Preparing Yourself and Your Home for New Hardwood Floors
Congratulations on deciding on new hardwood floors. But, before the wood flooring experts come over and start the installation process, there are a few things you need to take care of. To make your hardwood floor installation go smoothly, you need to prepare your home. Preparing your home Before the installation begins you need to […]
The Different Characteristics of Popular Wood Species for Flooring
Before you choose a type of wood for your floors you have to understand the differences in each type of wood. Although strength and durability are important factors, the overall look of your floors is what’s going to be most important. So, let’s look at some of the aesthetic characteristics of common types of hardwood. […]
Understanding the Grading System of Hardwood and Unfinished Wood for Flooring
When you’re looking for the right type of wood for your hardwood floors, there are several factors to consider. Every type of wood has different characteristics. The grading of the wood is one of those factors. Although there isn’t a universal grading system, and each manufacturer has its own system, the wood grading system will […]
Solving the Home Remodel Puzzle: What to Install First
There are a few times in a homeowner’s life when a remodel is necessary. When you’re just moving in, and you want the home to reflect your style. When you need a change. Or, when you’re thinking of selling and want to increase the value and sales appeal of your home. But no matter why […]
Preventing Splinters in Aging Hardwood Floors
Hardwood floors get more beautiful with age. The textures and colors begin to deepen and become warmer as time passes. But as much as we love it when patina sets in, there are a few things to look out for in older floors. You want to get the aging characteristics, but you don’t want the […]
Why We Still Love Tongue and Groove Flooring
One of the most popular hardwood flooring installation methods is the tongue and groove method. This method of installing hardwood floors has been used for centuries and is still one of the preferred methods for installing hardwood floors. So, what is tongue and groove flooring, and where did it come from? The Beginning of Hardwood […]
Staining Hardwood Floors to Accentuate the Natural Tones
When we put on makeup or new clothes, we choose colors, textures, shapes, and sizes that compliment us. The same is true for hardwood floors. When you have hardwood floors, there are things you can do to “dress up” your floors to accentuate their natural beauty. Choose a stain that will bring out the natural […]
Manipulating New Floors to Give an Antique Look
When you get new hardwood floors there is no limit to the style of floor you can get. New hardwood floors can be made to match your decorative style. Today we’re going to talk about how to manipulate your new hardwood floors to create an antique look to match your home. Ways to Manipulate Hardwood […]
Are You Considering Adding New Vents to Your Hardwood Floors?
Choosing Floor Vent Registers for Wood Floors Floor vent registers must be installed in homes that have an HVAC system. In such a system hot air or cold air is redirected into rooms to warm-up or refresh the area via floor vent registers, which are primarily metal plates with holes or openings in them to […]
Maintain the Visual Appeal of Hardwood Floors for Longer
Benefits of UV Oil Finish on Hardwood Floors Your hardwood floor needs a durable finish that maintains its beauty and natural comfort of wood. UV oil finishes give you that and more. They provide several benefits that attract discerning customers. When you are in search of something upscale and distinct, consider the advantages of UV […]