What do you need from hardwood flooring?
As a homeowner, choosing hardwood floors can be exciting, but it can also feel very daunting. Adored for its amazing lifespan and benefits, it offers a plethora of options for personalization. With so much to choose from, it’s perfect for so many homes. You’ll love the fact that both light and dark options are available, as well as extensive species variety. There are lots of sealant and finish options as well, making it more durable than ever before. Chances are, whatever your requirements are, you’re very likely to find the match in this product line, so be sure to check it out.Choose a trusted flooring company for your hardwood flooring
JK Carpets has a reputation for high-quality materials, friendly and helpful associates, and a professional and experienced installation team. In fact, as a hardwood flooring retailer, we’ve already helped homeowners in nearby communities like Locust Grove, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Stafford, Culpeper, and Orange. We'd love to assist you as well and invite you to our showroom in Locust Grove, VA. There, you'll find our associates standing by, ready to match you to flooring you'll love for years to come. Unlike big box stores, our interest is in you and your flooring needs...nothing else. Be sure to visit us today.Request an estimate
Factory finish vs. Custom sand & finish on site
Traditionally, hardwood flooring was installed and then finished on site. This practice is still available and done in many applications, however, most new installations feature factory finished flooring. Pre-finished flooring is inspected for defects at the mill so you receive first choice every time. Factory finished flooring usually installs more quickly and without the dust and odors that are involved with on-site finishing.However, even though factory finished flooring comes in a variety of colors, on-site finishing allows for closer color match with existing woodwork or cabinets. So if you’re looking to match existing wood in your home, on-site finishing may be a better option.
Both factory finishes and on-site finishes are available in either high gloss or matte. Both types have finishes developed with new technology that require no waxing.
Unsure which option is best for you? Call us and we’ll be happy to evaluate and provide recommendations.
Engineered products install where no solid hardwood dares to go
Prior to the development of engineered hardwood flooring, hardwood products could not be installed on slab or in your basement because of natural moisture in concrete. Now you can enjoy real hardwood flooring in those areas and still get the look of solid hardwood flooring. A special cross-ply construction eliminates the problem of expansion and contraction usually associated with solid hardwood flooring, especially in high moisture areas. Don’t become overly concerned with thinner or thicker top wood layers associated with engineered products because it’s the finish you are walking on. Generally speaking you won’t need to re-sand and finish these products; just re-coat them unless you need to change the color.Refinishing hardwood floors: what to expect
Benefits of hardwood floorst
Special considerations when selecting hardwood flooring
Hardwood makes everything beautiful
The classic and elegant look of hardwood flooring brings seems to reflect in everything around it. Every facet of your interior design can benefit from the variety of choices you have in this flooring line. From rustic and earthy to modern and upscale, you’ll find hardwood offers something for everyone.
Be sure to consider your lifestyle and the amount of traffic in your home to make the right species choices. Both hard and softwoods are available but selecting the right one is a necessity to maintain durability and lifespan.
A great finish can offer lots of protection as well. For instance, a wire-brushed or hand-scraped finish helps signs of daily wear, scratches, and scuffs, leaving you with floors that simply look better longer, which can add years to the already lengthy lifespan.
Another great benefit in hardwood flooring is the ability to refinish. This takes off all the damaged and worn layers, leaving you with a brand-new surface. During this procedure, you can even change your stain color, sealant, and finish type, for a whole new look for your home.
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