Why Choose a Hardwood Floor? Value No other flooring offers the warmth, beauty, and value of wood. Wood flooring enhances the décor of any room and provides timeless beauty that will increase in value throughout the years. In fact, in a national survey, 90 percent of real estate agents said that houses with wood flooring sell faster and for more money. Because of its renewability, hardwood flooring can actually cost a lot less than other types of flooring. If it’s not hardwood, you’re generally left with one option when flooring gets worn: you replace it. With hardwood, you have three options. Use a refresher to liven up the shine, lightly screen and recoat with urethane to bring back the original luster or completely sand and refinish the surface to make your floor look brand new. Easy to Clean Maintenance of today’s wood floors is easy. New technology in stains and finishes call for regular cleaning that takes little more than sweeping and/ vacuuming, with occasional use of a professional wood floor cleaning product. You will want to use a cleaning product recommended by your flooring manufacturer or installer. This will ensure that you use the proper cleaner for your type of flooring and finish. Affordable Today’s wood floors are affordable. Over time, wood floors maintain their value. When other flooring options are looking tired and worn out, wood floors will still look beautiful and timeless. Hypoallergenic Wood does not trap dust or fumes, and will not harbor dust mites or mold. We spend 90 percent of our time indoors. Some researchers believe the dust mite could be responsible for increasing asthma occurrence. Wood Floors in your bedroom and other main living areas can improve air quality, according to the American Lung Association. And leading allergists agree that wood floors are the perfect choice for a healthy home Variety Wood floors have come a long way. Today, there are more styles, colors and species of wood flooring available than ever before. Whether you’re looking for traditional Oak, rustic Pine, exotic Wenge or trendy Bamboo, you’re sure to find a color and style to fit your décor. Longevity Solid wood floors last for hundred of years. Over the centuries, wood has proven itself to be a durable floor choice. New synthetic materials have been unable to stand the test of time. Ecological Wood floors are ecologically friendly. Since it is a natural resource, wood is both renewable and recyclable. Many of yesteryear’s old wood, ships, warehouses, barns, and other structures often find a second life in wood flooring.
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