{"id":13927,"date":"2022-10-20T01:18:23","date_gmt":"2022-10-20T01:18:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.shopsaveandfloor.com\/blog\/?p=13927"},"modified":"2022-10-03T15:40:55","modified_gmt":"2022-10-03T15:40:55","slug":"how-to-choose-hardwood-floors-for-your-home-a-complete-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.shopsaveandfloor.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-hardwood-floors-for-your-home-a-complete-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose Hardwood Floors For Your Home: A Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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How to Choose Hardwood Floors For Your Home: A Complete Guide<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Flooring installation is a big decision. Flooring installation companies can vary drastically in terms of price, quality, and service. When it comes time to choose a flooring installation company, how do you make sure you are making the best choice for your home? We’ll help you figure out what to look for!<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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One of the first things you’ll want to consider when choosing hardwood flooring is the width of the boards. Flooring installation companies will typically offer a few different options, from narrow strips to wide planks. The width of the boards will affect both the look and feel of your floors.<\/span><\/p>

Narrow strip hardwood floors are typically between two and three inches wide. These boards provide a more traditional look and can make a room feel larger.<\/span><\/p>

Wide plank hardwood floors are typically between four and six inches wide. These boards provide a more contemporary look and can make a room feel cozier.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Flooring installation companies will also offer a variety of wood species to choose from. The most common hardwood floors are made from oak, maple, or cherry. Each species has its own unique grain pattern and color.<\/span><\/p>

Oak hardwood floors are desirable because they are durable and easy to maintain. They can be stained to a variety of different colors, from light blond to dark chocolate brown.<\/span><\/p>

Maple hardwood floors are another option and tend to be lighter in color, with a creamy white or pale blond finish.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Colors play a huge role when it comes to flooring installations. The most popular are natural (unfinished), dark, or light.<\/span><\/p>

– Natural or unfinished hardwood floors have a beautiful wood grain pattern that can be stained to any color you like.<\/span><\/p>

– Dark hardwood floors provide a rich, elegant look to any room. They are perfect for formal living rooms or dining rooms.<\/span><\/p>

– Light hardwood floors are perfect for bedrooms or bathrooms. They can make a small room feel larger and brighter.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The top hardwood floor textures are smooth, hand-scraped, or distressed.<\/span><\/p>

– Smooth hardwood floors have a sleek, modern look. They are easy to clean and maintain.<\/span><\/p>

– Hand-scraped hardwood floors have more of a rustic look. They are perfect for country homes or log cabins.<\/span><\/p>

– Distressed hardwood floors have a weathered look. They are perfect for beach homes or casual living rooms.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Pet Friendly?<\/b><\/span><\/p>

If you have pets, you’ll want to choose a floor that is durable and easy to clean. You’ll also want to choose a color that will hide pet hair and dirt. Dark hardwood floors are a good choice for homes with pets.<\/span><\/p>

Water Resistant?<\/b><\/span><\/p>

If you live in an area with high humidity or frequent floods, you’ll want to choose water-resistant flooring.<\/span><\/p>

If you are considering hardwood floors for your home<\/a>, be sure to contact us today at <\/span>(480) 818-3719<\/b><\/a> and schedule your in-home shopping experience. We are happy to answer any questions you have and are here to help you Shop Save & Floor.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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