Hardwood Buyer's Guide
START YOUR FLOORING PROJECT WITH ALL THE
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO MAKE YOUR IDEAS REALITY.
Pros
- Appearance Improves with Age
Hardwood improves with age because it acquires a desirable patina over time.
- Long Lasting
Hardwood is among the longest lasting of all flooring types.
- Great Investment
Although hardwood can initially cost more than some other flooring options, it's an investment that pays off, increasing the value of your home.
- Can Be Recoated
All hardwood can be recoated, allowing you to refresh your floor to its original look.
- Easy Care & Maintenance
Hardwood is as easy to care for as most other floors – waxing is not necessary for urethane finishes.
Considerations
- May Scratch
A hardwood floor's finish is susceptible to scratching from traffic or pet nails.
- Limited Below Grade Installation
Solid hardwood cannot be installed below grade level; engineered hardwood can.
- Full Bath Installation Not Recommended
Hardwood should not be used in a full bathroom because it is sensitive to humidity and pooling water.
- Transitions to Other Floors
A new hardwood floor may be a different height than the floor it adjoins. Thinner profile wood and transition strips will help to equalize the difference.
