Following a few simple rules can keep your hardwood floors looking great with minimum maintenance:

• Place floor mats at entrances to trap dirt.
• Sweep floors weekly with brooms that have fine, exploded ends that trap dust and grit.
• Vacuum cleaners aren't just for carpets. Go over a hardwood floor weekly with multi-surface vacuums.
• Water and liquids can damage the floor's finish. Wipe up spills, pet accidents, and other mishaps as soon as possible.

 

 

What are the differences between solid, engineered and laminate flooring?

Laminate flooring is a "floating" floor which means it is not secured to the slab or subfloor. Also, laminates are not a "true" wood material. Laminates can be more durable, but since they "float," they produce a hollow sound when walked on.

Solid wood floors are exactly what they sound like. A solid wood plank is one piece of wood top to bottom.

Engineered wood planks are layers of wood pressed together with grains running in different directions making it more dimensionally stable than solid wood.

What areas are best to install hardwood?

Customers have chosen to install hardwood in all areas of their home. We do not advise installation in the bathroom or laundry room areas due to the potential for water damage.