Wood floors have many myths attached to them. Because of these myths perceived as facts, those who are interested in installing wood floors in their home shy away from them as a result. A handful of the most common myths concerning wood flooring is what we at Flooring Solutions of Oklahoma would like to bust some of these myths.
Do Wood Floors Get Scratched & Damaged Easily?
Over time, no matter what type of floor you have, will show wear. One of the few options that can have the wear restored like new are hardwood floors, however. In most cases, the scratches and other signs of wear are only affecting the finish, not always the wood. Fortunately, the wood floors are revitalized and looking like new again with some maintenance, such as removing the old refinish, some sanding, and reapplying a fresh new coat of finish. By a trained professional any deeper scratched that are in fact etched in the wood can be sanded out in some applications and refinished. To make the wood floors beautiful, they have the right equipment and can make the necessary repair. Also, use felt pads on furniture, keep the pet’s nails trimmed, make sure to kick off the athletic cleats and high-heel shoes, you can minimize the wear with throw rugs and runner in the high-traffic areas and preserve the wood floors.
Do Wood Floors Cost A Lot?
Wood floors is one of the more cost-effective options available properly cared for and well maintained, but depending on the type of the wood floor, the initial installation cost could be more than other options. They are a wiser investment since wood floors can last as much as 5 times as longer as some other options. Additionally, wood flooring is known to increase the home’s value as well.
Are Wood Floors Difficult to Maintain?
Keeping wood floors clean and cared for is relatively simple. Remove dirt and debris from off the surface and in between the floorboards with a dust mop, sweep, or vacuum with the with the beater bar turned off. Whenever possible, avoid wet mops and steam mops and water in general. With a slightly damp cloth, clean any spills and immediately dry. A wood floor cleaner can renew the shine when the wood floors look dull.
Do Wood Floors Show Dust More?
Though it may just be as visible as other flooring options it is simpler to remove, wood floors do not harbor the dust, mold and animal dander like say carpets do.
Is an Engineered Floor Considered Wood Flooring
As engineered wood derives from multiple layers of wood or wood composite veneers, they are wood floors. Laminated floors are not wood, however. The adhesives used to bind the veneers together as well as the finish applied on top of the veneer to protect the wood is the only non-wood components used to make engineered wood flooring.
Do Kids & Pets Ruin Hardwood Floors?
For any lifestyle, wood floors are very durable. Some are more durable than others as there are many different types of species used for wood flooring. You can select a wood floor more suitable for your lifestyle as the Janka scale measures the durability and hardness of the wood floor. The various finishes also minimize the wear they can assist the wood flooring in the high-traffic situations as well.
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Call Flooring Solutions of Oklahoma and we will help you find and install the most optimal wood floor option for you whether solid hardwood or engineered wood flooring if you are considering wood floors.
