Have you recently moved into a historical home with ornate features and intricate designs? While some of these features may heighten the home’s architectural value, if they have not been properly preserved, they can be a burden to reinvigorate.
It is ubiquitous for people to move into homes with old hardwood floors, only to be faced with the decision to either rip the floors out or revamp the ones currently in place. When it comes down to it, it depends on the quality and personal preference.
If the flooring is heavily marked up with lots of scratches, or there are signs of rotting and decay, it may be in your favor to have them replaced. On the other hand, if they are unique and somewhat intact, refinishing can be the best option.
To refinish or not to refinish? That is the question.
Refinishing
Refinishing old hardwood floors is the best course of action if they still have some of their unique beauty intact. It is also recommended to refinish if the wood has architectural value. Some woods like mahogany, Brazilian cherry, or eucalyptus often have attractive characteristics that can be heart-wrenching to tear out.
When you work with a hardwood floors specialist, you can preserve these valuable, architectural features and heighten your home’s overall value.
Replacing
One of the primary reasons people replace old hardwood floors is because of a poor outdated design like Parquet, or narrow boards, however replacing is also the best course of action if they are rotting or decaying. You don’t want to spend money trying to refinish old hardwood floors with no hope of surviving.
By replacing hardwood floors entirely, you can ensure that you are going to get a modern and fresh look, without having to worry about whether or not it will hold up. As there are many options to choose from, you will have the opportunity to customize your design fully.
At T & G Flooring, we are committed to your happiness. If you have questions about replacing or refinishing, give us a call, and we can provide an expert recommendation.