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Natural Oil Finish vs UV Oil Finish for Your Hardwood Floors

by Unique Wood FloorsHardwood Flooring, Maintenance November 8, 2012January 2, 2025No Comments

Hardwood flooring comes in a wide range of colors and stains. Either pre-finished or finished onsite after installation, hardwood flooring finishes provide protection, enhance the appearance, and increase durability. Consumers may be surprised at the choices available for finishing hardwood, including popular, eco-friendly methods with an oil base. Deciding between natural oil finish vs UV …

What Tools Do I Need to Install a Floating Wood Floor?

by Unique Wood FloorsInstallation October 24, 2012January 3, 2025No Comments

DIY enthusiasts need to be prepared when planning to tackle a floating wood floor installation. Besides purchasing a quality brand and reading up on the instructions, DIY fans need to gather the tools needed to install a floating wood floor. Check out this quick checklist before getting started on your project below…

All You Need to Know About Bamboo Floors

by Unique Wood FloorsHardwood Flooring October 4, 2012January 3, 2025No Comments

Bamboo floors are rapidly gaining popularity due to their strength and environmental benefits. However, many consumers may not fully understand the details of this product. So, what should they know and consider when purchasing new bamboo flooring? Check below to find out more…

Get to Know Us at Unique Wood Floors

by Unique Wood FloorsOther September 24, 2012January 3, 2025No Comments

Unique Wood Floors aims to be the leading expert in factory-finished hardwoods in North America, providing expertise and a broad range of flooring-related products to clients across North America. Our showrooms in the Minneapolis-St. Paul Metro provides clients with a chance to learn about everything that goes into a flooring project. Our popular website offers …

How Housing Trends Affect the Hardwood Flooring Market

by Unique Wood FloorsTrends September 17, 2012January 4, 2025No Comments

Both homeowners and homebuyers appreciate the look and feel of hardwood flooring. Shifts in housing trends affect that level of appreciation and increase the popularity of certain wood flooring. Look inside the hardwood flooring market by considering current housing trends.

Choosing Between Domestic vs Exotic Hardwood Floors

by Unique Wood FloorsTrends August 30, 2012January 4, 2025No Comments

Consumers need to consider several factors when shopping for hardwood floors. One of the most important decisions to make is choosing between domestic vs exotic hardwood floors. From color to hardness, durability, and price point, the characteristics of each species can be vastly different, creating a distinct look in your living space. Examine the two …

Top 10 Reasons to Buy Wood Floors Online

by Unique Wood FloorsTrends August 21, 2012January 4, 2025No Comments

Wood floors create a warm, comforting atmosphere in any room of your home, enhancing living space and improving property value. In the past homeowners traveled from flooring store to flooring store, searching for the ideal wood floors at an affordable price. Savvy shoppers can now buy wood floors online which helps save time and money. …

What Should You Expect From Your Newly Installed Hardwood Flooring?

by Unique Wood FloorsHardwood Flooring, Installation, Maintenance July 31, 2012January 4, 2025No Comments

Hardwood flooring remains a popular choice for homes of all sizes, outlasting the latest home décor trends and improving the value of homes across the country. Consumers should consider this type of flooring as a lifetime investment, but performance, durability, and appearance depend on product quality and installation methods. Be sure you know what to …

Does Your Home Need Minor Floor Prep or Major Floor Prep?

by Unique Wood FloorsInstallation July 24, 2012January 4, 2025No Comments

Preparation is key to successful flooring installation. The subfloor must be in optimal condition for adhesives and materials to bond properly. Basic prep is usually included in the installation cost, but major prep may raise the price and extend the timeline.

Benefits of Cumaru Brazilian Teak Wood Floors

by Unique Wood FloorsHardwood Flooring July 16, 2012January 4, 2025No Comments

Stronger than domestic hardwood species, Cumaru Brazilian Teak is an exotic wood used for solid hardwood and engineered wood flooring products. Homeowners can benefit from several characteristics of this species, including its strength and distinct appearance. Although the cost is a bit higher than popular domestics like Red Oak and Maple, Brazilian Teak creates a …

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