Wood Flooring Services in Hammond

Natural wood flooring should last a lifetime if properly cared for, but if you have engineered wood flooring, you may need to replace rather than refinishing. Flooring experts like those at Quality Carpet and Flooring will be more than happy to come and consult with you in your home. They will determine if refinishing will give you the desired results or if new flooring is required. Contact them if you are in the Hammond area.

Engineered wood flooring will need to be refinished more often than natural wood planks because the polyurethane finish is not applied as thickly as on natural wood flooring. Refinishing is not difficult; it can just be a little inconvenient. You will need to remove all the furniture and have the floor sanded, and then a new layer of polyurethane can be applied to bring back the luster of your floor. Waiting a few days to bring furniture back onto the floor is recommended to avoid scratching it, but once it is completely dry you can resume normal use. This will need to be done every two or three years and after about three refinishes the engineered flooring will have to be replaced.

Natural plank wood flooring when cared for will only need to be refinished every few years and sometimes a good coat of wax instead of stripping and applying polyurethane is all that is needed. Dry dust mopping and weekly care to be sure there is no buildup of dirt is essential. Dirt and grit will dig into the finish and dull the floor over time. High traffic areas may need more care than other areas to keep the finish looking uniform. Cleaners made for wood floors will also help the luster remain between waxes and will help the floor retain moisture.

The only time a solid wood floor will need replacing is if planks are damaged due to mistreatment, it is allowed to dry out and shrink or warp, or if you want a different type of wood entirely. Most replacement needs are caused by not caring properly for the floor, so take time and protect your natural wood floors. They are a valuable part of your home.

Make Your Kitchen Beautiful with New Flooring

The kitchen is a focal point in your home, so make it as beautiful as possible. New flooring will add depth and personality so choose wisely and consider a few options before making a final decision. The experts at Quality Carpet and Flooring will be of great assistance. They can come to you or you can visit their showroom, but it is important that you consult with flooring professionals. You spend a large amount of time standing in the kitchen, so consider your feet and making the flooring comfortable for you.

Vinyl flooring is always a good choice for the kitchen. It has very few seams for spills to seep into, it is not noisy underfoot like tile can be, it is water and stain resistant, and is budget friendly. Now vinyl can also be purchased in tile size squares, but use caution when installing vinyl because corners and edges tend to curl up and can be a tripping hazard or a need for replacement. Vinyl will not be as durable as wood or tile flooring options.

Wood flooring for the kitchen, either laminate or solid wood planks, is gaining popularity. Wood is quieter than tile or stone and is still spill resistant. You have many choices for style and color in these options too. Wood will also be more forgiving while standing for long periods. There is more shock absorption with wood too. Breakage will not be as common should something be dropped. The durability of wood flooring will rival tile and stone as long as it is cared for properly, so this is a very good option as a long term investment.

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Quality Carpet and Flooring offers service to the New Orleans and surrounding areas (Kenner, Metairie, Laplace, Baton Rouge). We carry a vast selection of flooring products, such as porcelain, tiles, hardwood, and ceramic as well as offer professional installation at your home or business.

Quality Carpet and Flooring offers service to the New Orleans and surrounding areas (Kenner, Metairie, Laplace, Baton Rouge).