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Q: My dogs have heavily damaged the hardwood flooring in my 1956 house. Is there a way to refinish the floor so it’s impervious to dog urine? My handyman has suggested vinyl flooring, but I appreciate ...

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Gel stains sit on the wood surface rather than penetrating it ... Follow the stain manufacturer’s instructions and these general best practices for long-term maintenance.

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Use a clean microfibre cloth dipped in the soap solution to gently blot (not rub) the pumpkin stain. Work from the outside ...