Comments on: Wood Flooring | Cost | Buying Tips | Installation | Maintenance

By: Heart Pine San Antonio

Heart Pine San Antonio — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:17:03 +0000

Wood floors are affordable but there are some that can be costly depending on the level of quality. When buying wood flooring, you should also consider not only for its aesthetic appeal, but also for its strength and durability.

By: Solid Wood Flooring

Solid Wood Flooring — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 10:38:42 +0000

There are a lot of good tips on this website.

By: Sydney Flooring

Sydney Flooring — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 04:14:05 +0000

The videos which you have uploaded is really helpful for me to install the timber floor. Wood floor in kitchen makes attractive and feeling natural environment.

By: Ganka

Ganka — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 12:19:50 +0000

Hi Jessica,

Here is a link that might be useful:
http://www.bchardwood.com/glossary_engineered.html

Regards,

Ganka

By: Jessica

Jessica — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 06:34:02 +0000

Can you show some pictures of the engineered type of wood flooring?

By: Ganka

Ganka — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:16:02 +0000

Hi Ann,

I would recommend using an engineered wood floor. It is a type of pre-finished flooring made up of layers of plywood that make up the underside of the flooring and another layer which is the upper surface is made of solid wood. Due to their construction, engineered floors are strong and are especially good for rooms that are either at ground level or below. They are generally more immune to humidity, spills and extreme temperature and are dimensionally stable.

Concerning the type of wood, you can use maple, oak, walnut, teak, Brazilian cherry, etc. Take a look at the above mentioned ‘Related links’ for more information about each of these woods.

Concerning the wood floor installation, I recommend using the services of a professional.

Let me know if you have any other questions.

Regards,

Ganka

By: Ann

Ann — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 18:10:33 +0000

We live in South Florida and want to install wood floors in our entire downstairs which includes a 1/2 bath, laundry room and kitchen. We have ceramic floors now. Can you recommend a type of wood and installation or would you discourage us from getting wood in bath and kitchen and laundry room?

By: Ganka

Ganka — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 09:46:29 +0000

With the different climate changes, wood will retract or expand and this is exactly the reason why you do need the help of a professional when it comes to the installation process.

By: Mold Inspections Five Boros

Mold Inspections Five Boros — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 03:33:06 +0000

Since the wood flooring is costly it is difficult to figure out what could be the best suited and I am sure these tips will help. Installing is a a bit difficult I think…what do you say?

By: Michael

Michael — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:22:37 +0000

Timber flooring is a great addition to any home. If you’d like to have timber floor, site conditions are the most important deciding factor. Some site conditions are more suitable than others.

It is also advised to buy from suppliers who can trace the origins of their timber, which will be authorized by international sustainability agencies, such as the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). Reputable stores will only deal with manufacturers who use wood from certified sources.