In this major revision to 2003Æs Black & Decker« The Complete Guide to Flooring, consumers now have the only truly comprehensive flooring book available. It contains information on all types of flooring surfaces, both indoors and outdoors, and covers every aspect of the process -- from design and planning to finishing and repair. New in this edition, and unique among all flooring books, Black & Decker« The Complete Guide to Floor Decor contains installation sequences for the most popular new flooring trends, including bamboo and cork. Also new is an inspirational chapter that reveals the secrets used by designers to make floors an essential element of home d¬cor.
Carpet, ceramic tile, vinyl, laminate, hardwood, and stone -- itÆs all here in one truly complete guide to floor decor.

Covers all new laminate flooring products

Complete instruction for radiant heating systems

Includes comprehensive refinishing and maintenance information

Includes decorative painting designs and concrete etching options