So many homeowners love the look and durability of hardwood floors. They are easily cared for and with proper maintenance, wood floors can last decades making hardwood floors a worthwhile investment for your home. However, there are some rooms in a home where hardwood floors should never be used. Mikes Custom Flooring would like to…
There are countless options when it comes to choosing the right flooring for your home. From the variations of carpets or polished concrete, to natural and manmade tile and grout and of course the assortment of hardwood flooring. With so many options, it often leaves people scratching their heads when they decide on the most…
When hardwood floors are refinished they are first stripped of the stain and then the wood is sanded to repair any divots or scratches. Finally the wood floor is re-stained and sealed. When you make the decision to refinish your floor you will need to decide either to keep the current color of the wood…
Hardwood floors are an excellent investment to any home and with the proper care and proper maintenance they can last decades. Like any material, wood is prone to different kinds of wear and damages that may require periodical repairs. Mikes Custom Flooring would like to share the common repairs that are done on hardwood floors…
Hardwood floors are considered an upgrade. They are elegant and beautiful and can be incorporated into any home. However, they are also susceptible to damage, especially if they are not properly maintained. Most people are concerned with water damage; as they should be, but homes that have their fireplace featured in rooms with wooden floors,…
After the holidays come to a close, people take out the dead Christmas tree and get the home back in day-to-day order. As they set out to do their work, the hardwood floors start to show some damage or other such blemishes. With that in mind, we at Mike’s Custom Flooring would like to share…
Watch any home improvement show and you’ll likely find that they are installing hardwood floors. Reclaimed hardwood flooring has become very popular. Very popular with people who are interested in an ecofriendly flooring option because reusing old wood and reclaimed hardwoods is a sustainable option but there are other reasons it’s a plus. Benefits to…
Those who want wood flooring in their home are faced with two options. One is to use solid pieces of wood which add a natural and authentic look and feel to your floors. The second option is to use engineered wood. The biggest question is what is the major difference of the two wood types…
It is traditional for many people to get a freshly cut Christmas tree for their home. Since hardwood floor is a fairly common upgrade, a good portion of folks will stand their tree and get it ready for display on the hardwood floor surface. Unfortunately, hardwood floors have many foes, and a freshly cut Christmas…
When deciding to replace carpeting or other forms of flooring options with hardwood floors, the possibilities are exciting. With the different types of wood floors, size, finishes, and other diverse selections, wood flooring can truly have a custom edge to it and can be incorporated easily with any interior design. Wood floors can drastically change…
