Hardwood flooring: Known around the world and one of the first of its kind for floor coverings in homes and buildings in every corner of the globe for centuries and more.
Most prospective clients approach us with the idea of hardwood but are often skeptical of its cost or durability. Those concerns are justified - hardwood is not waterproof (with some very new and limited exceptions), it is not scratch resistant, and it expands and contracts with seasonal humidity changes.
But often enough, nothing can be as beautiful as a brand new, solid real hardwood floor throughout your home. Hardwood was what all of us learned on. It's what most homes in America currently have installed, and with some minor exceptions, is likely to remain the world’s most popular flooring option.
A quick glance at hardwood pros and cons. As mentioned, it is not waterproof nor very water resistant, at least compared to its fabricated counterparts like vinyl and some laminates. However, what happens if you have a spill? It's hardly ruined!
Hardwood comes in many varieties and many of those varieties, dense or tropical are not going down without a fight. Most homes experience wear and tear or spills, with kids or pets often to blame. However, most hardwood flooring will still provide you a solid 15 to 20 years with simple, appropriate care tips before you may need to refinish.
Some hardwoods will last decades before requiring refinishing. Sanding and refinishing are a lot less expensive than full replacement, making hardwood very attractive. Unlike vinyl or laminate floorings, hardwood is likely to overall outlast the former.
Many historical homes are well known for their original restored hardwoods. With modern coating technology and polyurethanes, you can bet that hardwood is better than ever and a beautiful option with endless varieties to suit your desire.
How about an expiring Asian walnut, also known as acacia? Or a wire brushed wide plank reclaimed white oak? Maybe a herringbone American black walnut floor with a custom matte finish? All of this and more is possible within the realm of hardwood.
Hardwood is typically glued or nailed as opposed to floated, like interlocking systems such as LVP and laminates. Of course, we are happy to guide you to the right hardwood options in Columbus, Ohio. After all, woodworking is in our nature and our name!
