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Can engineered wood flooring be sanded and refinished?

It depends on the size of the veneer. Engineered hardwood is a composite material that consists of a backing, core layers of plywood and a real hardwood top layer. The thickness of top layer varies from product to product (usually somewhere between 4 to 8 millimeters). The thicker it is the less chance of sanding all the way through to the plywood. To be on a safe side,we recommend you consult a flooring specialist prior to starting any work on your engineered flooring.

Can I install hardwood flooring in my basement?

Yes, you can. But only engineered hardwood flooring. Solid hardwood doesnt go well with humid places, moisture causes it to expand and warp. Engineered hardwood has a much more stable structure. The layers in it are laid out at a 90-degree angle. This layout reduces the possibility of expansion or contraction in an engineered hardwood board by 80%. Besides, engineered hardwood flooring can be installed directly on concrete sub base.

Which hardwood floor is the most durable?

Unfortunately, there is no concrete answer to this question. The durability of a floor depends on many factors: the materials its made of, the process of manufacturing, the place of installation, the load of everyday use, how often its cleaned and how right its cared for. If all these points are followed correctly, chances are that your floor will live beyond the time you grow tired of seeing it. However, if you want to experiment with different finishes and might need your floor to live through one or two standings, hardwood floor is the best option for you.

Can I see the product at the warehouse?

Unfortunately, there is no showroom at our warehouse at the moment. We can bring free samples with us for our free estimate visit or you can view high-quality images of all our products on our website.

Is there a difference between floor and wall tile?

Wall tiles have more decorative characteristics, they are thin, light and soft, unlike the floor tiles that have been made to handle the weight and much harsher circumstances of floor traffic. It is possible to install flooring tiles on walls if the walls can carry their weight, but the opposite using wall tiles as flooring tiles isnt recommended.

My new carpet has an odor. What should I do?

Its perfectly normal for a new carpet to have a certain smell. Its caused by volatile organic chemicals (VOCs) which are harmless and usually disappear within three days after installation.All carpets are strictly controlled following the requirements of Indoor Air Quality and the VOCs emitted by them is one of the lowest among existing flooring materials. If you are prone to bad allergies or have high sensitivity to latex, we advise you avoid the area of carpet installation for up to next 72 hours, same goes for your pets.

Can I install hardwood flooring in the kitchen?

While not directly advised, installing wood floors in close vicinity to water sources that could potentially cause spills isnt directly advised, its by no means impossible. When installing hardwood in the kitchen what matters is your everyday habits and how ready you are to care for your floor appropriately. With any hardwood floor, be it engineered or solid, spills should be wiped up with a dry clean cloth immediately. Otherwise, the water could get into the hardwood plank and permanently stain or damage wood floors finish.

Can I install hardwood floor directly on the concrete slab?

It depends on what kind of hardwood you have in mind. Solid hardwood needs to be nailed down and requires a wooden subfloor. Its possible to install 3/4 thick solid hardwood boards on a concrete slab if you include a vapor barrier and build up a wood subfloor first, which is not the cheapest option. Installing engineered hardwood flooring over a concrete slab is much more recommended. Engineered wood floors can be glued down or floated over a concrete slab, as long as its over a dry, clean, and completely even surface and not below grade.

Is solid hardwood flooring better than engineered hardwood floor?

How good a floor depends on how well it fits the demands of the environment is going to be laid down in.Engineered and solid hardwood floors are both fine and durable flooring options for your home. The biggest merit of solid hardwood flooring is that I can be refinished sometimes as often as up to five times. However, engineered hardwood floors with thicker wear layer can be sanded and refinished just like solid hardwood floors.

The main difference between engineered and solid wood is the structure. The cross-ply construction makes engineered wood more dimensionally stable and up to 80% less likely to be affected by changes in the humidity levels. This means your engineered hardwood floor wont contract and expand seasonally as much as solid hardwood does. Warping and other water-related issues are also less common with engineered hardwood.Another difference is the installation method. To install a solid hardwood floor, youll have to nail it down and will need a wooden subfloor. Engineered hardwood flooring can be glued down or floated.

Is it a good idea to install hardwood floors if I have a dog?

Hardwood flooring offers great support for your four-legged-friend. It offers a warm and comfortable surface for your pet to play and sleep on all year long. However, dogs claws can severely damage your hardwood floors and you might want to opt for a more resilient and less expensive option like vinyl or tile. For more thoughts on the topic, you can read our blog.

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