Hardwood floors are a classic home building material due to their natural beauty and long-lasting durability. The combination of a distinguished look and excellent resale value makes them one of the most used materials for floors today.
With a wide variety of hardwood flooring options available on the market today, we want to provide our readers with useful information about selecting the perfect hardwood floor for your project, as well as the technical and aesthetic aspects of hardwood.
From classic hardwood floors to innovative new products, we offer valuable insight about the various styles of hardwood, as well as the finishes and construction uses for each. As hardwood floors are constantly evolving, we regularly update the section to keep our readers informed of new products and uses for the traditional wood flooring.
Introduction Return On Investment (ROI) is a financial yardstick used to evaluate the profitability of an investment by estimating how much profit was made in relation to the initial cost. This figure is important for homeowners because it helps them figure out whether to spend money on a particular expenditure. Among home improvement projects, new …
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Introduction Like contractors in all major cities, builders in the Twin Cities area are facing longer lead times and rising materials costs due to a combination of issues, thanks to labor shortages, supply disruptions, tariff uncertainties, and global conflicts. In fact, according to Mortensen, a national builder with a Minneapolis office, construction costs in the …
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Introduction St. Paul, MN, blends historic charm with modern urban living, featuring walkable neighborhoods filled with beautifully preserved 19th-century and Victorian architecture. While its neighboring city, Minneapolis, is often seen as the more “hip” of the Twin Cities, St. Paul exudes a warm, traditional, and relaxed atmosphere. This unique character is also reflected in the …
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Introduction Did you know that over half of the homes in the U.S. have at least one staircase? Chances are yours does too. If you haven’t given much thought to whether it’s better to use hardwood or carpeting for your stairs, here is the chance to consider the solution to this common dilemma. In this …
A home’s entryway and the mudroom are two of its hardest-working spaces. The entryway, at the front of the house, welcomes guests, while the mudroom, at the side or back entrance, is designed to enhance a family’s daily routine all year long. It makes sense that these areas should be durable and practical for everyday …
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Wheelchair use is at an all-time high in the United States. An estimated 3.5 to 5.5 million Americans use a wheelchair or similar device, and the number continues to grow each year. The ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) mandates wheelchair accessibility in public spaces. While it is not required in privately owned single-family homes, you …
You have probably noticed that radiant heat is starting to show up all over the place in hardwood floors. This new level of comfort adds that amazing feeling of stepping out of bed on a fully warmed floor on a cold winter night. We’ll go over some of the technical aspects that you need to …
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Styles certainly come and go, but some tend to stick around longer — and enjoy more frequent resurgences — than others. The mid-century modern style provides a great example of this. Mid-century modern was likely the leading style employed in U.S. homes for nearly 30 years, and it remains popular with people to this very …
Hardwood floors have become increasingly popular over the last several years, as homeowners seek to capitalize on all the important benefits they provide. In fact, while hardwood floors have often been used in living rooms, bedrooms, and halls, they’re even becoming more commonly used in kitchens. In 2023, a HouzzKitchen Trend Report found that 22% …
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One of the biggest benefits hardwood floors provide is their durability. When properly installed and well-maintained, high-quality hardwood floors may last for 50 years or longer. But eventually, even the finest hardwood floors will begin to show signs of wear. They start to fade a bit, and the tiny scratches and scuffs start to add …
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