Hardwood Flooring Store in Farmington, NM

Traditional hardwood flooring is sturdy, enduring, and always elegant. Organic and innovative, hardwood flooring has evolved over the years and today’s technologies have presented us with hardwood flooring that can go where previously it could not. At Carpet One Floor & Home in Farmington, New Mexico, we are your locally owned flooring store with a top selection of hardwood! Are you longing for hardwood flooring? Here are facts to help you make informed decisions regarding your next new floor.

Why Should I Consider Hardwood Flooring?

With careful maintenance, hardwood flooring will remain beautifully intact for future generations to admire. Adding value and texture, hardwood floors can also make your rooms appear larger than they really are. Hardwood grains also add significant depth to your floor. Still, hardwood flooring isn’t always the right choice for all situations.

Which Species of Wood Are Used in Hardwood Flooring

Many domestic and exotic tree species are made to produce hardwood flooring, including:

• Cork
• Bamboo
• Oak
• Pine
• Maple
• Mahogany

Each has its own respective attributes and hardness levels. For those who enjoy living “green,” sustainable species such as cork and bamboo are great choices. On the other hand, those who are attracted to traditional décor might prefer more popular woods like oak, pine, or maple.

What’s Better: Solid Hardwood or Engineered Hardwood?

Well, the answer depends on your style preferences, your budget, and your intended space.

• Solid hardwood flooring is the original hardwood, built using a single piece of natural wood to comprise a single plank. Sturdy solid hardwood floors are prized by traditionalists, but solid wood is susceptible to changes in humidity and weather. Buckling and cupping are common issues that occur with solid hardwood isn’t installed properly or exposed to excessive moisture. It should be avoided kitchens or bathrooms but can be installed in living rooms, playrooms, dining rooms, and other areas of your home. Solid hardwood flooring adds value and can refinished multiple times.
• Engineered hardwood flooring is the answer to our challenging, low-humidity environment. We recommend engineered hardwood in our market as it will last longer our dry climate. Since engineered hardwood is crafted in layers and has water-resisting abilities, it’s a prime candidate for spaces below grade. It can manage humidity and is less susceptible to dents or scratches. Engineered hardwood is more affordable than solid hardwood flooring. You can usually finish it once or twice.

How Does Humidity Affect Hardwood Floors?

Hardwood floors can be impacted by extra humid or dry conditions. Since wood is naturally porous, it absorbs moisture from the air, causing issues such as:

• Swelling
• Cupping
• Warping

Dry air can, in turn, cause your hardwood planks can shrink and gap. This is unsightly and allows dust and debris to escape between the floorboards, exacerbating allergies and causing other issues. Here in Northwest New Mexico, where we have higher humidity levels in the summer as well as extra dry days, it’s important to take proper care of your hardwood floors to keep them looking and functioning optimally.

Managing Humidity in Your Home

When it comes to solid hardwood flooring, you should aim to keep your indoor humidity levels between 30-50%. When you buy your hardwood flooring from us, we’ll provide a hygrometer to help to measure your indoor humidity levels.

We also offer a variety of hardwood flooring options more resistant to changes in temperature and moisture. This includes engineered wood and waterproof hardwood. Our waterproof hardwood collection can be installed in bathrooms, kitchens, basements, and other high-moisture areas without a problem.

Exploring Our Hardwood Flooring Selection

We have one of the most comprehensive hardwood flooring inventories in the region. As proud members of Carpet One Floor & Home, the nation’s largest cooperative of independent flooring stores, we share our buying power with over a thousand vendors. You’ll find all the best hardwood brands, including Life Core, Palo Duro, and Choices. Start browsing our hardwood flooring collections online now, or visit us at 3456 East Main Street in Farmington, NM and explore our engineered and solid hardwood flooring and professional hardwood installation services.

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