The gloss level, or sheen,of surface finishes on a new floor will probably not be one of your most important questions when you go to buy a new hardwood floor. For most shoppers attributes like grade, price, width or color are bigger issues. However, since you are here,learning everything that you can so that you can purchase a floor that not only makes you happy today,but a floor that keeps you happy for decades to come, let’s take a few minutes to learn about glossy finish on hardwood ... Read more...

Staring at samples of laminate vs lvp online can feel a bit disconnected. Without being the room or holding a sample, its easy to be unsure which to pick. It can feel like choosing between two equally enticing desserts—both have their unique appeal.

Laminate flooring wins hearts with its ability to mimic the beauty and feel of real wood. It's affordable, durable, and looks really good. But, let a little water spill, and its charming looks will curdle into a horrific disaster. 

On the other hand, LVP steps up with an unbeatable waterproof construction. It’s moisture-resistant, durable, and can emulate both stone and wooden floors. It will install easily with click lock inserts, all while laughing in the face of liquid spills. But there’s a trade-off—those footsteps might sound a little louder than you’d like.

As a homeowner who’s walked, cleaned, and lived on both laminate and LVP, I’m here to help you understand their differences. From construction details to maintenance tips, this guide has everything you need to confidently pick the flooring that’s just right for your home. Let’s settle this flooring debate once and for all!

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This is a common question and thankfully its easy to answer. No. Bleach can ruin a wooden floor even if you're super careful. Many customers wish to use this harsh chemical to remove stubborn urine stains or to brighten a dull floor. I am recommending safer alternatives down below. There are many important aspects when it comes to using bleach and cleaning hard surfaces. Raw undiluted bleach is not recommended on your solid hardwood floors or your engineered hardwood floors. A diluted ... Read more...

Gloss levels is a fun topic for hardwood flooring. Its kinda hard to explain without pictures in person, but online its easy! Check out the pictures below. We sell cheap hardwood flooring and often suggest customers to go with a matte finish. Why? Because it shows less wear and tear from abuse in the long run. Can glossy and semi gloss finishes last a long time? Sure! But I'm cheap, and I want to replace flooring as little as possible in my home! But many people want the specific look of a ... Read more...

So, you're staring at your worn-out wooden floors, considering how to sand a floor by hand. Maybe you have a small space, a tight budget, or prefer a hands-on approach to your floor sanding project. The goal of your hardwood flooring project is do get an amazing finish.  I believe a seasoned DIYer and complete beginners can get a great sand and final color done well. We'll cover everything from selecting the right sandpaper and sander tools for your floor finish to addressing those tricky ... Read more...

The Shaw Luxury Vinyl Plank Gallery is a high quality SPC flooring series of products! Any vinyl plank floors from Shaw’s Floorte Pro Collections are quality options for you home. We made this page on our website to help you purchase an LVP floor from Shaw easier with extra information. We list out the plank thicknesses, wear layers, rigid core compositions, and enhanched texture graphics that should be imprtant for you. None of the specs mentioned can help pass the "Do I actually I like it, ... Read more...

I Hate to Brag, But Really Cheap Floors is truly the best place to buy hardwood flooring online! We know how to stock amazing deals on flooring I am biased here. But our hardwood floors are made by the best flooring brands in America! Looking for the best place to get hardwood floors online is a tall task for just any old weekday Google search. However, when it comes to hardwood floors, you want the best price for top-quality floors. And who can blame you? When you purchase hardwood flooring ... Read more...

Hickory hardwood flooring is a popular and durable choice for flooring. You'll find its mentioned as a charming rustic hardwood and that it will most likely last for decades. Many decor professionals will recommend hickory, but I can help you understand the  hickory flooring pros and cons you need to juggle. There is a creamy brown heartwood that will add a ton of contrast to a piece of lighter sapwood in the same board! This is what drives the aesthetic appeal for hickory, and for some, ... Read more...

Before you buy a new tub of paint to compliment red oak hardwood lets cover some color theory basics. Especially if you're trying to do this without your wife's direction! Red oak can mess with ya if you're not careful! Red oak will show lots of wood grain and warm reddish-orange undertones in each hardwood plank. Balancing a natural stain or a strong stained color with a neutral wall paint is the goal.   The wall paint only needs t complement the floor, it doesn't need to be the main ... Read more...

Red oak floors are a classic choice for homes. A northern red oak wood floor has a noble reputation for being durable with a unique wood grain. Because its such a go-to floor, it can feel a little drab. So lets spruce them up with a modern edge!   There are a few creative ways to give those red oak floors a fresh feel and I can't wait for you to see them below! Thes classic hardwoods can work with modern aesthetics extremely well. It all comes down to the technique and smart design ... Read more...

Ever wondered what's behind those sleek, smooth surfaces in modern furniture and flooring? Chances are, it's a high-density fiberboard (HDF), especially for engineered hardwood flooring. And its a big splasher in the engineered wood products pool. The durability and versatility of a smooth sheet good that can replace plywood for fine finish projects is perfect for DIY home and office upgrades. Let's discover why it's crucial in construction and design. Table of Contents: HDF Definition? ... Read more...

So, you’ve heard or seen a medium density fiberboard (MDF) acronym on a flooring box before. But what is MDF, anyway? Is it truly as cost-effective as they say? Let's see what MDF wood is and if its all that its cracked up to be. Is it the right engineered hardwood floor for your next project. I’ll even share my experiences, both good and bad.  Table of Contents:  Whats MDF, Really? Why Choose MDF for Flooring? MDF’s Downside: It Doesn't Take Moisture Well Working with ... Read more...