Buying Hardwood Flooring: What to Know? Deciding to purchase hardwood flooring for your home is half the battle. The other half is deciding what kind you want and at what price. Hardwood flooring comes in a variety of styles, colors, sizes and price ranges. It's up to you to do your research, relying on the expert assistance of your flooring provider. Here is a handy guide to follow when buying hardwood flooring. Settling on a Wood Species This refers to which type of tree the wood originates from, which can affect elements such as hue, grain, dimensional stability and hardness. Some species have a better workability than others, and are more adaptable to actions like sanding, finishing and nailing, says Home Tips. How hard the wood is will determine how well it will sustain wear and tear over its lifetime. Take a good look at the hardness rating (AKA Janka rating), ranging from 1320 (white ash) to 2820 (Brazilian cherry). Dimensional Stability In general, hardwoods are harder than softwoods: makes sense, really. However, they tend to be more difficult to put in and they carry a higher price tag than their softer counterparts. Be sure to consider the dimensional stability [...]The post Buying Hardwood Flooring - What to Know? appeared first on Carpet Heritage.
