Floyd Abdul of GA Flooring, Inc., agrees, stating, “The finishes used today are made to last a lifetime.” This includes the newest aluminum oxide finishes, which Stubbs says are one of the biggest innovations in prefinished woods today. “Finishes will continue to be developed so that they are harder and more scratch resistant,” she explains. “And with increasing technologies, hardwood floors will become easier to care for.”
The Investment of a Lifetime Of course, your budget will play a key role in your hardwood flooring choices. As Bernard notes, “Putting in
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hardwood will on average be about two times greater than the installation
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of carpet.” The ultimate cost will relate to the species of wood and finishes you choose. But it’s also important to keep in mind that the final cost does not include the materials alone. “Always look at the entire quote, as
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many stores price labor and materials differently. That can be confusing for consumers,” Abdul states. From subflooring to sanding and finishing, there are several elements that go into a quote for hardwood installation. Kandrac recommends getting multiple quotes and using a professional installation company that is insured. When you do your homework, you’ll be sure to have a positive experience. And in the end, you’ll have a home that you can enjoy for years to come. As Clark concludes, “Hardwood flooring is an investment that will last a lifetime.” RESOURCES: Cheryl Draa Interior Designs CherylDraaInteriordesigns.com Enhance Floors & More | EnhanceFloors.com Floor & Décor | FloorandDecor.com GA Flooring, Inc. | GaFlooring.com Glover’s Flooring America | GloversFloors.net Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs, Inc. Kandrac-Kole.com MODA Floors & Interiors ModaFloorsandInteriors.com Speedheat US | SpeedHeat.us AtlantaHomeImprovement.com
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