Learning how to choose hardwood flooring isn’t all that difficult with the right help.
If picking the perfect hardwood flooring for you is giving you a hard time, though, we have some good news for you.
The Carpet Guys are here to show you how to do it.
Choosing Hardwood Flooring the Right Way!
First things first, you need to be sure that installing new hardwood flooring is feasible for your home. Since hardwood is a luxurious and delicate flooring, it’s important to make sure your home environment won’t destroy the wood.
Here are a couple things for you to consider before choosing hardwood flooring:
- Does your home experience a lot of foot traffic?
- Do you have pets with sharp nails or claws that will tear up your new hardwood?
- Are you an avid fan of high heels? (heels scratch hardwood quite easily, ladies)
For your hardwood to perform well and last long, you’ll want to be careful if your home environment matches any of this criteria. A good maintenance plan will also help prolong the life of your floors.
Know your Color Options
Now you’ll need to choose a hardwood floor color. You’ll have to decide between light hardwood floors and dark hardwood floors. You can look through the different stains for hardwood floors if you choose to do so.
Darker hardwood colors add drama to a room and make bold statements. Paired with lighter wall colors, you’ll get a stunning and noticeable contrast. You can also have dark walls and dark floors for a rich and cozy feeling.
Lighter hardwood colors will brighten a room and make a smaller space appear larger when paired with brighter toned walls.
You can find hardwood in many striking colors like:
- Mahogany
- Blonde
- Brown variations
- White/Cream
- Gray
Also, pay attention to textures and finishes. Are you a smooth textured classic finish, or do you prefer a detailed wood grain with knots and distressed designs? Each plank has different markings, so many different options and designs are available.
The type of hardwood floor species may also have an affect on the texture of the planks. All hardwood flooring is not from the same species of wood. You’ll find hardwood in varying types such as:
- Oak
- Hickory
- Maple
- Birch
After you’ve taken all this into consideration, you can move on the last step.
Schedule your Free Hardwood Estimate!
If you’d like to get the most beautiful hardwood installed in your home, schedule a free wood flooring estimate with us.
Choosing hardwood flooring is simple with The Carpet Guys. We make getting the flooring you want most easier than any other company. Just wait and see.
Schedule your estimate today and experience The Carpet Guys services yourself.
