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Compare materials, plan your installation and learn how to care for your floors. Browse practical guides from the LV Flooring blog by topic.

Start with these guides

01 / CHOOSE YOUR FLOOR

Solid, engineered or vinyl?

Compare the three materials before you start shopping.
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02 / PLAN THE WORK

Refinish or replace?

Understand which option makes sense for your existing floors.
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03 / HIRE WITH CONFIDENCE

Choosing a flooring contractor

Questions to ask before you commit to an installation.
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What’s the Difference Between Chevron and Herringbone Floors?

February 15, 2021
Many people don't know much about the difference between chevron and herringbone floors. It is understandable why this is so. Looking at both flooring…
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How Much Does It Cost to Install Engineered Hardwood Floors?

February 12, 2021
The answer to the cost of installing engineered hardwood floors is complicated. The pricing estimate to install hardwood flooring comes from the interplay of…
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Installation cost of Wire Brushed Floors in Ontario

How Much Does It Cost to Install Wire Brushed Floors in Ontario?

February 10, 2021
Recently, many homeowners are seeking to know how much it’ll cost to install wire brushed floors. The reason for this upturn in wire brushed…
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Hardwood Floors: Pros and Cons

Hand Scraped, Distressed, and Wire Brushed Hardwood Floors: Pros and Cons

February 3, 2021
Hardwood Floors: Pros and ConsIf you are looking to choose the right kind of flooring system, you want to know the available options. You…
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How Do You Clean and Maintain Wire Brushed Oak Floors?

January 28, 2021
Many homeowners worry about how to maintain wire brushed floors. This is quite understandable as wire-brushed flooring is more difficult to maintain than most…
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Wire Brushed Hardwood Flooring

Why Wire Brushed Hardwood Flooring Is “In”

January 26, 2021
Why is wire brushed flooring in vogue now after many years of using clean, smooth and distressed floors? It is the new trend among…
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White Oak Flooring or Red Oak Flooring

White Oak Flooring And Red Oak Flooring: Which Is Best?

December 31, 2020
If you’re thinking of installing hardwood flooring in your home, it’s hard to look past red oak vs white oak flooring. This is thanks…
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Buying Hardwood In Brampton: What Are The Things To Consider?

December 28, 2020
Before buying hardwood floors for your home in Brampton, there are some factors you need to consider. Hardwood floors are beautiful, no doubt about…
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Installing White Oak Engineered Hardwood

Things to Consider Before Installing White Oak Engineered Hardwood

December 16, 2020
White oak engineered hardwood flooring is one of the best flooring options for your home. It really doesn't get classier than that. If you're…
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White Oak Flooring: Effective Maintenance Tips

White Oak Flooring: Effective Maintenance Tips For Winter

December 14, 2020
Winter is upon us. And it often comes with extreme cold, ice, and other elements. If you have white oak flooring in your home,…
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White Oak Flooring Benefits

White Oak Flooring: The Benefits for your Space

December 8, 2020
Over the years, the many benefits of white oak flooring mean it has become a staple in many households across Brampton. You can hardly…
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Vinyl Flooring

The Essential Buying Guide to Vinyl Flooring

November 27, 2020
Is it time to change your home's flooring? Or you are wondering what type of floor to use for your new home? In the…
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