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When it comes to hardwood flooring there are many types of wood used in our hardwood flooring. Each of these woods has unique characteristics, including color, grain pattern, hardness, durability, and sustainability. When choosing suitable timber for your hardwood flooring, it’s essential to consider these factors and choose a wood that will meet your specific needs and preferences.

You’ve invested in your beautiful hardwood floors, and now the question is, what can I do to increase my investment’s longevity and complement the space’s beauty?  Elite Hardwood Flooring’s answer is area rugs. There are many choices in area rugs, read on to learn more.

When designing their kitchen, many homeowners make the mistake of picking out items individually without visualizing how everything will look together. This can give your kitchen a busy or disjointed feeling. Coordinating kitchen cabinets & hardwood flooring is an easy way to create a beautiful and cohesive space. Take the time to learn a few different ways you can coordinate your kitchen cabinets & hardwood flooring to match your personal style and keep up with current trends.

Are you looking for ways to prevent water damage to wood flooring in your home? Genuine wood flooring is a gorgeous feature of many homes that brings with it a sense of rich warmth and luxurious style. Even though wood floors are beautiful and highly sought after, they require extra care compared to many other types of flooring. One of the biggest enemies of wood is water. In small amounts, it can stain and discolor wood. In large amounts, it can cause floors to rot away. Care is always needed to prevent wood floor water damage, and if you keep a few tips in mind, you’ll find that the extra effort isn’t too taxing or time-consuming.

At Elite Hardwood Flooring, it is important that customers understand the installation and refinishing process. To set your home up for success, we have put together a breakdown of what to expect before, during, and after. We are also here if you have any questions. So keep reading to learn more to make your hardwood flooring installation and refinishing easier.

There’s a reason why hardwood floors are popular among homeowners around the country. Hardwood floors have a distinctly elegant look and can significantly influence the energy of any room in your home. Additionally, they tend to be much easier to care for on a day-to-day basis than carpeted floors. However, there are some characteristics of hardwood flooring that are important to keep in mind. This is especially true if you live in a Maryland home with many windows and a lot of natural light, as hardwood floors and direct sunlight aren’t always the best of friends. Read on to learn more if you already have wood floors installed or are considering them for your home.