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…
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…
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…
It seems that spring is the popular season in which to install hardwood floors. This leads many people to assume you must wait until spring to install them. But this simply isn’t true. Hardwood floors can be installed all year round and different seasons have its benefits. If you feel like you want to install…
Concrete surfaces is one of the best bases to work on. With some simple steps, you can install a hardwood floor, however, professional installation ensures there are no mistakes, and the quality is on point. DIY projects risk quality and incur extra cost in additional materials. Mike’s Custom Flooring outline what is involved to help…
Solid hardwood floors are an excellent addition to any home. Hardwood floors look beautiful. They are easy to clean and they can last forever with the proper care and periodical maintenance. When solid hardwood floors look worn down, and full scratches they can be repaired. Mike’s Custom Flooring will explain the steps of caring for…
There are many types of finishes available for hardwood flooring. With so many to choose from, many homeowners are overwhelmed with options. One type of finish is the hardwax oil finish, which has its pros and cons like any other option. Today, we at Mike’s Custom Flooring would like to present the basics regarding hardwax…
Real hardwood floors are a beautiful feature to have in your home. They bring a unique beauty to your home that is different from other flooring options. As wood floors age homeowners often find themselves wondering if they should replace their hardwood floors or refinish them. Today Mike’s Custom Flooring will go through both options…
