLOORING Distressed Exotic Wood Floors Cabernet Walnut $112.92 |
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Prefinished Distressed Wide Plank Pine Flooring, floors $3.99 |
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Craftmade B554PD-CH9 Distressed Cherry Wood 54″ Premier Blades $67.00 |
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Proxima Collection 12MM Distressed Ebony Oak Laminate Flooring $2.47 |
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Engineered Distressed Hand Scraped 7 Ply Birch Toast Wheat Hardwood Flooring $3.50 |
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Powell Black with Merlot Rub through Wine Cabinet $223.00 This Wine Cabinet is the perfect piece for a wine enthusiast. Crafted with Black with ‘Merlot’ rub through finish, this cabinet can properly store 16 bottles of wine. A single drawer is the perfect place to store wine tools and amenities. Removable tray top allows you to carry drinks and snacks to other areas of your home Single drawer with pull 16-bottle capacity Black finish Some assembly … |
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Target Marketing Systems Quebec 3pc Dining Set $198.99 70019BLK Features: -Soft vinyl foam microfiber upholstery.-Contemporary style.-Soft seat and back. Includes: -Three piece dining set includes one dining table and two dining chairs. Construction: -Rubberwood and MDF construction. Color/Finish: -Black finish. Assembly Instructions: -Assembly required. Dimensions: -Table dimensions: 29” H x 29” W x 29” D.-Chair dimensions: 35.8” H x 18.5” W x … |
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TMS Ladder back Chair, Oak, Set of 2 $129.99 37317OAK Coordinating Components Sold Separately Features: -Set of one pedestal table and six ladder-back style chairs with rush seats.-Country style.-Single pedestal leg.-Can seat up to 8 people. Construction: -Rubber wood and rush seating construction. Color/Finish: -Oak finish. Assembly Instructions: -Assembly required. Dimensions: -Table dimensions: 30” H x 37.25” – 59.25” W x 37.25” D.-C… |
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Rust-Oleum 210849 Hammered Metal Finish Spray, Copper, 12-Ounce $5.13 Rust-Oleum 210849 Hammered Spray, Copper Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Hammered hides flaws and imperfections found in scratched, rusted or pitted metals. Apply directly over rust. Works on wheelbarrows, lighting fixtures, wheel rims and other metals as well as wood, concrete and masonry. Rust-Oleum 210849 Hammered Spray, Copper Features: Indoor/Outdoor Gloss Durable, corrosion-resistant A distinctive ham… |
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Rust-Oleum 202867 Distressed Quart And Half Pint Kit, Distressed Ivory $19.60 Rust-Oleum 202867 Distressed Kits, Distressed Ivory Rust-Oleum American Accents Distressed Kit creates a casual distressed finish in two easy steps. Apply to wood, metal, plaster, masonry or unglazed ceramic. All-inclusive kit contains base coat, top coat, sanding pad, brush, gloves and a decorating idea book. Rust-Oleum 202867 Distressed Kits, Distressed Ivory Features: Fast-drying Cleans with so… |
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58 Artemis Maple Finish Ceiling Fan $549.95 From Minka, this Artemis ceiling fan has a maple finish with matching, contoured aerodynamic vanes with an infinite variable pitch. The 188 x 25mm motor has a lifetime warranty. Includes 3 1/2″ and 6″ downrods and a full-function wall mount touch-control system. (UM)… |
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Black Diamond Wood and Laminate Floor Cleaner with PS3, 32 oz. $6.96 Easily cleans both real wood floors and laminate floors without leaving behind streaks or dulling residue. The formula includes our revolutionary additive, PS3 (triple-action poly shield). It provides a streak-free shine and prevents soil from attaching to a surface. It’s a safe alternative to damaging floor cleaners that may remove the finish and dry out the wood over time. All you need to do is… |
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Black Diamond Wood & Laminate Floor Cleaner: For Hardwood, Real, Natural & Engineered Flooring – Biodegradable, Safe for Cleaning All Floors- Gallon $21.98 Easily cleans both real wood floors and laminate floors without leaving behind streaks or dulling residue. The formula includes our revolutionary additive, PS3 (triple-action poly shield). It provides a streak- free shine and prevents soil from attaching to a surface. It’s a safe alternative to damaging floor cleaners that may remove the finish and dry out the wood over time. All you need to do i… |
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4 Door Wood Credenza – Stein World 75783 $839.99 The 4 Door Credenza from Stein World is gerat for the entry hallway. The doors have cutout designs to add the style of the credenza. The credenza has a medium brown finish to it. It is usually in stock and ships to you at no additional charge.Dimensions:Credenza (Stein World Model 75783) 15 L x 62 W x 35 H… |
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Authentic Models Campaign Lap Desk in French Finish $124.95 French finish distressed, bronze hinges, secret hiding spots, special place for inkwells, styluses and lots of papers. Accessories include two belle epoque styluses and bottle of black ink. Classic campaign accessory…. |
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