In this major revision to 2003'sBlack & 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 Decorcontains 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 decor.Carpet, ceramic tile, vinyl, laminate, hardwood, and stone—it's 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