Buying Wood Floors

9 Modern Living Rooms With Real Hardwood Floors

3 May, 2013 | 15:48 | Submitted by Olya Ianovskaia

No other flooring surface can match the beauty and elegance of real hardwood. It feels smooth and warm underfoot, creates an inviting atmosphere that turns a house into a home. There are many hardwood flooring options available, most of which,

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Is Wood Flooring in the Bathroom a Good Idea?

3 May, 2013 | 13:52 | Submitted by Olya Ianovskaia

Q.: We are renovating our home, and my wife wants to put hardwood floors in all the bathrooms, to match the hardwood we’re installing throughout the rest of the house. I have my doubts. Is wood flooring in the bathroom

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Hardwood Flooring in the Kitchen: Pros and Cons

26 April, 2013 | 19:24 | Submitted by Olya Ianovskaia

Few flooring surfaces can match the look and feel of real hardwood. It looks elegant and authentic, feels warm and smooth. Those who love hardwood, love it a lot, and opt in for real wood on all flooring surfaces in

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Bamboo or Hardwood? What to Use For a “Green” Floor

21 September, 2012 | 10:29 | Submitted by Olya Ianovskaia

When it comes to the green revolution, there is no shortage of trends that just don’t add up—especially when it comes to the world of housing, construction and remodeling. Everyone’s so eager to jump on the eco-friendly bandwagon, they often

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Beautiful Hardwood Flooring: Photo Gallery

6 September, 2012 | 10:08 | Submitted by Olya Ianovskaia

Need flooring ideas? Check out these recent photos of gorgeous designer interiors featuring Coswick floors (click on any image to launch photo gallery):

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Benefits of Prefinished Hardwood Flooring

21 June, 2012 | 11:21 | Submitted by Olya Ianovskaia

Decision to install hardwood flooring is an important and also a difficult one, as there are many options to choose from. One of the first steps to purchasing hardwood floors is deciding whether you want to go for prefinished or unfinished wood. While unfinished flooring is a classic choice that has been used for many years, advantages and clear benefits of prefinished hardwood flooring often supersede site-finished floors, making it a more desirable choice for many homeowners.

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How to Choose Best Hardwood Floor for Dogs

6 June, 2012 | 10:32 | Submitted by Olya Ianovskaia

Nearly 60% of Americans own dogs, and almost a third of all dog owner have 2 or more four-legged friends. With these numbers in mind, it’s easy to understand why there is a growing demand for hardwood floors that are not only green and natural, but also practical and extremely durable. But what is the best hardwood floor for a household with dogs? If you are a dog owner with a heart set on getting real hardwood floors, read on, as the tips below explain how to choose flooring that will stand up to dogs over time.

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6 Questions To Ask Before Buying Engineered Flooring

5 June, 2012 | 12:17 | Submitted by Olya Ianovskaia

Engineered hardwood is a type of wood floor that consists of 2 or more bonded layers. The bottom layers may be made of plywood, hardwood, softwood, or even High Density Fiber (HDF). The top, or ‘wear’ layer is made of real wood. The main advantage of engineered wood floors over solid hardwood is superb dimensional stability – engineered flooring is a lot more resistant to humidity and temperature fluctuations, and for this reason may be installed in a wide range of interiors. Engineered hardwood is a good choice for lakeside cottages, offices, as well as kitchens, or rooms located below grade.

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