March 8, 2021 9:33 pm
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When choosing flooring for your Santa Cruz, CA home, you may be struggling to decide between hardwood and laminate wood flooring. Upon first glance, they appear to be pretty similar, but there are some differences you should be aware of. One major difference is the price. Laminate wood flooring is less expensive than hardwood flooring. On the flip side, however, hardwood is often seen as more visually and aesthetically appealing. Here are some of the pros and cons of hardwood vs. laminate wood flooring in Santa Cruz, CA. Pros of laminate wood flooring More durable: Laminate flooring is more resistant... View Article
February 23, 2021 8:44 pm
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There’s nothing more classic than wood flooring. From hardwood all the way to laminate and vinyl faux wood, there are countless ways to make your home look stylish and fresh with one of 2021’s wood flooring trends. As flooring technology improves, wood flooring manufacturers have increased the options they offer when it comes to materials, affordability and style. Here are some of the 2021 wood flooring trends you can expect to see in the Santa Cruz, CA area and beyond. Engineered wood Engineered hardwood flooring consists of a thin veneer of true hardwood over more resilient, manufactured materials like fiberboard... View Article
November 25, 2020 11:36 pm
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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
August 21, 2020 11:02 pm
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When you decide to invest in hardwood flooring, you want to make sure you’re getting your money’s worth. Unfortunately, a lot of homeowners don’t know enough about floor selection to make the best decision when it comes to hardwood products. Understanding more about some of the technical aspects of hardwood flooring selection can help you make a better choice for your project. Keep reading to learn about moisture in hardwood flooring and find out the moisture content of our hardwood floors in Santa Cruz, CA. Moisture content and hardwood flooring Hardwood flooring is supposed to stay dry, but it’s impossible... View Article
August 7, 2020 11:02 pm
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Installing new hardwood flooring can make a huge difference in the look and feel of a space. Not only does hardwood flooring boost the aesthetic appeal of a home, it can also boost its value and functionality. To enjoy all the benefits of your new hardwood floor, it’s important to start with effective installation. So, can a hardwood floor be floated in Santa Cruz, CA? Keep reading to find out the answer. What is floor floating? Floor floating is an installation technique in which flooring is installed over a subfloor or other layer without the use of nails or adhesives.... View Article
