Have you ever walked into a room and been captivated by the v-shaped patterns on the floor? Or how about the zigzag layout of wooden planks of a herringbone floor.  Herringbone can make compact rooms feel more spacious while the chevron way of wood flooring layouts more of a visual movement to enjoy.
Herringbone uses rectangular planks set one after another on top of each other spaced at the same distance for a row to be completed. Herringbone is typically easier to install because the installer doesn't have to measure the 45 degree angle needed for every hardood plank he cuts to fit a row.

You may not know it, but these two timeless patterns have been charming us for centuries. Chevron and herringbone each have their unique rhythm and flow, showing its roots from ancient Roman roads to modern Manhattan lofts. Let's cover the differences between them, explore their aesthetics in various settings, and help you choose which is best suited for your space. Are you ready?

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The comparison of hickory vs oak flooring is a tale as old as time. It's a tough decision because both are popular for good reason. They're durable, beautiful, and can elevate any room home’s look. You'll learn the hardness rating differences, color and texture differences, as well as the value of these American wood species. The decision to make between these two wood floors should be made with information, and we will cover everything anyone would need to know. Let's unpack the showdown ... Read more...

Do you know how those websites have to put the disclaimer in the intro to their webpage? I want to go ahead and get that out of the way: I absolutely love engineered hardwood flooring. My last house had it, my current house has it, and the house I am trying to get built right now will have it. Why? Because if we will buy a high-quality, well-constructed engineered floor (at a steep discount from ReallyCheapFloors.com) we will be happy with our purchase and its performance for decades. The ... Read more...

I am traveling back from a special buyers meeting held by one of the largest manufacturers of flooring in the world. These meetings tend to get into my head. I am reminded that LVP, or luxury vinyl plank, is still the fastest-growing flooring category in the US. If so, why don’t we know more about this popular product besides that its a waterproof one? Well, pull out our notepad, and I will tell you what I know about luxury vinyl planks. I'll share the good, the bad, and the ugly. Who’s ... Read more...

Ever walked into a room and admired the floor beneath your feet, so smooth and sturdy? That might be because you were standing on a floating floor. A mystery to many, these floors have an allure that's hard to resist. I recall my first encounter with one. The sound it made underfoot was distinct - like stepping onto firm clouds. But what is this marvel? In essence, a floating floor isn't attached directly to any subfloor or substrate below it; instead, they float atop through interlocking ... Read more...

Thinking about installing pre-finished hardwood flooring? Can I tell You What I Know About Prefinished Hardwood Flooring? Can’t decide what flooring would work best for your new home? Flooring can make all the difference in a space. When you choose a flooring for your home there are quite a few things to consider. One great option would be prefinished wood flooring. You’ll get that timeless hardwood look without having to go through the tiring finishing process. Prefinished wood flooring ... Read more...

Some special discounted floors make you want to pull the trigger on a beautiful solid pre-finished hardwood flooring in your bathroom. I agree it would look amazing for the bathroom decor!  Moisture can be a challenge. Is it worth the risk? In this guide, we’ll explore the pros, cons, and best practices for using hardwood in bathrooms.  What Do You Think About Hardwood Flooring In Bathrooms? There are so many different waterproof options for flooring these days, but solid ... Read more...

Flooring is one of main things that can boost a home's value, typically you realize this increase in the final sale over five years from your purchase! So having a truly durable wood floor will help ensure the floor can look like new when the house goes up for sale or your second mortgage application looks really sweet upon inspection. Yet, new flooring is just the opposite. Some estimates suggest that new wood flooring can provide a 70% to 80% return on investment. Realtors even suggest ... Read more...

Sometimes I think our marketing department doesn’t want me to sleep at night! Why else would they give me an impossible task like writing a blog about who is the best hardwood floor brand?  A favorite brand can change as the company size grows or shrinks, maybe Shaw decides to halt all laminate flooring one day? I want to write on topics that have a lot of facts that I can present, which allows you, the reader, to make an educated choice about your next floor. So what I will do here is ... Read more...

SPC flooring is thrown around as the holy grail of vinyl plank floors. We will explain why it deserves praise but also the drawbacks of this rigid vinyl floor. Many customers ask, "What is SPC Flooring?" SPC vinyl planks is a type of luxury vinyl plank flooring. The SPC stands for Stone Polymer Composite. A SPC floor has a core made of limestone, hardening additives, and plastic stabilizers. This is a popular choice because it looks great, it's waterproof, and it's extremely durable. When  ... Read more...