HARDWOOD FLOORING

CHOOSING THE HARDWOOD FLOOR THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU

After kids go back to school, homeowners finally have time to complete remodeling projects. This makes autumn a popular time for home improvements. In fact, since Covod-19 appeared and so many of us are working from home or homeschooling improvement activity is has peaked in 2020. Installing hardwood flooring is one of the most popular renovation projects. That make your home feel fresh and new. Homeowners desire hardwood floors for many reasons. They’re durable and can withstand the wear and tear of playful kids and pets. They retain a classic, natural look and feel, adding to a home’s elegance. Plus, hardwood floors are simple to clean and if you get tired of the finish you can always have them sanded and stained to look new. Since a floor is a key design element, it’s important to make sure the right one is selected based on its location and the homeowner’s lifestyle and personal preference. With the wide variety of flooring types, choosing the right floor for a space can be overwhelming. These key tips will help homeowners find and install the perfect flooring.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

Where the flooring will be installed is an important consideration to ensure the floor will retain its beauty for generations. If on or above ground level, there are a wide variety of options available, from solid hardwood to bamboo varieties. For below-groundlevel installations, such as basements, it’s important to choose a flooring type - such as engineered hardwood - that can withstand moisture.

SUIT YOUR LIFESTYLE

If the hardwood floor will be in a well-traveled part of a home, or serve as ground zero for active kids and pets, it’s best to choose a wood variety that is at least as hard as red oak, as this is the industry benchmark for comparing the relative hardness of wood species. Viewing how floors compare on this scale and considering lifestyle attributes will help determine the flooring that’s right for a room. In addition, there are other flooring varieties to consider such as cork, laminate and vinyl for those who want the most durable hardwood alternative.

COLOR YOUR HOME WITH STYLE

Various hardwood floor hues and finishes can complete the look of a room or set the foundation for a room’s design, so it’s important to base color and species on personal preference. To help find a color preference, online applications allow customers to mix and match flooring styles with room decor. Search the web to get your ideas then visit your local flooring companies. After finding the perfect floor, it’s time to install it. People can hire professionals or save money by doing it themselves. Check with the flooring store you choose to purchase materials from about the cost and time frame for installation, then you can decide if it’s a project for you or them!