When you think about hardwood flooring, what comes to mind? A high-gloss glaze with the appearance of sheer elegance? A lifespan that rivals any other material on the market? Or is it the durability that comes along with this amazing natural material? All of these are important, and we’re going to talk more about the characteristics of this floor covering.
Getting ready for hardwood floors is exciting, but also filled with a variety of options. To keep those from becoming overbearing or burdensome, we can help in breaking the process down into steps that will be sure to help you choose the perfect floors.
When you
visit our hardwood flooring store, you’re sure to find information that will help you choose the perfect hardwood flooring and services. For instance, we’ll get started by getting to know exactly what your lifestyle requires. Heavy traffic needs a harder species, like oak or cherry, for the best results and lifespan.
Once a species is chosen, you’ll go on to pick a stain color, a sealant type, and the perfect finish, some of which can even help to hide signs of wear and resist scratching and scuffing. All of these choices help to create a good, durable flooring that will last many years to come.
When you finally start to see those signs of aging, you can rest in knowing that refinishing your hardwood will bring it right back to life. You can even choose a new stain color and finish if you’d like something a little different, or to stay current with trends.
It’s very important to remember that solid hardwood flooring can never be installed below grade and must be acclimated to your home before the installation process. Your associate will speak with you about these issues in greater detail if necessary.