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Why Wood Floors? Like a fine piece of furniture, wood flooring increases in value and becomes more beautiful with time. In a national survey, 90 percent of real estate agents said that houses with wood flooring sell faster and for more money. Wood is a natural resource, renewable and recyclable. Buildings, barns, ships and other structures made of wood often find a second life in wood flooring, cabinets, walls and ceilings. And leading allergists agree that wood floors are the perfect choice for a healthy home. The state-of-the-art technology and almost limitless choices of today's stains, finishes, styles and designs make wood flooring one of the most practical, easy-care and versatile floor coverings today. Maintained properly, wood flooring should never have to be replaced. Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I consider hardwood
floors? When should I consider new floors? You should consider new hardwood floors from the time you start thinking about decorating your existing or new house. What is the relationship between my floors and my home decorating? The species, color, and floor design will influence many of your decorating choices including trim, cabinetry, and wall coverings. What is the difference in grades of wood? Click here to view an informative "grade chart" for various woods. What is the warranty on my new floors? The maximum warranty provided by Sergio's Ceramic Tile is a 5 (five) year on job site finished project. The consumer has a 25 year warranty through the manufacturer. How do I maintain my hardwood floors? Always use a product that will not leave a wax or oil residue on your floor, as these may cause a problem when you need to refinish your floor. Judiciously utilize door mats and area rugs to reduce the impact of high-traffic areas and outside dirt being tracked in. Also, be conscious of scratching from various sources such as high heels, moving furniture, etc. What about cracking? Because hardwood floors are sensitive to climate, some cracking is common. Humidity causes expansion and brings contraction. To minimize cracking, a humidifier can be used to balance out the hot Texas weather environment by maintaining the humidity level between 30% and 50%. Is solid hardwood the best in all cases? No. Engineered floors are actually more dimensionally stable in that they move less than solid wood floors, can be used in a wider variety of applications, and are less subject to moisture variations. Is ¾" hardwood the best in all cases? No. ¾" hardwood has less than ¼" of actual surface that can be used before re-surfacing. ¾" also moves more than lesser thickness' due to a bigger sponge effect. Traditionally, wood floors were made of ¾" thickness because they were a structural element over a floor joists. Does sanding and finishing a floor take off a lot of wood? The sanding and finishing process, including all coarseness' of sandpaper, only reduces the thickness by 1/64". Do hardwood floors need wax to restore the sheen when they become dull? Most hardwood floors are now finished with urethane and require no wax. In fact, wax will actually harm the floor by preventing re-coating. Are site-finished floors waterproof? Site-Finished floors shrink and actually allow water between the boards which can cause permanent damage if not mopped up immediately. What is the appropriate time period for allowing the wood to acclimate to the house? Most all hardwood flooring is milled between 6% & 9% moisture content and requires only 3-4 days in the area to be installed for temperature and moisture acclimation. The critical element is completion of all wet surfacing and 48 hours of normal temperature settings preceding installation. Does the subfloor have to be perfectly level to install a hardwood floor? No. The subfloor does not have to be level, but must be flat for a proper installation. In some case, even an uneven subfloor can be corrected. |
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