HARDWOOD FLOORING TORONTO

Cost of Hardwood Flooring

The cost of hardwood flooring ranges from $1 to $10 per square foot. The price may be much higher depending on the species and the manufacturing technique used by the manufacturer.

Harder woods take much longer to grow and are thus scarce and a lot more expensive. While the initial cost of hardwood floors is high, you have to bear in mind that these materials will outlast any other flooring option.

Benefits of Hardwood Floors

There are many reasons why hardwood flooring is preferred when upgrading the flooring of a home. Here are the top reasons why our team at Hard Wood Planet recommends hardwood floors.

• Enhance the Ambience

Hardwood floors add a bit of warmth to your home as well as elegance. Some homeowners also believe that installing hardwood floors makes the room look bigger. Hardwood floors offer the best way to make an amazing first impression.

• Low Maintenance

It is very easy to clean hardwood floors. You can sweep, steam-clean, or vacuum them to remove debris or dirt. Hardwoods are also more stain-resistant than carpets. If you spill something on them, you simply wipe it off.

• Strong and Durable

Hardwood floors are selected for their durability. While they may get dented or scratched, the problems are not easy to find. With proper care, your hardwood floors can last for decades.

• Boost the Value of Your Home

Buyers pay more for houses with hardwood floors than those with carpets. Moreover, because this is a highly sought feature, having wood flooring will help you sell your house even faster.

• Better Air Quality

Hardwood floors don’t trap animal dander, pollen, dust and other allergens. You will thus enjoy better indoor air quality. These floors are ideal for persons with allergies.

• Cost-Effective

While the installation cost may be high, hardwood floors are easy to maintain. Their durability reduces cleaning and repair costs. You also don’t need to replace them for generations.

• Color Does Not Fade

Hardwood floors have a steady appearance that is not affected by wear and tear.

• Improves Acoustics

Hardwood floors reduce vibrations or hollow sounds. This is the reason hardwood is popular in music and dance studios.

• It’s Warm

Hardwood is moderately warm. It maintains an even temperature all year. It is warmer than natural stone and is compatible with underfloor radiant heating systems.

How to Choose Hardwood Floors

You will be spoilt for choice when shopping for hardwood floors. The good news is there are a couple of things you can focus on to make the best decision.

• Solid or Engineered Flooring

Hardwood flooring is available either as solid wood or engineered flooring. Solid wood are planks of solid timber whereas engineered wood is a plank made using a thin top layer of hardwood which is bonded to other layers. Engineered wood is cheaper and ideal for rooms with a concrete subfloor. The downside is unlike solid wood; most engineered floors cannot be sanded or refinished.

• Prefinished or Site Finish

You can either buy hardwood planks that have a raw face, that are finished by a professional after installation, or prefinished which has a topcoat that is already applied. Prefinished wood lets you see exactly how the final product will look like and it takes less time to install. Site finish, on the other hand, allows you to customize the final finish the way you want.

• Wood Type

Oak and Walnut are the most popular hardwood options in North America. Walnut is softer than oak but comes with deep colors. Our team will help pick the best type of wood based on your needs. We will also help select the right grain pattern.