When you have decided that you are going to replace your floors and you want to upgrade to a beautiful hardwood floor it is a good idea to know what you are getting yourself into. Hardwood floors are a great option for any home and can increase the look and the value. Hardwood floors come…
Wood floors are ideally installed in dining rooms and this is becoming a growing trend. Hardwood floors boost the elegance of ornate tables and chairs and becomes a part of the classy décor of the room, whether it features a hutch or a China cabinet. Wood floors enhance the dining rooms aesthetics. The floors need…
Engineered wood is composed of layers, called “plies”. Hardwood and plywood are bonded together through a heating and pressing process. The layer you see is a veneer of hardwood that is 1/16” to 1/8” thick. The layer under that is a core of plywood. Each added ply will lay perpendicular to the one above it…
Solid hardwood flooring varies in width. The wide planks measure 8 to 12 inches in width and were mostly used in homes built before the 1850s. Homes feel more rustic and homier when wide planks are installed. Houses built after 1850 had planks installed that ranged from 3 to 8 inches. The early 20th century…
Wood flooring can bring warmth and character into our homes. When it comes to installing wood flooring in your home, the type you use may have to depend on where you’re planning to use it, keeping wear and tear in mind. History of Wood Flooring The earliest American flooring was wood. It was usually old-growth…
Hardwood floors are beautiful and textured finishes have become more and more popular. What exactly are they? Brushed finishes are produced with a rotary wire brush that goes over the surface of the wood. This process removes grains and leaves the upper surface with a textured finish. When wooden floors are brushed it gives a…
If your ceramic tile is old, dingy or cracked, it may be time to think about replacing it. When you have decided to remove tile flooring, it isn’t an easy task; nor is a neat and tidy project. You should be fully prepared for the mess that is about to ensue. It can be a…
When you want solid hardwood floors, most contractors will say you can’t install hardwood floors over concrete. Hardwood floors are most often nailed down and therefore requires a wooden subfloor for nailing down the hardwood. While it is true that most hardwood floors are nailed down, it doesn’t mean it is impossible to have natural…
When you are looking at the right flooring for your home you have several options. One of the options that people are moving towards more and more often is a beautiful hardwood floor. Using hardwood flooring is a great way to add beauty and elegance to a space. It can also add a fun and…
Are you looking for a change in your flooring? If you have ceramic tile it may seem like an impossible task to remove it. It’s dusty and laborious work, you may find it a rewarding process! Taking your time to do the prep work will help tile removal easier and more effective: • move the…
