Serving the Greater Capital District
and Adirondack Region

Solid Natural Hardwood Flooring

Solid hardwood flooring is elegant, durable and gorgeous. It is commonly available in strips 1-1/2 to 2-1/2 inches wide or planks 4 to 8 inches wide and available unfinished or prefinished. Natural hardwood floors are glued or nailed and best installed by a professional.

Advantages:

Very elegant and beautiful
Very comfortable under foot
Extremely long-lasting
Can be sanded and refinished over and over for many decades
There are dozens of species of trees to choose from, each with it’s own look and character. The most popular species are Oak, Maple, Walnut, Hickory, Bamboo and Cork

Disadvantages:

Susceptible to temperature, moisture and humidity and can warp, swell, be discolored or stained
Surface can be scratched somewhat more easily than engineered hardwoods.

Best Uses:

Living rooms, dining rooms, hallways, bedrooms and other dry areas not susceptible to excess moisture, water or dampness.

Uses to Avoid:

Kitchens, Bathrooms, Mud Rooms, Basements
High moisture areas, areas that can get wet often
Areas with extreme temperature variations, extreme sunlight conditions

Installation:

Professional installation or at least advice recommended

Resources:

See Part 1 Guide to Hardwood Flooring

Manufacturers:

iNSPIRATION