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Why Hardwood Flooring?
It’s a simple thing: wood flooring introduces a definite stature and an undeniable charm to any room. And like your grandmother’s oak sideboard, wood floors, just by their nature, become close-to-the-heart and more and more valuable as time goes by.

Nothing lasts like a hardwood floor
A wood floor transcends time. It hangs in there through puppet shows, parties, wrestling matches and muddy feet. It becomes part of the family, and of the home, the way no other flooring surface ever could.

Over the long run, it’s possibly the least expensive flooring option
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. Moreover, the urethane-protected surface on pre-finished flooring provides so much durability you may never need to choose any of these options. (But isn’t it nice to know you can?)

Reminiscent of the tradition of America’s past
Hardwood flooring has stood witness to the history of this country – as part of our colonial past; as an early flooring choice for churches and courthouses; as a core part of homes in the mountains, in the desert, by the sea and in lofts and apartments with big city addresses. This same craftsmanship can now be blended with the advances of modern technology to achieve flooring that’s beautiful yet easy to install and maintain. You get the best of both worlds.

A variety of color, species and performances you might scarcely imagine
From the color of light, natural Maple to the rich reds of Cherry, hardwoods bring the naturally diverse tones of nature’s palette into any room. Other colors and species include Oak, Ash, Walnut, Beech, Hickory, Brazilian Cherry, American Cherry and Merbau. Passport: Australia features Jarrah, Sydney Blue, Spotted Gum and Australian Cypress.

What kind of wood is the most durable?
Generally, the harder the wood the more durable the floor. However, grain and color must be considered because light floors with less grain may actually show wear more than "softer" floors. The hardest woods for flooring include Brazilian Cherry, Merbau and Pecan while American Cherry and Walnut are softer “hardwoods”.

Care & Maintenance

· Never clean or wet mop your hardwood floor with water. Do not use any wax or cleaner that must be mixed with water such as oil soap, as this may ruin your floor and result in a loss of warranty. Water can dull the finish and permanently damage the floor.
· If your floor abuts exterior doors, put outside door mats at the entrances to keep dirt and moisture from being tracked in. Inside, you may want to add an area rug to further prevent dirt and moisture from being tracked onto your hardwood floor. Don't use rubber, foam back, or plastic mats as they may discolor the floor. To prevent slippage of area rugs, use an approved vinyl rug underlay from a reputable manufacturer.

· Area rugs should be moved occasionally as they block sunlight which may give the appearance of discoloring under the rug.

· Use floor protectors on the feet of furniture to avoid scratches. When moving heavy furniture or appliances, use extra caution to help avoid scratching, indentations, and gouging. Some objects may be too heavy to be moved across a hardwood floor under any circumstances.

· Certain types of casters on furniture may damage hardwood flooring. Barrel-type caster wheels or wide, flat glides are best for protecting your hardwood floor. If your furniture does not have the right type of caster, we recommend that you change them.

· A humidifier is recommended to prevent excessive shrinkage of wood floors due to low humidity levels. Wood stoves and electric heat tend to cause very dry conditions. A humidity level of 35-55% is recommended.

· In damp conditions, proper humidity levels can be maintained with an air conditioner or dehumidifier, or by periodically turning on your heating system during the summer months.

· Spike or stiletto high-heel shoes, especially those in poor repair, may cause denting and related damage to hardwood floors due to the extremely high compressive force they generate. Such footwear can produce dynamic loads in excess of 1000 pounds per square inch, even when worn by someone of slight or average build.

Tips on Repairing Blemishes

Most problems can be prevented or minimized by wiping up any spills immediately. When removing a spot, always begin at the outer edge and work towards the center to prevent the spot from spreading. Keep a Touch-Up Kit which blends with your factory-stained floors available. This kit contains all the materials you will need to handle most of the accidents listed here.

Each manufacturer has specific guidelines, please follow those of your floor's manufacturer.