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Is this a competition, or do they complement each other? So, what is the difference between solid hardwood flooring and engineered hardwood flooring? Are they interchangeable? Does it matter which one I get?Engineering with a purposeSolid hardwood flooring is a tried and true flooring that has been ...

Very high and very low humidity levels each present dangers to solid and engineered hardwoods.You may not feel the need to kick on the air conditioner, but a few days of summer’s high humidity can wreck havoc on your hardwoods. High humidity causes moisture to seep into the wood, leading to ...

What Are Vocs?VOCs or Volatile Organic Compounds are carbon-containing chemicals that are labeled "volatile" because they evaporate easily at room temperature, thereby entering the air we breathe. VOCs can be naturally produced by plant and animal processes or manufactured by humans. Some of the ...

Hardwood floors are both beautiful and elegant; wood floors never go out of style and they last for years—sometimes up to 100! Unless there’s structural damage, your wood flooring should only need refinishing to freshen and renew them.Clearing Up Misconceptions About Hardwoods.Engineered wood is ...

"Most homebuyers nowadays expect hardwood," says Andy Ross of All Hardwood Floors, hardwood floor installer and refinisher in Norwalk, Connecticut "They want things move-in ready, and don't want to do any work. Seeing carpet could make them pass on your place." This is supported by a 2018 ...

Dirt and dust on any surface are messy, but when it's on wood flooring, it can also be damaging. Here, I'll share some interesting facts on how dangerous it can be and some preventive tips to extend the life of your hardwood floors.So what's dirt made up of and what makes it a threat to your ...