Choosing the Correct Hardwood Floor

Choosing the Correct Hardwood Floor

In order to choose the right hardwood flooring you need to consider what room of the house you going to apply the flooring too. The next thing you have to consider is how much use will the floor get and how dirty will it get.

The first question you really need to ask is hardwood flooring right for your application?

There are really no disadvantages to solid hardwood flooring.

There are 3 types of solid wood flooring,  reliable wood, engineered and laminate. There are pros and cons for each type and it’ important to understand differences before choosing a flooring.   The reality of  a limited budget as well as maintenance and installment considerations have lead many people to turn to other kinds of timber floors that meet their needs.

Solid Wood Flooring

Solid wood flooring is solid wood all the way through, solid wood is milled from 1 piece solid wood. Solid wood flooring  is know as “hardwood flooring” and is possibly the most typical sort of wood flooring currently used in homes.

Solid or hardwood flooring has many advantages, its elegance and beauty make it the principal focus of a room, it’s important not to forget the more practical aspects hardwood like resilience, stain resistance (including wine and food), it’s simple to clean, warm to the touch and hygienic.

What are the long-term considerations when choosing flooring?

A room with a hardwood floor can be cold if the room is not decorated correctly, hardwood floors are a neutral palette to start with. This is an advantage because you can create the look and feel you want using your decor and wall colors.  with minor changes you such as paint, pillows, furniture and wall hangings you alter the look and the feel of  the room while using the wood flooring to greatly enhance the room and what you are trying to accomplish.

Hardwood flooring are susceptible to scrapes and dents however this should not be a problem if cared for properly not to mention the fact that hardwood can be re-sanded numerous times, increasing it’s life for decades. It should be remembered however, that reliable solid wood may not be by far the most appropriate selection for moist areas such as kitchens or bathrooms because it can have the tendency to expand or contract if exposed to altering temperatures or a damp environment.

How Does Carpet Compare?
Carpet is harder to clean, absorbs and holds moisture which can lead to mildew.  Carpet is wormer to the touch but keeping carpet truly clean is something that you never feel you achieve.

When some thing is spilled on a hardwood floor it has nowhere go. It sits on the surface so it can be easily wiped up. Dust can be quickly vacuumed or wiped away, which reduces the allergens existing in your home. Since it is easy to keep clean, bacteria and viruses have nothing to thrive on with this type of flooring.

The easy way to answer all your questions concerning hardwood flooring is to call a reputable hardwood floor installer.  If you are in the Portland Oregon area call us at 503.453.2867

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