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5 Basic Tips When Choosing Hardwood Flooring
By Rob Buenaventura
Timeless beauty, clean lines, strength and durability as well as the ease
of cleaning and the classic look make hardwood flooring the perfect choice for your home.
No matter what your personal style is, there is a flooring choice for you
because of the unlimited selection available. But before you rush out
shopping for your hardwood flooring, keep these tips in mind.
Set a budget for yourself. Having a wide variety of flooring to choose
from is great, but the downside is that it is easy to get overwhelmed
quickly, and this makes you very susceptible to overspending.
Remember to balance style with quality with your budget when you
make your final choice.
Tip #1
You will be wise to match the room with your choice of flooring,
whether hardwood or otherwise. For example, do not try to put
hardwood flooring in a bathroom, due to the high levels of moisture a
bathroom receives.
Tip #2
Different areas of the house demand different types of wood. For
example, wood floors that have very light or very dark finishes typically
do not fare well in the kitchen.
Tip #3
Choose a hardwood flooring that has an appropriate finish to match
your lifestyle. A sitting room that is seldom used will let you get away
with a lighter finish. However a hallway or living room will get continual
traffic and requires a choice that offers a tougher finish that can stand
up to a lot of wear and tear.
Tip #4
Consider installation - doing it yourself or having a professional installer
do it for you? Many people successfully install their own flooring, but
only after they have done their homework. It is often easer to hire a
professional, but do you due diligence when selecting a hardwood
flooring installer. You will want to be absolutely sure that it will be
installed correctly.
Tip #5
Choosing the color and style of the floor can be the fun part. Choose a
hardwood that fits your personal taste and your lifestyle. The
comparatively high cost of the flooring and installation demands
choosing a wood that will not go out of style quickly.
About the Author
Rob Buenaventura is the part author of HardwoodScene, an online site providing visitors informative tips on hardwood flooring. Rob has worked in the flooring industry for several years and shares his flooring experience through HardwoodScene. Find some ideas on discount hardwood floor options prior to purchasing and save yourself some money on your new floor.
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