A few years later, Sullivan narrowed his focus to wood flooring. It was also about that time he stopped selling it in the yard of a trucking firm and opened a store. Today there are stores in 42 ...

Nail It To The Wall. Problem: You’ve got your floor laid and your 5/16-inch gaps looks good. You get out the shoe molding, put it up flush with the walls, and then nail the molding to the flooring.

Genuine hardwood floors that are also budget-friendly? It seems unheard of, but there are a few wood types that can help you get the classic look for less.