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A penthouse apartment with floor-to-ceiling windows and a panoramic view of a city sky- line likely won't prove a hard sell, nor will a home with an infinity pool overlooking a landscape of rolling hills. As awe-inspiring as such fea- tures can be, some more sub- tle components, such as au- thentic hardwood floors, also can do much to make a home more appealing to prospective buyers. Hardwood flooring is a sought-after commodity. Da- ta from the National Associa- tion of Realtors indicates that 54 percent of home buyers are willing to pay more for hard- wood floors. In fact, NAR fig- ures indicate that 28 percent of buyers between the ages of 35 and 54 consider hardwood floors "very important" when looking for a home. Homeown- ers who are considering sell- ing their homes, or those who simply want to upgrade their existing flooring, may want to consider installing hardwood flooring. Though it's a proj- ect best left to professionals, hardwood flooring can be in- stalled by skilled DIYers. In such instances, homeowners may want to keep these dos and don'ts in mind. DO hire a professional if you have limited or no DIY flooring experience. Hard- wood flooring installation is not generally a project for nov- ice DIYers. Hardwood floor- ing projects may present some common challenges, but no two homes are the same. So unless they have prior expe- rience installing floors in mul- tiple rooms or homes, home- owners may save themselves time, trouble and a significant amount of money hiring a pro- fessional to do the job. DON'T ignore the subfloor. New hardwoods won't erase the problem of subfloors in poor condition. According to the home renovation experts at BobVila.com, squeaky floors could be an indication that the subfloor has begun to warp or twist. Sinking floors are another indicator of dete- riorating subfloors. Subfloors should be somewhat level be- fore new hardwoods are in- stalled, so DIYers should in- spect and address subfloor issues before installing new flooring. DO expose wood flooring to the elements in your home prior to installation. The home improvement resource BuildDirect recommends ac- climating hardwoods to the space where they will be in- stalled. Skipping this import- ant step could result in gaps during the winter and cup- ping over the summer. To ac- climate hardwoods, open the boxes and spread them out for about a week while running the air conditioner or heater at normal levels. When stor- ing hardwoods prior to instal- lation, avoid keeping them in potentially moist areas like a basement. DON'T skimp on tools. A DIY hardwood flooring instal- lation might be less expensive than hiring a professional, but homeowners should resist any temptation to increase those savings further by purchasing less costly tools or fewer tools than is necessary to complete the job. BuildDirect notes that DIYers will need at least a mi- ter saw, table saw, cleat-nail- er or stapler, finish nailer, compressor, jamb saw, chalk line, nail set, and tape measur- er when installing hardwood floors. Purchase all neces- sary tools and read product reviews to ensure each tool is up to the task. Wood floors can be awe-in- spiring. Some homeowners can install such flooring on their own, and the project can be much easier if they learn as much about installation as possible prior to beginning the project. How technology can help you age in place (StatePoint) By 2030, al- most a quarter of the Ameri- can population will be over the age of 65, up from 16 % in 2020, creating a situation that's go- ing to drive greater demand and greater pressure on the care industry. In addition to a larger workforce and more fi- nancial resources, new tech- nologies also have the poten- tial to help solve the problems created by this seismic demo- graphic shift. According to experts, Ar- tificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are already among the key compo- nents of new technologies pro- viding improved quality of life for those who want to continue living independently at home. "While AI and ML have transformed other indus- tries, adaptation has been slow in the care industry, but we're working to change that," explains Chia-Lin Simmons, chief executive officer of Log- icMarkv, which manufactures personal emergency response systems (PERS), health com- munications devices and re- mote care and activity moni- toring technologies to create a Connected Care Platform, and recently incorporated two-way voice communica- tion technology into its medi- cal alert pendant. To help you live safely and comfortably in your home in the years to come, Simmons offers a few strategies for us- ing the newest technology to your advantage: • PERS, also known as Medical Emergency Re- sponse Systems, allow you to call for help in an emergency by pushing a button. Wear- able pendants – along with water-resistant wall-mounted devices and mobile solutions – can keep you protected in every room of your home by helping you instantly connect with loved ones and emergen- cy personnel. Those offered by LogicMark use AI and ML for pattern recognition and fall detection, for an added lay- er of security. To learn more, visit logicmark.com. • Automatic pill dispens- ers can help ensure you nev- er miss a dose or take too much medication. Depending on your needs, you may need to look for a solution offering both visual and audio notifica- tions, or one suited for those with limited dexterity. • Motion-sensing lighting can make nocturnal trips to the bathroom – common in one's golden years – much saf- er, helping to reduce the risk of dangerous trips and falls. Many lighting options plug di- rectly into outlets, while oth- ers are battery-operated and can be installed anywhere. Be sure to include these fix- tures in bedrooms, hallways and bathrooms.