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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a hardwood floors expensive?Hardwood floors aren't expensive however they tend to cost a little more than other types of flooring but it depends on what you are comparing. See Why Hardwood flooring for more information on why hardwood flooring is the best value available in flooring.
Are hardwood floors difficult to maintain?
No. In many cases they are as easy or easier than carpet, ceramic tile, laminate or vinyl.
How do I know what species and color to choose?
There are about 120 different species however there about 7 different species that are commonly used. The species and color you choose depends on your tastes. An interior designer can help you put choose the right flooring and come up with ideas on how to integrate a wood floor into you existing decor or design a whole new decor for you.ing second, but with today's eclectic decoration styles, anything goes.
Which rooms can a wood floor be installed in?
Most rooms are suitable for hardwood flooring but typically you wouldn't install hardwood in a bathroom. The main thing to remember is wherever you want to install a hardwood floor you must consider whether or not the floor will be exposed to things that can damage it. You also need to consider whether the hardwood flooring will be installed on, above or below-grade, if you have concerns that is the time to call us.
Solid wood versus Engineered wood flooring? Engineered flooring is made of manufactured cross directional laminated materials usually 3 to 5 layers with a top layer veneer of hardwood, it's comes in Planks or Strips. Solid products come in Planks, Strips and Parquet styles and is milled from solid hardwood, no manufacturing or engineering processes involved. We work with only solid real hardwood.
What is the difference between square-edge and eased-edge?
Square edge has planks have sides that are square. Eased edge flooring also known as beveled or micro-beveled edge and has a slight angle top edge. Eased edge helps mask slight subfloor. Ask you hardwood floor installer about these for more information.
Why Color variations in hardwood flooring?
Hardwood is like any other natural wood material therefore there will be color variations from board to board in all grades and categories. The boards are like snow flakes, no two boards are a like.
Hardwood is denting
Hardwood are formed from cell structures so if enough pressure is applied, the cell wall they will collapse and denting will appear.
Can a hardwood floor be installed in a bathrooms?
It is to be expected that a bathroom floor will be exposed to standing water and extreme moisture content in the air on a regular basis. If your bathroom is a guest bathroom and the shower/tub is never used then a hardwood floor may be acceptable but careful consideration should be made before choosing.
Why is the floor lighter now under the rugs and furniture?
The reason for this is an aging process called patina, which all wood goes naturally goes through. Direct sunlight can accelerate this aging process. The only way to avoid this is to move your rugs every so often so the floor ages evenly.
Can I wax my urethane floor?
It is not recommended. Once you wax a floor, it should be maintained as a wax-finished floor. Wax may inhibit the adhesion of future application of top coating materials or make it slippery.
Can I refinish my hardwood floor?
You can but we would suggest you call us first in order to avoid costly mistakes.
If you have other questions not found here please contact us 503.453.2867.
There are about 120 different species however there about 7 different species that are commonly used. The species and color you choose depends on your tastes. An interior designer can help you put choose the right flooring and come up with ideas on how to integrate a wood floor into you existing decor or design a whole new decor for you.ing second, but with today's eclectic decoration styles, anything goes. Which rooms can a wood floor be installed in?
Most rooms are suitable for hardwood flooring but typically you wouldn't install hardwood in a bathroom. The main thing to remember is wherever you want to install a hardwood floor you must consider whether or not the floor will be exposed to things that can damage it. You also need to consider whether the hardwood flooring will be installed on, above or below-grade, if you have concerns that is the time to call us.
Solid wood versus Engineered wood flooring? Engineered flooring is made of manufactured cross directional laminated materials usually 3 to 5 layers with a top layer veneer of hardwood, it's comes in Planks or Strips. Solid products come in Planks, Strips and Parquet styles and is milled from solid hardwood, no manufacturing or engineering processes involved. We work with only solid real hardwood.
What is the difference between square-edge and eased-edge?
Square edge has planks have sides that are square. Eased edge flooring also known as beveled or micro-beveled edge and has a slight angle top edge. Eased edge helps mask slight subfloor. Ask you hardwood floor installer about these for more information.Why Color variations in hardwood flooring?
Hardwood is like any other natural wood material therefore there will be color variations from board to board in all grades and categories. The boards are like snow flakes, no two boards are a like.
Hardwood is denting
Hardwood are formed from cell structures so if enough pressure is applied, the cell wall they will collapse and denting will appear.
Can a hardwood floor be installed in a bathrooms?
It is to be expected that a bathroom floor will be exposed to standing water and extreme moisture content in the air on a regular basis. If your bathroom is a guest bathroom and the shower/tub is never used then a hardwood floor may be acceptable but careful consideration should be made before choosing.
Why is the floor lighter now under the rugs and furniture?
The reason for this is an aging process called patina, which all wood goes naturally goes through. Direct sunlight can accelerate this aging process. The only way to avoid this is to move your rugs every so often so the floor ages evenly.
Can I wax my urethane floor?
It is not recommended. Once you wax a floor, it should be maintained as a wax-finished floor. Wax may inhibit the adhesion of future application of top coating materials or make it slippery.
Can I refinish my hardwood floor?
You can but we would suggest you call us first in order to avoid costly mistakes.
If you have other questions not found here please contact us 503.453.2867.
