The Look:
Wood has become extremely
popular as homeowners are increasingly drawn to natural materials.
It is also becoming more widely used in kitchens and bathrooms.
The Strength:
Hardwoods are a practical choice for durability as manufacturers are
using aluminum oxides to create harder finishes.
The key to a wood's durability
is its thickness and its polyurethane finish. The typical ¾ - inch-thick
flooring contains three to seven layers of wood and the top should
be at least 1/8- inch. That’s so
the floor can be lightly buffed after loosing its luster, typically
in seven
to ten years.
The Feel:
Wood is a middle of the
road – softer than stone or ceramic tile but harder than vinyl and
laminate.
The Clean up:
Wood floors are easy to
clean because the grain hides spills & some
scuffs. Anderson Floor Cleaner is made especially for wood floors.