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Throughout the years, there has been a steady increase in flooring options available to builders and homeowners alike. Choosing a floor that fits your needs includes a number of attractive choices such as wood, tile, marble, stone, and more. In the wood flooring arena, two options stand out: traditional hardwood . . . Read more
Cleaning up after a dog or cat is an everyday activity for responsible pet owners. Now, with the inclusion of a solid hardwood floor in your home, pet owners have an additional reason to be aware of any “accidents” which occur as a result of excited, or untrained, pets. The . . . Read more
So you’ve finally laid down the hardwood floor of your dreams, moved your furniture back in, and are enjoying every minute of your updated interior space. Then one day while relaxing, you notice a scratch. It may not be that serious, but to you, it stands out. What do you . . . Read more
Unfinished hardwood floors are an incredibly versatile and customizable wood flooring option. Although it takes a bit of extra time and effort to install and finish unfinished hardwood floors on-site, the results can be highly rewarding. The main reasons finishes are applied to hardwood flooring are to protect the wood . . . Read more
One of the most important decisions to make about purchasing a hardwood floor is to decide whether to install it yourself or to hire a professional. The decision lies in a number of factors including: choosing a site finished or a prefinished floor, the type of hardwood floor, the room . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Hymenaea courbaril Brazilian cherry is a species of cherry tree from South America. It is one of the hardest woods available for hardwood floors. When aged, the wood is deep and rich in color, which is one of its most desirable qualities. This wood species is the most . . . Read more
Hardwood flooring provides the elegant appearance that can define a particular space as well as complement the rest of your décor. But, as with anything you value, hardwood flooring needs your attention in return. Find out how to become instrumental in the health of your floor. Hardwood carries a . . . Read more
Choosing the variety of hardwood flooring board that you’ll be happiest with can go beyond the simple choice of color; you have more options open to you than you think! Find out a little bit more about the variety of hardwood that may best suit your hardwood flooring board ideal. . . . Read more
Solid Hardwood Floors allow for a lot of variation in terms of what you can get as a solution for your space on the basis of finish alone. But is one more suitable than another? For minimum fuss and easy installation, pre-finished hardwood is a good choice for those who . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Carya Fast Facts Color: The color will vary from a light cream to a darker amber, and will darken slightly and amber over time. Exposure to UV light will speed the darkening/ambering process. Grain: Hickory grain is closed with a somewhat rough texture. Variations within Species and Grades: . . . Read more
