Hardwood floors are known for their durability, making them a top choice for homeowners. They can handle heavy foot traffic, support bulky furniture, and still look great over time. Plus, their easy maintenance makes them ideal for families with kids and pets. However, not all hardwood floors are the same. The quality, available designs, pricing, and, of course, the durability will vary depending on the specific hardwood type. As the homeowner, it’s your job to ensure that all these ... Read more...

Laminate flooring is one of the most popular choices for budget-conscious homeowners, and for good reason. It looks great, holds up well to daily traffic, and costs a fraction of what hardwood runs. But when water enters the picture, things get more complicated. One of the main questions about the laminate floors of 2026 is if these new era laminates have a waterproof surface now? So is laminate flooring waterproof? The short answer is no, but the full answer depends on the type of laminate you ... Read more...

Traditional vinyl flooring is a go-to choice for moisture-prone areas like bathrooms, kitchens, basements, and laundry rooms when shopping for cheap flooring. However, luxury vinyl plank flooring (LVP)  is quickly gaining popularity as one of the superior flooring options, offering enhanced durability, style, and performance. For years, everyone chose standard vinyl flooring for a cheaper waterproof solution and gave it no second thought. People and preferences change – and now there are ... Read more...

Satin versus Semi Gloss for hardwood finishes is a personal choice. Among the numerous types and varieties of hardwood available for interior finishing, both satin and semi-gloss hardwoods are popular, dependable finishes for wood floors. If you’re looking to purchase hardwood floors and need help deciding which  one you should go with, read on to learn the difference between satin and semi-gloss hardwood finishes. Luckily for us, lower sheen levels are combined with builder grade, cabin ... Read more...

Laminate floors look great until they don't. A cloudy, streaky film is one of the most common complaints from homeowners, and it usually comes from the cleaning products and methods meant to help in the first place. The good news is that it is an easy fix once you know what causes it. In this guide, we'll walk through exactly how to clean laminate floors without leaving a film behind. You'll learn which tools to use, which products to avoid, and the simple techniques that keep laminate looking ... Read more...

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...

Hand scraped flooring is a centuries-old technique that brings authentic character and artisan craftsmanship to modern homes. Unlike machine-finished surfaces, every plank is scraped by hand to ensure that every floor has its own unique character. No two boards are ever identical. From solid boards to brushed or hand-scraped engineered hardwood flooring, this style offers a rich, textured look that proves hand-scraped floors are timeless. Best of all, handscraped hardwood doesn't have the ... Read more...

Here's our simple guide to a vinyl plank flooring thickness and how this can affect your final floor purchase.  The right vinyl product for your home is one that is in your budget and will last for years.

How thick a luxury vinyl plank is is a indicator of how sturdy its meant to be. We call all resilient core vinyl products vinyl plank. If you see anyone list a product as LVP, or luxury vinyl tile, or lvt just know they are made from the same stuff.

There are a lot of different thickness options available for lvp rigid vinyl floors.

The wear layer thickness in vinyl floors is worth a look over here so I'll share that feature here as well. Did you know wear layer additives are used to mimic prefinished hardwood aluminum oxide coatings? Yep! The technology in flooring keeps getting more interesting by the day.

Furthermore, we'll examine wear layer thickness considerations and life expectancy as well. Additionally, we will highlight popular vinyl plank brands offering a wide range of thickness options for you to choose from.

Lastly, vinyl installation methods like the Click Lock system, Glue-Down, and Loose-Lay are important to know. This will help you understand the nuances involved with installing a new floor. Considering factors like room activity levels you can know how thick plank flooring needs to be for your home. Read more...

Engineered hardwood wear layers are a big feature of a durable tongue and groove floor. Homeowners and flooring installers want to pick the longest-lasting floor they can find so picking a thick wear-resistant layer is the right move. Our engineered wood wear layer guide will break down the significance of the top chunck of real wood that an engineered hardwood brings to the table.

We'll begin by examining the thickness, wood type, and overall purpose. Then we'll discuss sanding or refinishing engineered hardwood floors, while preserving the integrity of the wear layer.

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Looking into a nailer for your hardwood floor install job? Choosing the right nailer will make a finished project feel easy. I will cover the popular bostitch hardwood floor nailers as well as the cream of the crop pneumatic powernailer options. This guide simplifies the process of selecting the right hardwood flooring nailer for installing hardwood flooring, from manual to pneumatic and 16-gauge to 18-gauge. Table Of Contents: Our Hardwood Flooring Nailer Guide: Types and Considerations ... Read more...