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How to Protect Your Floor While Moving Furniture

January 13, 2021 6:34 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Torn and scratched flooring sets a bad tone for your new Santa Cruz, CA home. When you plan for the big move, an important part of the process is figuring out how you will protect the flooring. Consider the following methods for hardwood floor and carpet protection so you can start this next chapter of your life on the right foot. Move furniture on dollies and sliders As a general rule, you should avoid dragging heavy furniture across carpet and hard floors. Friction will tear the carpet fibers and leave scratches in the wood. But when you’re tired at the... View Article


How Durable Is an Engineered Hardwood Floor?

December 23, 2020 10:51 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Hardwood flooring isn’t cheap, so a lot of homeowners search for economical—yet equally beautiful—alternatives. Engineered hardwood flooring is a durable and attractive option in Santa Cruz, CA, but how well does it hold up compared to solid wood floors? Depending on your lifestyle and home needs, engineered hardwood can be an affordable solution. Read on to learn the difference between engineered hardwood and solid wood, and how durable they are. What is engineered hardwood? Engineered hardwood is made with a thin layer of real hardwood laid over a thicker plank of high-quality plywood. It tends to be less expensive and... View Article


The Best Wood Flooring Options if You Have a Dog

December 9, 2020 10:51 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

If you have a dog, there’s no guarantee that they’ll stay confined to the rugs and runners you put out. Most dogs have nails that scratch and gouge the floor sealer, even if you keep them meticulously trimmed. Tile, stone, laminate and vinyl are all much better options when you have dogs in the house. If you don’t want to give up your pets or your wooden flooring, read on for the best wood flooring options for homes with dogs in Santa Cruz, CA. Choose a hardwood When you’re picking out wood flooring, avoid soft woods like pine and fir... View Article


What Is Reclaimed Hardwood?

November 25, 2020 11:36 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Whether you’re a seasoned renovator or just taking on your first project, the choices you have to make can seem overwhelming. Couple that with the desire to both achieve the right look and minimize your carbon footprint, and you can face some tough decisions. Fortunately, reclaimed hardwood in Santa Cruz, CA checks all of these boxes for many of our customers. Reclaimed hardwood is any lumber that’s been used for a previous building project. It might come from an old barn’s siding or from the floor of a century-old house, but it always provides a unique and comfortable look that’s... View Article


An Overview of Eco-Friendly Flooring Solutions

November 11, 2020 11:35 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

The glut of home renovation shows on television these days has made it seem like it’s never been easier to totally update and renovate your home. On top of this, the uncertain times we live in have caused us all to spend more time around the house, wondering what we might like to do differently. All of this adds up to a lot of renovation plans and a lot of customers asking us about eco-friendly flooring solutions in Santa Cruz, CA. As we all become more and more aware of the footprints we leave on the environment, it’s never been... View Article