Wood floor cupping is when the sides of hardwood floors are higher up than the center of the boards. This produces a concave-like look on the floor. The issue comes from moisture content changes.
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Rugs and hardwood floors go together well, but only if you protect the wood underneath. If you’re adding an area rug to a room with hardwood, a rug pad isn’t optional. It’s the thin layer that keeps your rug in place and keeps your floors …
Read Full ArticleIn the winter, hardwood floors are more vulnerable to damage than during any other season. They take a greater beating due to people bringing in the outdoor elements when they enter your house. Ice and slush can seep into cracks, forming scratches in the coating, …
Read Full ArticleParquet flooring is the perfect way for hardwood floors to stand out. This type of pattern consists of a geometric mosaic of wood. This hardwood floor pattern has an interesting history, which could make any homeowner consider it for their home!
Read Full ArticleWater-based finishes are applied to the surface of the floor. They are usually clear and very durable.
Read Full ArticleWe all love our pets, but sometimes we’re not always very happy with what they can do to our homes. Shedding, scratching, and trailing dirt are just some of the not so fun dilemmas pet owners have to deal with. So, can pets and hardwood …
Read Full ArticleEnvironmental Benefits Wood floors are a renewable flooring option since trees can be replanted. In the United States, for every tree that is harvested, 1.66 is planted. This is why the standing volume is much bigger today than a few decades ago. Wood floors can …
Read Full ArticleAn important thing to always remember is that hardwood floors are natural. Anything natural will eventually undergo changes. For hardwood floors, the change comes in the color of the wood. The two important factors that case the change are: Exposure to sunlight Applied finishes and/or …
Read Full ArticleFall season brings with it some much-needed rain, but how is this affecting your hardwood floors? A lot of moisture can make your hardwood floors expand, and then contract. This process makes the boards cup, crown, crack and buckle, which all have negative effects on …
Read Full ArticleSubfloor may not be in your mind often, since it is under your visible wood floor. When something seems off about your wood floors, though, it might not be the floor itself, but the subfloor. This isn’t very common, but if it does happen it …
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