Tips to choose a Wood Floor

When homeowners are choosing new flooring, they should consider all the benefits and beauty of wood. Wood floors are comfortable, durable and very affordable, and nothing quite compares to the character and warmth they bring to every room in the house. While there are a great variety of woods, colors and finishes available today, not every type of wood flooring is suitable for every proyect.

At SMART CHOICE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY located in Atlanta, we give you three things to keep in mind when choosing the perfect wood floor for your home:

1. Type of wood flooring:

There are two types of wood flooring products: Solid hardwood and Engineered hardwood. Both types offer the same beauty of real hardwood, but the primary difference between solid hardwood and engineered flooring is in the floor’s composition. Since solid wood flooring is subject to expand and contract relative to a home’s humidity it needs to be installed on the ground floor or above grade. Engineered flooring, is more stable due to its multi-ply construction and can be installed on all levels of the home, making it perfect for basements and bathrooms where dampness and moisture can be issues.

2. Type of finish:

The finish is the real determining factor in the overall appearance of a wood floor. The same wood species will look completely different finished in a clear gloss, versus a distressed, hand-scraped or wire-brush finish. There are different gloss levels and finishing techniques that change the overall look of the wood floor, a low gloss matte finish imitate the look of an oil-rubbed European finish, but without the constant care and maintenance.  

Flooring is sold either unfinished or pre-finished: Unfinished floors are sanded and finished on-site, which provides for a consistent seal and prevents dirt and moisture from penetrating the seams between boards. Pre-finished flooring is factory-applied in a controlled setting, and typically receives seven to eight coats of sealant. 

3. Color and Appearance:

Because wood flooring comes in so many different species, styles and finishes, it is fairly easy to select a floor to match any room decoration. If you have a country-style interior, wide plank floors with highly defined wood grains and a distressed appearance will be a good fit.  For Colonial homes, consider wide, random plank width flooring in Oak and Maple.  For traditional interiors, hardwood flooring in Oak, Maple or Walnut, or parquet flooring, will be a perfect choice. Generally, any type of wood can be used in a contemporary setting, depending on what stain or finish is used for example pewter, dark charcoal or whitewash finishes can transform any wood species into a modern masterpiece.

At SMART CHOICE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, we are Siding, Roofing and Flooring specialists and we can help you to renovate your home. 

Our qualified team have years of experience in all aspects of Siding, Roofing and Flooring in Atlanta and surround areas, contact us for a free quote and to see how we can help you!

For more information on our services in Atlanta, give us a call today for all inquiries (678) 628-9987 and visit us at www.atlchoice.com for a free estimate.