A squeaky, creaky floor is an annoying nuisance that can drive you crazy. The causes are typically either structural — like a loose floorboard or two floorboards rubbing together — or environmental — ...

I love hardwood floors, but do you know what I don't love? Annoying squeaks. The squeaks in hardwood floors are usually caused by loose boards or gaps over the floor joists, which can worsen over time ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Q • I live in a home that is about 12 years old. Recently, I've noticed that my floors are squeaking in several areas. Is there ...

Q: The floor in my kitchen squeaks in an area approximately 2 feet by 4 feet. The subfloor appears to be separated from the floor joist, causing the sounds. I have used many shims, but that has not ...

That familiar floor squeak doesn't always mean expensive repairs. The explanation is often hidden below the surface and ...

Floating floors are those that aren't fixed to either a subfloor or floor joists. While linoleum and cork can be installed as floating floors, most floors of this type are either laminate or vinyl ...

Hardwood floors are coveted features in many homes. The National Wood Flooring Association says wood floors are the most environmentally friendly flooring options available. In the United States, the ...

When evaluating the pros and cons of hardwood flooring, you might find that the positive far outweighs the negative. The flooring is hypoallergenic, long-lasting, and has a timeless look. Despite all ...

CAMERON, N.C. (WTVD) -- When Callie Taylor walked in her Cameron home, she heard squeaks, pops, and creaks. "We have a newborn, and every time we walk in our bedroom, we have to find the spots that ...

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