Hardwood

Where can I install hardwood flooring?

Hardwood flooring is an extremely durable flooring product. It can be installed in virtually any room of your home that is above ground. There are several locations that are not recommended for hardwood flooring. Because hardwood flooring is a natural flooring product it is not recommended that it be installed in wet locations such as bathrooms, washrooms, saunas, enclosed porches or verandas, or anywhere that may require wet-mopping. Extended exposure to moisture of this type may cause your hardwood flooring to warp, swell or crack.

Can I expect my floor to have color variations?

Yes. Hardwood flooring is a natural product. Therefore, you should expect there will be natural color variations in the wood. Although lower grades of flooring will have a larger number of character blemishes, you can expect color variations in all grades.

How should I maintain my floor to preserve its appearance?

From the outset, it is important that you maintain your floor the right way if you want to preserve its original beauty for as long as possible and to avoid gumming up the surface, making it more difficult to maintain. Ideally, it is recommended to use a hardwood floor cleaning kit as well as effective cleaning products. To protect your investment, it is also strongly recommended to install protective remedies in some places, such as floor rugs. It is also important to cut the claws of domestic animals, mainly dogs, as these can scratch the floor and damage the finish.

Carpet

What can be done to eliminate mold in carpets?

Wet carpeting can grow mold. The first thing to address is the source of the water. Leaks should be repaired immediately. For best results, call a professional who specializes in water damaged carpets to extract the moisture, dry the carpet, and repair the damage.

What options are available for carpet soaked due to flooding?

Within 12 to 24 hours after the incident that soaked the carpet, you should call a professional to help you extract the water and get dryers in place. Using a professional will help ensure the carpet and padding are completely dry. If the carpet remains soaked for more than 24 hours, mold can start to set in. If the flooding involves sewage, it is better to replace the damaged carpet and padding.

What’s the difference between shading and fading?

Shading refers to color changes due to normal wear and tear and the carpet. Fading refers to carpet becoming lighter in color as a result of exposure to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.

What is causing my carpet to buckle?

Carpet can buckle for a number of reasons. If it was not stretched correctly during the installation, you will likely see buckling. If too much water was used during cleaning, it may lead to buckling. Those who live in high humidity areas may see more buckling. If you slide large furniture across the carpet, it can lead to buckling.