Do you have a section of existing floor you'd like to combine with new hardwood floors? You might want to consider weaving the two types of floor together. Why is this important? Weaving Hardwood Floors Together As we've seen time and time again, if you don't weave the new floor in with the
Moving Furniture: Prepping for Flooring Work
Are you getting some flooring work done and aren't quite sure what to do with your furniture? Whether it's initial installation, refinishing or sanding, moving everything out of the room is an important way to prepare as the homeowner. What do we recommend? There are a lot of moving companies and
Hardwood Floor Installation: Top 10 Questions to Ask
Although we live in an age of do-it-yourself home repair, when it comes to carpet or hardwood floor installation, it really is best to hire an expert. How do you decide who to trust with your floors? From carpet to hardwood floor installation, it's important to ask questions up front to make sure
Hardwood Floors – Common Customer Questions Unveiled
At San Jose Hardwood Floors, we install many floors and are asked about everything from choosing the best materials to hiring the best people for the job. What questions do we hear most often? Here are some of the many common questions we receive from people considering a hardwood floor purchase
How Hardwood Flooring is Made, Part 2: Engineered Wood Floors
Are you familiar with the methods used to create floors? Last week we covered how solid hardwood is made, but what about engineered wood flooring? Here’s a basic overview of the process: As we’ve explained before, engineered hardwood is comprised of finished wood and less expensive, stronger wood
How Hardwood Flooring is Made, Part 1: Solid Wood Floors
Have you ever wondered what exactly goes into making hardwood floors? The most traditional and long-standing type, solid wood flooring is made from planks from a single piece of wood. Its creation begins with a tree. After the tree is cut into logs, those marked for flooring (generally have tight
Did You Know? All About Radiant Heating for Hardwood Floors
Did you know that radiant heating is an option for homes with hardwood floors? A way of warming the home through the floors, and perfect for those that like to walk around barefoot, radiant heating has numerous benefits in the home. How does radiant heating work? Radiant heat underneath hardwood
Kitchens are a Great Place for Hardwood Floors
Given that moisture is hard on wood floors, is it wise to put hardwood flooring in the kitchen? You might be surprised to know many homeowners actually prefer a hardwood floor in their kitchen for several reasons: Hardwood floors provide more cushioning on the feet than other popular flooring