Does it harm the environment to harvest wood for wood flooring?
No. Trees are a natural, renewable resource that can be continually harvested and replanted without serious environmental impact. Also consider:...
Can hardwood flooring improve indoor air quality?
Feb 12, 2016
Yes. Bacteria, dust, dirt and allergens cannot cling to wood flooring as they do in other flooring options; simply dustmop,...
How do I restore my pre-finished wood floor to look new again?
Feb 12, 2016
We offer many products and techniques that will bring your floor back to its original appearance; just follow the directions...
Will my pre-finished floor have a beveled edge?
Feb 12, 2016
Yes. Bevels are added to the sides of the board to soften the edge and help boards line up next...
Will my wood floor have color variations?
Feb 12, 2016
Yes. Lower flooring grades will have a larger number of character markings and color variations, but you can expect some...
Why is the floor beneath my rugs lighter than the rest of my wood floor?
Feb 12, 2016
All wood flooring is more or less photosensitive, and some species are very sensitive to ultra-violet light. It’s important to...
Why are there gaps between the boards on my wood floor?
Feb 12, 2016
Seasonal expansion and contraction of flooring boards is considered normal. There is more humidity during the summer months and your...
Why does my floor look different from the sample in the showroom?
Feb 12, 2016
Although it should look similar, each hardwood tree differs from others and even wood from the same tree can show...
What is meant by “acclimate” a hardwood floor?
Feb 12, 2016
This refers to allowing your new solid wood flooring to adjust to your home’s average temperature and humidity levels in...
Can solid hardwood flooring be installed in the basement?
Feb 12, 2016
No. You should never install solid hardwood flooring below grade; however, it is possible to install engineered hardwood floors below...