Great perspective. When learning a new skill or craft, especially one that involves finish work, one principle I follow is to start with the most hidden areas

Great perspective. When learning a new skill or craft, especially one that involves finish work, one principle I follow is to start with the most hidden areas first. Oftentimes, people will jump into a task on the most obvious, most exciting and most frequently observed areas of a job first, learning and making their beginner's mistakes front and center. Then their workmanship becomes more expert by the time they get to the least frequently seen parts of a project. So try not to fall into that trap; In the case of flooring, you want your best work to be in your living spaces, not your closets. :)