Wood floors are the crowning glory of any home. They’re beautiful, shiny and rich in hue and character. As gorgeous as they are, though, wood floors can sometimes be a bit of a challenge to maintain.

Q: We are negotiating to buy a house with cedar siding. It has a fairly new paint job, but the paint is peeling badly. What’s the best way to remove the peeling paint? The siding appears to be in good ...

Of all the choices in home flooring, wood stands out for many as the most beautiful. Wood is durable, coordinates well with any decor and most real estate agents agree it improves the home's value at ...