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We will return your house in the same condition we found it, but with new flooring.
We fix cracks, breaks and scratches on your wooden floors.
We restore old wooden floors to maintain their structural and aesthetic integrity.
Solid Hardwood Flooring Vs Vinyl/Laminate Flooring
Solid wood floors are made from a single piece of wood, which allows for a more robust and very durable surface. During restorations, they can be sanded and refinished multiple times, making them a long-lasting investment.
Structural wood consists of a surface layer of real wood over multiple layers of plywood, providing great stability and moisture resistance.
Type of solid wood:
Maple: With its extreme durability and amazing variety of colors, maple is a reliable choice for home projects.
White Oak: Offers superior resistance to dents and impacts. Additionally, this wood easily accepts a variety of stains, allowing you to customize it to your taste.
Walnut: Its rich, dark tones add warmth and elegance to any room. As a softer wood, it requires extra care and maintenance to preserve its appearance.
Vinyl flooring is an exceptionally durable and easy-to-maintain option, known for its extreme resilience. This type of flooring is not only affordable, but also offers excellent value for money, making it a smart choice for any home. One of its main advantages is its notable resistance to humidity.
Vinyl is incredibly waterproof, making it perfect for areas like bathrooms, kitchens, and basements, where there is a constant risk of leaks or spills. Its ability to resist water and humidity ensures that it maintains its integrity and appearance over time, providing peace of mind and durability to homeowners.
Laminate floors consist of a plywood core, a thin graphic layer, and a translucent, highly durable synthetic top layer. This structure allows them to perfectly imitate other materials, such as hardwood, but with significant advantages: they are much cheaper, easier to install and require less maintenance.
Choosing laminate flooring means opting for the beauty and elegance of wood without giving up practicality and economy.
Laminate Smooth: A smooth varnish finish, similar to that found on a polished wood floor.
Laminate Textured: This finish is etched to mimic the grains of certain types of wood, providing more character while maintaining the benefits of laminate flooring.
Laminate Distressed: This product has been distressed or hand scraped to closely reproduce the texture of a real wood floor.
The herringbone pattern is one of the most popular today and resembles the zigzag pattern. The main difference is that herringbone floor boards are rectangular, while zigzag floor boards are cut at an angle.
Choosing laminate flooring means opting for the beauty and elegance of wood without giving up practicality and economy.
Laminate Smooth: A smooth varnish finish, similar to that found on a polished wood floor.
Laminate Textured: This finish is etched to mimic the grains of certain types of wood, providing more character while maintaining the benefits of laminate flooring.
Laminate Distressed: This product has been distressed or hand scraped to closely reproduce the texture of a real wood floor.
Because of their need to withstand heavy wear and tear, most skirting boards are made from solid wood. However, composite materials such as MDF (medium density fiberboard) are sometimes used because they are more economical and resistant to mold and mildew, especially if there are water intrusion problems.
To prevent excessive accumulation of humid air in the space under a suspended wooden floor, adequate ventilation is necessary. An even distribution of vents will ensure the elimination of pockets of stagnant air where moisture could accumulate.
Learn why wooden flooring is the perfect choice for any home. With its timeless and natural quality, it creates a cozy and elegant atmosphere that transforms your interior space. Easy to clean, keeping your home free of germs and dust ideal for those with allergies.
Before choosing the right wooden floor for your needs, it is crucial to consider several aspects. 1: The type of subfloor is a determining factor, as it will influence whether you opt for plywood or solid wood. 2: In homes with high traffic, harder woods are generally recommended for their resistance to wear. 3: The finish and style you will use for your space.
Nailing/staple installation
It is a nail installation primarily used to attach flooring planks over a wooden subfloor or a sturdy solid wood substructure. In this method, the planks are secured by nailing them below the subfloor.
Nail and glue
For boards 4” or larger, it is recommended to combine nailing with the use of glue during installation.
Installation with glue
When nailing is not feasible, glue is an excellent option, especially when joining wood floors to dry, fully cured concrete.
Floating installation
This technique consists of joining the floor planks together without fixing them to the subfloor. They connect using an interlock system or an adhesive applied to the tongue. The main advantage of this method is that the wood floor moves as a unit, which helps reduce the formation of cracks between the boards.
To ensure the durability of your hardwood floor, it is crucial to maintain regular and proper cleaning. This includes using a microfiber mop to remove dust daily, vacuuming weekly with a soft-bristled vacuum cleaner, and mopping with a cleaner specifically for hardwood floors at least once a month. Depending on your traffic, consider reapplying a polyurethane finish every 5 years to protect the surface.
It is also essential to act quickly in the event of liquid spills to avoid additional damage. Additionally, placing mats and pads in high-traffic areas will help reduce wear and tear. Lastly, using protective pads on furniture is an effective measure to prevent scratches and marks on your hardwood floor.
Avoid using harsh or abrasive chemicals when cleaning your hardwood floor, as they can reduce its lifespan. This includes substances such as ammonia, oil soaps, wax or vinegar.
Wearing high heels on hardwood floors can cause dents.
It is crucial to protect furniture legs to avoid damaging the finish of your hardwood floor. It is recommended to place protective pads under the furniture legs.
Prolonged exposure to sunlight and UV rays can cause discoloration or changes to the protective polyurethane finish on your wood floor. To prevent this, it is advisable to use curtains or blinds that block harmful sun rays.
Hardwood floors are versatile and can be installed over a variety of surfaces such as ceramic, concrete, wood subfloors, vinyl, and marble. It is essential to consult with an expert before proceeding with the installation to ensure an optimal result.
The internal structure of wood, which is made up of fibers, gives wood low conductivity and heat diffusion.
This characteristic allows wooden floors to retain heat better in winter,
providing warmth, and to stay cool in summer, promoting energy savings and better
thermal performance in your home.
It is common for wide plank floors to develop cracks due to seasonal contraction and expansion. To minimize this problem, it is advisable to maintain a constant humidity level between 45% and 55% throughout the year. Controlling humidity by dehumidifying in the humid summer months and humidifying during the drier seasons helps stabilize the environment and reduce the chances of cracking.
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