Natural hardwood floors remain one of the most popular products, contributing strength, beauty, and endurance. It’s no surprise, considering wood floor panels have been a fixture inside residences and public gathering places for centuries. Readily immersing itself into pretty much any style scheme, hardwood continues to enchant in modern times. Carpet One Belleville is your local wood floor store in Belleville, Ontario. From traditional solid oak to contemporary grey-washed wood, we have an excellent selection of hardwood planks. We can help you find the right hardwood for your budget and functional needs. But first, a few basics:
One of your first choices about hardwood floors is what species you want. Different hardwood species have various benefits. For instance, natural oak is one of the hardest wood species, and it’s highly scratch and dent-resistant. Some species are darker, like walnut, mahogany, and cherry; others are lighter, like hickory, birch, and maple. They can even subtly change shades as they age over the decades.
You’ll find a wide range of wood floor styles in our showroom. Beyond the species, hardwood manufacturers use special techniques, like hand scraping, to add a particular look to the planks. You’ll find products with extra wide or long planks, bevelled edges, weathered texturing, and more. You’ll also find multi-colour wood floors with subtle tone changes between planks.
Generally, modern-day homeowners have two types of hardwood planks: solid hardwood and engineered hardwood. So, what does this mean? With solid hardwood flooring, each plank is made from a single piece of solid wood. The more traditional of the two, solid hardwood is known to last indefinitely – in fact, many antique homes you’ll see today feature original hardwood floors. However, this option can get pricey, and solid wood can be susceptible to warping due to moisture and humidity. A contemporary alternative engineered hardwood is made especially for homeowners needing something more affordable and water-resistant. Built by laminating multiple wood layers, engineered hardwood is more stable in moisture-prone conditions than its solid counterpart.
Investing in new hardwood floors is an exciting home upgrade, but the installation process is as important as the product. Carpet One Belleville's flooring experts guide you through every step, ensuring a seamless, long-lasting result that will transform your living spaces. Proper hardwood floor installation requires specific techniques and attention to detail. Our sales professionals will visit your home to conduct crucial pre-installation tasks like measuring, moisture testing, and subfloor preparation. This meticulous approach helps prevent issues, protecting your investment in beautiful hardwood floors. Hardwood flooring has traditionally been limited to dry, above-grade rooms. However, innovative engineered and waterproof hardwood products now offer much more flexibility. Engineered hardwood can handle light moisture in foyers and laundry rooms, while waterproof options are perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, and basements.
The installation method varies based on your choice of solid or engineered hardwood flooring. Solid hardwood must be securely nailed or glued to the subfloor, while engineered wood can be installed as a "floating" floor that locks together without adhesives. Our experts will ensure the proper installation technique for your selected product.
As a locally owned member of the world's most extensive flooring cooperative, Carpet One Belleville offers an unmatched selection of premium hardwood flooring from top brands. Whether you're seeking classic solid wood, modern engineered planks, or waterproof hardwood, our experts help you find the perfect fit for your home. Visit our showroom or browse our online inventory to get started.
Contact us or visit our Belleville, ON, showroom to learn more about our hardwood flooring options. We proudly serve the neighbouring communities of Quinte West, Prince Edward, Wellington, Deseronto, Tweed, Madoc, Marmora, Stirling, Frankford, Campbellford, Brighton, Napanee, Kingston, Cloyne, North Frontenac, Bancroft, and Colbourne, ON.
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