Hardwoods
Timeless Beauty
Hardwood flooring is cozy, practical, and never goes out of style. Properly installed, it can last the life time of a home, which makes it an excellent investment. No need to worry about replacing your floors if you decide to resale; Wood flooring can be refinished and adds remarkable value to your home.
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Wood flooring comes in two main varieties: solid and engineered. Both are genuine wood products and add unparalleled beauty to your home. Visit our blog for more details on their differences.
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What you need to know before installing wood:
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Species
Hardwood Flooring comes in a variety of tree species. Each with their own degrees of hardness and unique appearance. A general rule of thumb is the harder the wood, the more durable it is to everyday traffic. Each species have their own characteristics, the experts at MR Flooring & Remodeling can save you time by aiding you in choosing the right wood floor for your Texas home.
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Width
Hardwood flooring is generally described by board width. A strip is less than 3” wide. Planks are 3” or wider. The width of individual boards has a dramatic influence on the look of your floor. Strips make a room look bigger. Planks tend to have a more rustic or contemporary feel depending on the finishes. Keep in mind that wide widths will complement a large room but could overwhelm a small area.
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Grade
Similar to variation, grade refers to the way your wood floor will look, not the quality. For pre-finished floors there is: Clear Grade, Select & Better, Common, and Cabin Grade. Spanning from few variations in color, length, and pattern of planks to a more rustic appeal with unfilled knots and pinholes.
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Texture Type
This gives the ultimate look and feel to your hardwood floor. The main texture finishes are Smooth, Hand-scraped, and Distressed. Many are often used in tandem to create a truly one of a kind floor for your home.
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With your Hardwood Floor investment you will want to secure it. By putting your project in the hands of the experts at MR Flooring & Remodeling you can rest easy knowing we have the experience to properly install a wood floor that lasts decades to come.
