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…
Hardwood floors in their variety require diligent care and maintenance. Considered an upgrade, wood flooring is a sophisticated feature that brings class with any interior design. Unfortunately, there are quite a few things that people do or neglect to do that ruins the aesthetics of the wood flooring as well as damaging it all together.…
Hardwood is affected by moisture which can result in cupping, buckling or even crowning. Crowning is when the center of the broad bows upwards. When crowning occurs in your hardwood floor it can often be repaired and extend the life of the wood. However, if continually exposed to water, it will require the wood floor…
Minor damage to hardwood floors can be easily repaired, especially by a professional. There are some common problems that inflict hardwood floors and the most optimal solutions to rectify the situation. With that in mind, we at Mike’s Custom Flooring would like to relate some of these repairs that are common among hardwood floors. Hardwood…
There are different types of hardwood floor installation methods that are used to install the various types of wood flooring. Each method of installation has its own benefits and uses. To better understand what kind of wood flooring you wish to install and its installation method, Mikes Custom Flooring will share the different methods used…
