All You Need to Know About Wooden Flooring

Are you planning on modifying your old floor to wooden flooring or completely make a new one to incorporate it in your space? Do you have an infatuation for wooden flooring; wish to fall in love with its elegance? Then the following propositions might reinforce you to make a sound decision. It can get more exciting once you start deciding on what and how each element should shape up and radiate back the way you imagined.

Types of Wooden Flooring

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Wood can be obtained in different colors based on the grain size and the region where it is produced or how it is produced. Also, different woods have different strengths and weaknesses that set each of them apart from the other. Thus, it is always better to understand which type of wooden floor can suit your space as it also determines the kind of wall finishes and the color scheme to be chosen simultaneously. A few types of wooden flooring are hardwood flooring, engineered wood flooring, and laminate flooring. It is always suggested to use the flooring based on use.

Budget

The cost of fitting the flooring is an inevitable and essential factor to be mindful of. Having wooden flooring is a dream for a lot of folks. It provides a luxurious appearance to space and exudes a sense of calmness and coziness. It is always advisable to create a budget beforehand so it becomes easy to spend your money proportionately on various segments of your space design. Your choice of wood can be in your budget but it is always better to be aware of the add-ons in the form of wooden flooring rates per square feet, taxes, transportation charges, etc.

Climate and Location  

The geographical location is a very sensitive parameter to be considered, which the owners often overlook. The exterior of every structure is designed based on the climatic context and so should every material which is too used in the interiors of that structure. Wood being a grainy substance is greatly influenced by the climatic conditions of that place. Thus, it is recommended to season the wood to suck out any moisture present in it and use wood that is naturally available in that location as it is already adapted to the weather pattern of that place. (Though, this should not limit a user from sourcing the wood from another city or state or even a country.)

Appearance

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It is appropriate to use wooden floors in living rooms, dining rooms, and balconies (which are public zones of a house) adding charm and delight. Similarly, the reception of an office can also be a space for use of wooden flooring as it adds beauty and glamor giving value for its money. A sound decision needs a vision and strong imagination. A lot of times we select products based on their appearance in a momentary situation only to find out later that they do not go in sync with the other and create a very imbalanced setting in the interiors. 

Installation

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The wooden planks in the floor should be treated for noise so that they do not squeak when walking over them. Another consideration; floors should be treated with a coat of anti-slip for avoiding unnecessary injuries.

Maintenance

The material should be moisture-resistant and conditioned to mild cleaning with water to keep it attractive over a long period of time. Also to avoid scratches, while dragging furniture, it is advisable to limit the dragging or lifting up the items. Termites might set in from the corners which are sometimes moist thus degrading the grain over time which points out to avoiding them in wet zones like bathrooms.

In Conclusion

Being an active participant, when making over your space is a learning process. Over time you start feeling closer and attached to it. A few tips and tricks and we are good to go. Follow Archizy for design ideas and inspiration