Hardwood Bargains Blog

  • Give Your Hallway A Makeover

    If the hallway in your home is like that in most others, it is one busy place – and probably the busiest, next to your kitchen. As people come and go and plunk bags, purses and briefcases in their wake, your hallway takes a pounding. And if you have kids...
  • How To Prevent Pet Damage

    Hardwood floors are the best choice for homeowners with pets. Not only are they easy to clean, they don’t provide hiding spots for pet dander and fleas like carpets do. However, as much as we love our furry friends, their long nails, puppy teeth, and ability to track dirt through...
  • Considering Laminate? Check Out Your Options

    There are a lot of reasons to choose laminate flooring over other options. Not only is it cheaper and easier to install than traditional hardwood or tile flooring, it is also more durable and just as breathtaking as the alternatives. Laminate panels come in many different styles, including mock stone and wood...
  • Prefinished Vs. Unfinished Wood Floors

    Regardless of the wood species you choose for your flooring, a finish is required. A finish provides your floor with a protective top coat that seals your wood floors from the everyday damage that comes from traffic, moisture, and stains. A finish also accentuates your floors natural beauty by highlighting...
  • How Do I Keep My Hardwood Floors Clean?

    Keeping hardwood flooring clean can be a tricky challenge. Unlike with carpet, dust and dirt has nowhere to hide on hardwood floors. With hardwood flooring comes the responsibility of keeping it clean to maintain its shine and luster. Below are a few handy ideas for keeping your hardwood floors looking...
  • An Introduction To Solid Wood Floors

    Solid wood flooring is the ultimate addition to any home. Not only does it possess the beauty of natural wood, but it’s all natural from top to bottom. Essentially, it is similar to any other plank of lumber, sawn directly off the log with no additional materials added. Below, we...
  • Why Hickory Is All The Rage

    We recently met with a customer who was planning on renovating his living room. The walls were painted, the furniture was picked out, and all he needed was new wood flooring that gave off a rustic style while maintaining a clean and sleek look. This customer ultimately decided on hickory...
  • 6 Features Homeowners Will Pay Extra For

    Before taking the dive into homeownership, people shopping for homes consider millions of factors, especially when it comes to interior features. Many people are willing to spend thousands of dollars to achieve the home of their dreams. Below are some of the top 6 features most people are willing to...
  • What To Ask Before Installing Hardwood Floors

    For most homeowners, making the leap into hardwood flooring is not an easy task. Going through a renovation process can be a difficult one, especially if you don’t know where to begin in the process. Most people know they like the look of hardwood floors, but don’t know what type...
  • Signs Your Hardwood Flooring Is Buckling (Or About to Buckle)

    Buckling hardwoods are no joke. But luckily, there are some warning signs that you have a buckling hardwood floor that you should be aware of – obviously, the sooner you can catch warping and buckling, the easier it will be to fix. At its earliest, a warping floor will start...