Polyurethane Vs. Water-Based Hardwood Floor Finishes & Stains
When it comes to choosing a finish for your hardwood floors, there are two main choices for style. Water-based and Polyurethane finishes. These two types
Hardwood Flooring Goes Green
New concepts in environmentally sound construction include what lies beneath our feet. Consumer awareness and demand for eco-friendly structures has many flooring professionals offering new
How hard is Oak Flooring?
An important characteristic that you should take into consideration when shopping for species of hardwood flooring is the hardness factor. If you been shopping around
Something to think about when choosing a stain color for your hardwood floors
When choosing a hardwood floor stain, color is important. The correct stain color will be pleasing to the eye and bring the flooring to life.
How often should you have your floors refinished?
The National Wood Flooring Association recommends that hardwood floors be refinished every 7-10 years depending on foot traffic. When hardwood floors are rough and damaged
Pine Floors in Older Homes
There are lots of older homes in St. Louis with original pine hardwood floors. Pine is very soft, and therefore is more time consuming and
Hardwood vs Carpet for Small Children
Hardwood flooring is not only a better environment for people with allergies but it is also a safer environment for children and babies who may
What species of wood may be best as far as hardness tests?
The relative hardness of wood species is measured using what is called a Janka Hardness Rating. This test measures the force needed to embed a
Sheen Finish Choices on Hardwood Flooring
We get many questions about the sheen finish (or shine) on wood floors. Sheen finish is a matter of preference, but there are a few
