Floors Direct North – Education Centre
The Benefits of Solid/Engineered Hardwood Floors
Aesthetics
Wood always looks great, and with the styles available today your home can look like a magazine cover! At the end of the day there is no substitute for a hardwood floor.
Warmth
Wood adds cozy feel to any home and is pleasant to walk on because of its natural warmth. It is an excellent insulator too because of the thousands of tiny air chambers per cubic inch, which holds in heat.
Allergies
If you suffer allergies the hardwood will not harbour mold or animal dander, nor will it harbour pollen. This makes wood an excellent choice for anyone suffering from environmental allergies.
Cleaning
Hardwood is easy to clean – in fact, most people over clean their floors. Floors in our opinion. If you Swiffer a couple of times a week to get rid f the dust and use a good hardwood cleaner (Chemical free if possible) your floors will outlast you!
Longevity
Wood floors can last for a really long time if you take care of them. If you think about it, there are very few flooring materials that have been around as long as wood. Throughout the centuries, it’s proved itself over and over again to be a popular choice for flooring. It’s durable, looks good and will outlast us if looked after properly.
Increase The Value Of Your Home
Just by choosing hardwood you will add value to your home.
The above are just a few of the reasons that make hardwood/engineered hardwood a great choice for your home. With the vast amount of choices out there it’s best to consult the experts who will guide you through the process and find the best product available for you, your lifestyle and your home.