Professional Laminate and Vinyl Flooring Contractors in Rockford, IL

The right species of wood flooring for you is only a matter of your style, budget and preference. There are currently more than 50 domestic and imported species of wood flooring available, with many different styles.

Each has its own benefits are advantages. Choosing the right method depends on a number of factors, including your personal preference, and the level of customization you want to see in your flooring.

Yes, In general, you should expect to order 10% more flooring than is needed for the installation. This is because much of the material will end up being cut to fit the exact spaces in your room. Once the boards are cut, they likely cannot be used anywhere else in the room because the end tongue or groove will have been removed. After that occurs, the boards cannot adjoin with another board. There is some waste involved in the process. Depending on the room, you may need to order more or less material. If you have to work around fireplaces, stairs, or in closets, etc. you may need to have more than the 10% average extra material. If the room is square with no interruptions, less than 10% extra may work just fine. Your contractor is the best resource to help you estimate the material needed for the job.

There are many things you can do to minimize scratches from your pets on your wood floors. Place rugs at all doors to minimize the amount of dirt and grit being tracked in. This is especially important if your pet likes to dig. The best thing you can do to minimize scratches is to trim your pets nails regularly (every 6-8 weeks, depending on the pet). We use only quality finishes, so generally keeping nails trimmed and rugs in place is enough prevention. Scratches often occur even if pets do not live in the home. These scratches are likely only in the floor surface and not in the wood itself. If this happens, consult with us for specific recommendations about how to repair and minimize scratches.

At Guardian Flooring, we only use the best products. This is one of the main ways to keep floors from fading over time. Wood floors are one of the few flooring options that gain beauty with age. Wood floors experience subtle color changes as they age. This is a natural process that is referred to as patina and will add beauty and character to your floor. Different species of wood flooring experience color change differently and at different rates. More common species like Oak and Hickory experience minimal color change over time, while less-common species like American Cherry and Brazilian Cherry will show more change over time. This is natural, but can be minimized with prevention.