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Tips for Maintaining Hardwood Floors
Knowing how to properly take care of your flooring is vital. Here are a couple of ways to maintain your floors, so that'll last long.
- Use hardwood products designed specifically for your flooring type.
- Don't use ammonia-based products or any other harsh chemicals to clean the floor.
- Don't apply topcoats to your floor before consulting with a hardwood floor specialist.
- Place padding under furniture legs, don't drag furniture or heavy objects and trim pet nails to avoid scratches.
- Sweep or vacuum regularly to get rid of dust particles.
- Limit your floors from direct sunlight to avoid color fades.
If you have any questions feel free to contact us at (408) 333-9771 or (408) 509-8627. You can also visit our showroom in 1190 Mountain View-Alviso, Ste N, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
- D Perez
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Maple Flooring
Lots of people choose solid hardwood flooring for their homes. Solid hardwood offers a lot of options, one of them being maple. Maple is a popular choice.
It's affordable and easy to maintain, all you have to do is sweep to get rid of dust particles. It's also eco-friendly and it has a clean look, other types of flooring have a grain pattern which many don't like.
The cons of Maple are that it's not scratch-proof, and it doesn't stain well, this makes changing the color of your floor harder. Another con is that it's sensitive to temperature changes if it's placed in a humid area the planks could warp or split. What people tend to appreciate most about wood floors is its natural pattern, maple has a more plain look than others like oak.
If you have any questions about maple flooring feel free to contact us at (408) 333-9771 or (408) 509-8627. You can also visit our showroom in 1190 Mountain View-Alviso, Ste N, Sunnyvale, CA 94089.
- D Perez
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Light Toned Hardwood Floors
Choosing the right color of flooring can be a tough decision. You have to consider your furniture, paint, lighting, etc. Hardwood colors come in a variety of options, from Red Oak to Java Strand Bamboo. Before deciding which color would be best for your aesthetic, you should look into what different ranges of color provide.If you have decided on light colors, some options you might consider are Red Oak, Birch, Ash, and Maple; however, if you're looking into light hardwood stains, you should consider white-wash or light gray.
Here are their advantages:
1. They're easy to work with. Light colors work well with different aesthetic options.
2. They make spaces seem bigger, perfect for apartments.
3. Unlike dark hardwood, dirt and dust are not easily spotted.
Here are their disadvantages:
1. They wear out faster than dark hardwood in high traffic areas.
2. They aren't very trendy at the moment.
If you have any questions feel free to contact us at (408) 333-9771 or (408) 509-8627. You can also visit our showroom in 1190 Mountain View -Alviso Rd, Ste N, Sunnyvale, CA 94089.
- D Perez
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Real Hardwood vs. Tile Hardwood Look-alike
There are various types of flooring, like authentic hardwood and look-alike tile and it can be hard choosing between them. They are both great options, but before considering either product, you should be informed of their pros and cons.
These are the advantages of real hardwood floors:
- Easy maintenance
- Long durability
- It’s comfortable
These are the disadvantages of real hardwood floors:
- Prone to scratches
- Very susceptible to water damage
- Can’t be installed in any area because of humidity
These are the advantages of hardwood tile flooring:
- Scratch proof
- Waterproof
- Can be installed in any area
- Nonallergenic
- Durable
These are the disadvantages of hardwood tile flooring:
- More expensive to replace
- Prone to cracks and chips
- Can be very slippery
- Can be uncomfortable
If you have any questions about this topic, feel free to contact us at (408) 509-8627 or (408) 333-9771.
