Timeless elegance & lasting durability
Hardwood flooring is known for its natural beauty as well as its versatility. At Dalton Carpet One you can choose from a large selection of solid and engineered hardwood flooring in a variety of species, colors, textures, and price points — all from the industry’s most reputable brands!
Timeless elegance & lasting durability
Hardwood flooring is known for its natural beauty as well as its versatility. At Dalton Carpet One you can choose from a large selection of solid and engineered hardwood flooring in a variety of species, colors, textures, and price points — all from the industry’s most reputable brands!
Hardwood flooring is separated into two categories: solid hardwood and engineered hardwood
Hardwood flooring is separated into two categories: solid hardwood and engineered hardwood
Solid hardwood flooring is exactly what it sounds like: — a solid piece of wood from top to bottom. Solid hardwoods come in a variety of thicknesses, but most are between 3/4″ and 5/16″. It has the advantage of being able to be sanded and refinished multiple times. Solid hardwood can be installed above or on grade.
Solid hardwood flooring is exactly what it sounds like: — a solid piece of wood from top to bottom. Solid hardwoods come in a variety of thicknesses, but most are between 3/4″ and 5/16″. It has the advantage of being able to be sanded and refinished multiple times. Solid hardwood can be installed above or on grade.
Engineered wood floors are made up of three to nine layers of different wood veneers. The sub-layers can be from the same or from a different species. Each layer’s grain runs in opposite directions, making it extremely sturdy. This means that when humidity and temperature change, the wood will expand and contract less than solid wood flooring. Engineered flooring can sometimes be sanded and finished, but not as many times as solid wood flooring. Engineered wood flooring has the advantage of being able to be installed in all areas of your home: above, on, or below grade.
Engineered wood floors are made up of three to nine layers of different wood veneers. The sub-layers can be from the same or from a different species. Each layer’s grain runs in opposite directions, making it extremely sturdy. This means that when humidity and temperature change, the wood will expand and contract less than solid wood flooring. Engineered flooring can sometimes be sanded and finished, but not as many times as solid wood flooring. Engineered wood flooring has the advantage of being able to be installed in all areas of your home: above, on, or below grade.
Prefinished hardwood flooring sales have only recently overtaken unfinished hardwood flooring sales. This is due, in part, to the fact that prefinished hardwood flooring is less expensive to install because it requires less labor during the installation process. Prefinished wood flooring also has a more durable finish that can’t be achieved with on-site finished floors. However, there will always be a place for unfinished wood flooring because of the wide range of stain possibilities and the availability of more widths and wood species over prefinished.
Prefinished hardwood flooring sales have only recently overtaken unfinished hardwood flooring sales. This is due, in part, to the fact that prefinished hardwood flooring is less expensive to install because it requires less labor during the installation process. Prefinished wood flooring also has a more durable finish that can’t be achieved with on-site finished floors. However, there will always be a place for unfinished wood flooring because of the wide range of stain possibilities and the availability of more widths and wood species over prefinished.
From traditional oaks to modern maples, there are many different types of hardwoods out there, all with their own distinct characteristics.
When choosing a hardwood species, think about your lifestyle. For busy households with pets and kids, it’s a good idea to choose the hardest wood species possible. Hard species, such as oak, maple, and hickory, will withstand wear and tear, while softer species, such as pine and walnut, tend to show scratches.
From traditional oaks to modern maples, there are many different types of hardwoods out there, all with their own distinct characteristics.
When choosing a hardwood species, think about your lifestyle. For busy households with pets and kids, it’s a good idea to choose the hardest wood species possible. Hard species, such as oak, maple, and hickory, will withstand wear and tear, while softer species, such as pine and walnut, tend to show scratches.
The Janka scale was created to help determine the hardness of various domestic and exotic wood species. The Janka test measures the amount of force required to embed a 0.444″ steel ball into the wood to half of its diameter. Woods with a higher rating are harder than woods with a lower rating.
Let’s explore some of the most common hardwood species, to help determine what fits your home and lifestyle best.
The Janka scale was created to help determine the hardness of various domestic and exotic wood species. The Janka test measures the amount of force required to embed a 0.444″ steel ball into the wood to half of its diameter. Woods with a higher rating are harder than woods with a lower rating.
Let’s explore some of the most common hardwood species, to help determine what fits your home and lifestyle best.
Browse our hardwood inspiration gallery for more photos of beautiful flooring installations, or click on the vendor links below for more helpful information.
Browse our hardwood inspiration gallery for more photos of beautiful flooring installations, or click on the vendor links below for more helpful information.
At Dalton Carpet One Floor & Home, we know how important it is for you to feel confident in your flooring selection. Therefore, we strive to ensure that the floor we’ve created together, is as beautiful as the one you envisioned. If not, we’ll replace it for free. That’s what we call The Beautiful Guarantee®.
