Too much or too little moisture can severely affect your wooden floor. With too much moisture the wood will warp, and too little moisture will dry out the wood and cause it to fracture. Read on to learn more about the complex relationship between wood flooring and moisture. How Moisture Affects Wood Flooring Hardwood floorboards can...
Factory-Finished vs Unfinished Wood Floors – Which way to go Customers often ask which is better factory-finished vs unfinished wood floors. And we tell that they both have their advantages and disadvantages! In our view, there is no comparison to the warmth and depths of unfinished hardwood that has been sanded and finished on-site. On-site...
Today we’re going to talk about how to choose a hardwood floor. It’s one of the most important decisions that you’ll make in your interior. It’s easier to change out furniture and lamps, but a hardwood floor is a really permanent fixture. So where do you start? First, you need to decide the look that...
The Benefits of Hardwood Floors Hardwood flooring is made from native and exotic trees that are ideal for use as hardwood flooring, and are both decorative or functional. Wood is an extremely popular option for flooring due to its durability, easy maintenance, and appearance. While some people may still prefer to use carpet or a...
You already know that hardwood flooring – apart from being gorgeous – is a good investment that will pay dividends for many years to come. And you also know that even the best cared for floors will show signs of wear and tear over time. That is to be expected no matter how careful you...
Hardwood floors are a beautiful addition to any home, but like most things in life, hardwood floors need to be maintained and refinished periodically to restore them to their former glory. This article will give you an idea of what you can expect when you have hardwood floors installed in your home. When hardwood floors...
There are a lot of decisions that will need to be made when considering new flooring for your home. If you have narrowed down to hardwood vs laminates, tile, or carpeting the next logical decision will be to choose prefinished vs on-site finished hardwood flooring. Solid hardwood floor has many benefits and a timeless beauty...
Of all the flooring options available, we think that hardwood floors are the most beautiful and best flooring option in your home. But then we may be a little biased, and here is why we think so. In addition to their natural beauty, hardwood flooring can last for a lifetime – close to 100 years...
Napa and the entire Napa and Sonoma Valley have many beautiful homes with hardwood floors that are treasured by the homeowners. But even the best cared for hardwood floors over time lose their luster. Water stains, scratches, dullness, and areas worn bare by foot traffic are signs that it’s time to look for a local...
The thing about hardwood floors is that they NEVER go out of style. This is attributed to their longevity, beauty, and versatility. No other type of flooring can last for generations and still increase the value of a home. But even the most cared for hardwood floors will eventually need a facelift. The facelift can...