Articles in the ‘Hardwood Flooring’ Category
The Benefits of Installing Hardwood Flooring and What You Should Know Before You Buy [3/3]
Prefinished versus Unfinished Hardwood Floors Hardwood flooring comes in two main finishes: prefinished and unfinished. Here’s what you need to know about each type: Prefinished Floors Prefinished floors are finished at the factory and come ready to install. They come in various colors and finishes, making it easy to find one that fits your home’s […]
The Benefits of Installing Hardwood Flooring and What You Should Know Before You Buy [2/3]
Types of Hardwood Flooring – Solid Wood Floors and Engineered Wood Floors As mentioned earlier, hardwood flooring comes in two main types: solid wood floors and engineered wood floors. Here’s what you need to know about each type: Solid Wood Floors Solid wood floors are made from a single piece of wood and are the […]
The Benefits of Installing Hardwood Flooring and What You Should Know Before You Buy [1/3]
As a homeowner or someone looking to renovate, you may be considering the different types of flooring available for your home. One option that stands out is hardwood flooring. Hardwood floors are a classic and timeless choice for any home, and they offer numerous benefits. However, before you make a decision, it’s essential to know […]
Hardwood Flooring Restoration [3/3]
Part III: Some final tips and tricks for Hardwood Flooring Restoration. Sealant Maintenance It’s recommended that hardwood floors be resealed every year for maximum protection. Sealants can be applied to hardwood floors to protect them from damage. It’s recommended that hardwood floors be resealed every year for maximum protection, but if you’re not comfortable doing […]
Hardwood Flooring Restoration [2/3]
Part II: Resurfacing & Sealants. Resurfacing: Removing The Top Layers The purpose of refinishing hardwood flooring is to bring new life to your floors. A good hardwood floor restoration will leave your floors often looking as good as new. The concept is simple; remove the top layer of the wood to reveal a fresh, new […]
Hardwood Flooring Restoration [1/3]
Part I: Introduction to Hardwood Flooring Restoration & Care (part 1 of 3.) Refinishing Hardwood Floors Hardwood floors are high quality, durable, and long-lasting. In order to get the most of them, they require maintenance. Follow along for helpful home-care tips. Preventative Maintenance The easiest way to maintain your hardwood floors is to do ‘preventative’ […]
Flooring 101: Intro to Hardwood Flooring
Hardwood flooring is one of the most popular floor coverings in the world. It’s a natural, renewable, and sustainable product that will last for generations. The main types of wood that are used to make hardwood flooring are oak, maple, hickory, ash, walnut and cherry. They all have different colors and textures which can be […]
Hardwood Floor Refinishing vs. Recoating
Once upon a time, back in the 1960s, practically every home in America was similar in one design aspect: wall-to-wall carpeting. Eek! As the years rolled by and a house full of thick carpet became a thing of the past, homeowner after homeowner would find themselves ripping up old carpet and unearthing the most prized […]
Hello, 1970! Who else remembers the wood paneling days of the ‘70s and ‘80s, passing the time over at Grandma’s house, lounging on shag carpet and napping on her floral, velour couch? Well, who would’ve guessed these once-cringey trends are making a comeback? This go-around, you can catch the wood paneling walls (once reminiscent of […]
For years in the design world we have collectively been falling in love with hardwood and any material that even mimics it (vinyl, tile, etc.). Hardwood lasts forever, is easy to maintain and never goes out of style. It instantly warms up a space and is perfect backdrop for layering textures like a colorful rug […]
