If you are like most homeowners you cherish your hardwood floor and you love your kids and pets. But how do you protect your floor from your kids and pets? Kids and pets are bound to make messes anywhere, including in rooms with hardwood floors. That means homeowners with kids and pets must be even...
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...
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...
Need a new floor and are wondering how to match new wood flooring with your existing wall colors and decor? So many of us are confronted with this very same dilemma. There are so many options out there, so it may seem overwhelming to choose the right one. With that in mind, allow us to...
If you have a hardwood floor or are shopping for one, you’ve likely noticed a few things about them. You may have noticed the trend toward longer and wider hardwood planks. And you may have a few questions. One of the questions rarely asked is the size of hardwood planks. Standard planks are about four...
The answer is yes! Top-nailed floors are making a come-back and are very much in vogue. When hardwood floors were being installed originally the planks of hardwood were put over a dirt floor. Foundations and subfloors came much later and installers began to lay hardwood floors to a subfloor. This was done by hammering nails...