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<title><![CDATA[Sanding a Wood Floor]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>If you have a wood floor that requires sanding and refinishing, you can do it yourself. Sanding a wood floor in preparation for finishing is time-consuming, but you can save a great deal of money sanding wood floors yourself.</p><p>Source: Crystal Ray<br />Published: Oct 06, 2006</p>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Slate Tile Flooring Dos and Don'ts]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Learn about some of the things to ensure and to avoid in the purchase, installation and care of slate tile flooring</p><p>Source: Rob Jones<br />Published: Aug 21, 2006</p>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Stamped Concrete Floors: Planning, Installation, and Maintenance]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>With stamped concrete floors, you can get the look of an expensive material while gaining the durability and affordability of concrete.  Read on for how to plan your pattern, mix the ideal concrete slump for your project, and maintain the surface.</p><p>Source: Wanda Leibowitz<br />Published: Jul 19, 2006</p>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[How to Install Cork Floors]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Cork flooring is an environmentally friendly, insulating, beautiful product that is great for any home.  Even better than that, you can install it yourself!</p><p>Source: A. Hermitt<br />Published: May 16, 2006</p>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[How to Maintain Hardwood Flooring]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Hardwood floors can add beauty to any home.  They can last for decades if they are cared for properly.  These simple tips will help keep your flooring strong and beautiful.</p><p>Source: Amy Mullen<br />Published: Mar 08, 2006</p>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Installing Laminate Flooring]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Most mistakes are discovered too late. These tips help stop them before they happen, saving time, work, and money.</p><p>Source: Patrick St. John<br />Published: Mar 06, 2006</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 06 Mar 2006 16:40:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Replacing Broken Ceramic Tiles]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The best way to repair ceramic floor or wall tiles is by first understanding what ceramic tile is, how ceramic tile adheres to a surface, what purpose grout has, and what can go wrong if you do not take your time with the repair.</p><p>Source: Robert Besser<br />Published: Mar 01, 2006</p>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Odors From Floor Drains: Tackle Them With Determination and the Right Tools]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Typically, people will attempt to solve the problem by pouring a variety of solvents down the drain as well as calling armies of plumbers and handymen for very expensive consultations.</p><p>Source: Robert Besser<br />Published: Feb 24, 2006</p>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[How Laminate Flooring Can Improve Your Home]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>To improve the looks of your home, install laminate flooring.</p><p>Source: Penny Harmon<br />Published: Feb 24, 2006</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 24 Feb 2006 12:23:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[How to Repair a Squeaky Floor]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Find out some of the common causes of a squeaky floor and how you can easily remedy the problem by reading this article today!</p><p>Source: Kassidy Emmerson<br />Published: Jan 20, 2006</p>]]></description>
<author><![CDATA[Kassidy Emmerson]]></author>
<pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 20 Jan 2006 12:20:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Carpet Stores in Lubbock, TX]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Are you thinking of replacing your carpet?  Lubbock, TX offers a variety of stores with huge selections and fair prices to choose from.</p><p>Source: Cristina Olvera<br />Published: Jan 11, 2006</p>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Redecorate With Linoleum]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Vinyl floor covering comes in great patterns that are suitable for bath, bedrooms and even kitchens but it doesn't necessarily have to go on the floor.</p><p>Source: Emma S.<br />Published: Jan 04, 2006</p>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[How to Refinish a Wood Floor]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Step by step guide to stripping and refinishing a wood floor with sealer and finish.</p><p>Source: Linda Miller<br />Published: Dec 08, 2005</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 08 Dec 2005 15:36:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Flooring Choice for the Do-It-Yourselfer]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>There are so many options today in home flooring. With new technology everyone has the possibility of being a do-it-yourself installation wizard</p><p>Source: Melissa Houghton<br />Published: Nov 17, 2005</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 17 Nov 2005 11:24:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Home Flooring Options & Installations]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Flooring throughout your home is reflection of your comfort & style, but each requires certain type of installation & cost.</p><p>Source: travels<br />Published: Nov 15, 2005</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 15 Nov 2005 19:08:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Step Lively with These Kitchen Flooring Trends]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>With all the attention lavished on kitchens these days, skimping on the floors just won't do. The bohemian mix-and-match runway trends also apply to the kitchen. Seek flooring that compliments other components of the room by contrasting.</p><p>Source: Candace Leigh Coulombe<br />Published: Oct 31, 2005</p>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Tips on Buying Carpet, Vinyl or Hardwood Flooring]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Well, after 20 years in and around the floor covering industry, I wanted to offer my observations and suggestions regarding different kinds of floor covering. I will break them down by type and quality.</p><p>Source: Don Spencer<br />Published: Oct 12, 2005</p>]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[How to Replace or Repair a Floor]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>But who has the money to pay a contractor a few hundred, possibly thousands, of dollars for repair work? Is there any need to take another mortgage on the house because the floor needs replaced?</p><p>Source: Daisy May<br />Published: Aug 28, 2005</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 28 Aug 2005 22:39:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Hardwood Floors: Making New Look Old]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>New ideas and approaches to hardwood floors, including using to stain to create faux inlays and distressing wood for instant aging.</p><p>Source: Dan Heaton<br />Published: May 19, 2005</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 19 May 2005 14:12:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Installing Your Own Ceramic Tile Floor]]></title>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Having new ceramic tile flooring installed can cost you about three times as much as doing the job yourself. Ceramic tile installation is an easy do it yourself project that can add beauty and value to your home.</p><p>Source: Christine Sostarich<br />Published: Mar 08, 2005</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 08 Mar 2005 13:59:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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