If you are searching for hardwood near you in Porterville, CA, visit Thompson’s Floor Covering Carpet One Floor & Home! We understand the tradition of hardwood flooring - it is desirable, distinctive, and truly elegant. Plus, hardwood flooring adds lasting value, and the timeless look of hardwood always enhances any interior. So, if you are considering new hardwood flooring, we can help.

Whatever your style or budget, we have the flooring selection to suit your needs. Here are some guidelines to follow when choosing the right hardwood option best suited to your space.

Which Types of Hardwood Flooring Do You Offer?

Before anything else, it’s always best to decide which type of flooring you prefer. Are you looking for a rustic, wire-brushed, wide-plank look? Maybe you require a sleek, glossy plank to enhance your interior. In general, hardwood planks are manufactured using different tree species and then stained to match trending or preferred looks. So, regardless of your desired look, we can find the species and stain to match your style.

We offer the following species:

• Red Maple
• Ash
• Hickory
• White Oak

Solid vs. Engineered Hardwood: Which Type Is Best For You?

Many are surprised at just how similar solid and engineered hardwood floors look. And while they are impossible to tell apart, there are a few distinctions. Solid hardwood planks are considered the original hardwood option. The simplistic construction allows the natural characteristics of the planks to stand out.

Solid

Solid hardwood flooring is beautiful and can help to add real estate value to your home, but it is limited in installing it. Solid hardwood should be kept in dry, cool spaces of your home that see little foot traffic, like a bedroom or home office.

Some benefits of solid hardwood include:

ROI: We all know that hardwood flooring is a large investment. However, this will add beauty and a great return on investment (ROI) in the long run.

Sanding & Refinishing: Solid hardwood flooring can also be more than once! This helps to extend its life and maintain its natural look.

Engineered

Engineered hardwood flooring is a more modern type of hardwood construction. The planks are made up of three to seven layers of natural wood veneers. For this reason, engineered hardwood floors can be installed on all levels of your home, including in finished basements.

Some benefits of engineered hardwood include:

• Humidity Resistance: Thanks to its layered construction, engineered wood has less of a risk of warping with temperature changes.
• Durability: This layering brings added density, making engineered planks perfect for daily activities.
• Sanding & Refinishing: Depending on the width of your engineered planks, they can be refinished.

Where Can My Hardwood Flooring Be Installed?

In general, hardwood flooring works best in interior spaces. Most hardwood flooring options aren’t recommended for the kitchen or bathroom since frequent moisture and humidity can damage your floorboards over time.

Solid hardwood fares best in quiet, dry rooms.

• Engineered hardwood is the better option if you have children or pets.
• For kitchens and bathrooms, consider our waterproof hardwood flooring!
• Did you know? We offer professional installation services and select warranties for most of our flooring options and products.

Our Hardwood Floor Selection

Thompson’s Flooring Carpet One Floor & Home is an independently owned and operated member of the world’s largest flooring cooperative. We offer an incredible selection of the latest hardwood flooring products, in addition to localized services and fair pricing. To learn more about our hardwood brands or browse our product displays, visit our showroom at 591 West College Avenue in Porterville, CA. You can also shop our flooring online.

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