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In contemporary home design, hardwood floors have become more popular – and for good reason! It has a simple but stylish look that is easy to integrate with the desired look and feel of your home. Many also argue it’s significantly easier to clean, especially when it comes to spills and drops. At Bull Tough Flooring, we have a variety of hardwood floor options to fit your space. Choosing the right look and style can quickly modernize your home without breaking the bank. 

With the variety of choices of wood we offer, it can be tricky to narrow it down to just one. There are a few factors you may want to consider when choosing a wood:

• The colours and tones already in your home; i.e. your furniture, the colours of your walls, home décor
• The amount of care you are willing to put into your floors
• The timeline in which you are looking to install
• The residents of your home – do you have kids? Pets?

 

Selecting the Perfect Wood for a Modern Look

The top five kinds of wood we recommend for a modern look in your home are as follows: 

1. Red Oak – the number one most used wood for hardwood flooring in Calgary. It is readily available and therefore has a very short lead time for installation. You can expect a positive experience with this wood.
2. Maple – the second most used wood for hardwood flooring in Calgary. Maple takes a little more technical attention to bring out the beautiful intricacies of the wood, giving it a longer lead time on installation. That said, our experienced installers work well with this wood and will be sure to take both care and swiftness in installing your maple floors. 
3. Walnut – this is easily one of the most visually interesting woods we offer. If you’re looking for a floor whose colours stand out, this might be the wood for you. That being said, it is a softer wood, so it does require more maintenance and care. Other options might be better suited for your needs if you have kids or pets who might be playing a little rough.
4. Birch – this wood is quite similar to maple, with a few exceptions that are worth noting. Birch looks great laid naturally or stained and is extremely easy to refinish given its softer quality. It also has a lighter, more neutral tone that may fit with a wider array of design choices. Because it is a soft wood, it is similar to walnut in that it might need extra TLC and may not be suited to a home with kids or pets.
5. Brazilian Cherry – this wood does hail from the forests of Brazil, lending it a beautiful, modern chic. If you do happen to have kids or pets, this might be the best wood option for you, as it is twice as strong as red oak. 

What Finish to Use on a Modern Floor

Whether you’re installing hardwood floors for the first time or completing a hardwood floor refinishing project, we stand by our primary preference for a finish – Loba, our flagship product. This exceptional German company with nearly 100 years of experience in making hardwood flooring finishes has our stamp of approval Whether you’re installing new hardwood floors or completing a refinishing project, we carry the right Loba product for the job. These products are available for your purchase, or you can contact us to complete your installation or refinishing project. 

When it comes to adding new hardwood floors to your home, there’s a lot to consider. From choosing the right type of wood to selecting a style that fits your home’s aesthetic, the choices can seem endless. But with a little planning, you can make sure your hardwood flooring installation process is seamless. Here are five tips to help you get the most out of your hardwood flooring installation.

1. Choose the Right Type of Wood
   There are many different types of wood available for hardwood flooring, and each has its own unique benefits and drawbacks. For example, oak is a popular choice for its durability and classic look, while maple is known for its smooth grain and light color. A flooring expert can tell you about the different types of wood available and advise which would be best for your home.

2. Schedule Your Installation at the Right Time
   Hardwood installation for certain products is temperature-dependant, so time of year may be a consideration. It’s also good idea to schedule your installation around other home projects to avoid any potential damage to your new floors. And while it may seem obvious, you may want to avoid scheduling your hardwood floor installation when you plan to have guests.  

3. Prep Your Home for Installation
   Before the installation process begins, you’ll need to do some preparation work in your home. This includes removing all furniture from the room where the floors will be installed, as well as any area rugs or carpets. Check with your flooring company to see what you’re responsible for. It’s also a good idea to designate and clear a space to cut materials, such as a garage.

4. Consider Your Warranty Options
   Most hardwood flooring comes with a warranty, but it’s important to read the fine print before making your purchase. Some warranties only cover damage from normal wear and tear, while others will also cover accidental damage. Some companies even offer extended warranties for an additional fee. Be sure to ask about warranty options when shopping for hardwood floors so you can choose the best protection for your investment.

5. Learn How to Care for Your New Floors
   Once your new hardwood floors are installed, it’s important to learn how to properly care for them. This includes regular sweeping and vacuuming to remove dirt and debris, as well as using the right cleaning products specifically designed for hardwood floors. With proper care, your new floors will last for many years to come.

Adding hardwood flooring to your home is an investment – of time and money. By following these tips, you can ensure that your hardwood flooring installation is a success right from the start. If you’re searching for “best hardwood floor installers near me (Calgary)” Bull Tough Flooring is among the very best flooring contractors in Calgary, and we would love to work with you!  Contact us today to get started!

At Bull Tough Flooring we believe that installing a solid hardwood floor in your Calgary home will always be a good investment. This type of floor never goes out of style and can be easily repaired, refinished and re-coated multiple times. The Bull Tough installation process guarantees your floor will look amazing and last a lifetime.

Depending on the product you select for your flooring our installation process may differ slightly. Working with engineered or pre-finished floors will not require a staining process, while hardwood floors will. With that in mind the overarching process remains much the same and will include a 5-step process from start to finish. Keep reading to learn more about our process and what you can expect during your hardwood floor installation!

Hardwood Flooring Installation Process

 

Step 1: Pre-installation walk through with the customer.

This is an opportunity for the Bull Tough Flooring team to get a sense of the space and to discuss how the project will be completed and why.

Step 2: Floor Preparation.

This is a step that Bull Tough can complete for you, or you can complete yourself. Floor preparation will include the removal of the existing flooring and will require that the fridge, stove, doors, toilets, and sinks are removed from the workspace. Baseboard removal is optional, but if they are left on there is a chance, they could get some stain on them. You can leave the dishwasher in place.

Step 3: Floor installation.

The Bull Tough team will laser in the first row and work out from that. Depending on your floor and the base beneath it we will either nail it down, glue it down or both. We follow standard guidelines regarding which approach must be taken based on the individual circumstances and flooring products.

Step 4: Customer walk through.

The customer walk through will occur after the floor finishing is on a hardwood floor. This is an opportunity for the customer to walk through the new space with our team identifying any outstanding issues or alterations.

Step 5: Touch ups.

After the finishing has dried and we have walked through the space with the customer, we will complete any additional changes and touch ups that have been identified.

Bull Tough Flooring typically commits to completing the entire installation process for under 500 sq. ft in two days and projects averaging 1000 sq. ft in three-to-five days.

Ultimately all Bull Tough customers should expect excellent service and an excellent final product. Every aspect of this business revolves around offering our customers the best service. We take a lot of pride in the work we do and the way we make our customers feel. In one phrase, “expect peace of mind.”

To learn more about how Bull Tough Flooring can support your next project by contacting our team today!