WHAT IS CERUSED WOOD? There’s a technique in the hardwood flooring world that’s making a comeback after a 500+ year absence. That’s right, 500 years! Back in the 1500’s, the French invented a technique of filling in the grains in oak beams and paneling with a toxic paste derived from lead. This was initially done to help prevent […]
This is the first installment of a new series of articles we will be sharing in regards to common, and even not so common, wood species utilized in wood flooring projects. Our A+D Consultant in Dallas, Rick Farrell, will be sharing his wood knowledge with our readers. Through Rick’s experience in lumber sales then eventually […]
A natural oil finish right for your hardwood floors? Oil-finished hardwoods like this beautiful walnut featured on Houzz.com are popular for their natural appearance. Back in July, we took a look at the many options available for non-urethane hardwood finishes. Among these, we briefly discussed penetrating oil sealers, which have been quickly gaining in popularity […]
Understand the Different Flooring Cuts for Better Jobs by Jessica Hickman Natural riftsawn and quartersawn white oak planks installed by Downers Grove, Ill.-based Apex Wood Floors Inc. All hardwood flooring is not created equal. From the tree and how it’s grown, to where it is sawn and dried, to how it is manufactured, there are […]
Hardwood Floors Summit, New Jersey 07901 Whether your floors are in good condition or are decades old, the professionals at Huggins Hardwood Flooring, LLC in Summit, New Jersey 07901 can provide you with the services that your floors require. From a light buffing and top coating to specialized restoration, we offer professional wood floor sanding, […]