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Flooring advice for your next project.

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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Hardwood vs. Softwood: Stair Parts

October 20, 2021
Constructing wood stairs always brings up the hardwood vs. softwood for stair parts debate. In reality, the decision should be a simple one. Professionals…
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How to Install Hardwood Stairs

August 23, 2021
If you don’t know how to install hardwood on your stairs, it’s best to contact a contractor. Installing hardwood on your stairs by yourself…
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25 Hardwood Stairs Design Ideas

August 20, 2021
There are lots of design ideas you can select from when getting hardwood stairs for your home. You just have to find a design…
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hardwood stairs cost

How Much Do Hardwood Stairs Cost?

August 15, 2021
How much does it cost to install hardwood stairs? For a small project, installation costs are relatively cheap because it requires less labour. For…
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how much does maple hardwood cost

How Much Does Maple Hardwood Cost?

August 5, 2021
The cost of Maple Hardwood is one of the most important factors to consider when it’s time to floor your home. Maple hardwood looks…
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the most durable type of hardwood flooring

What Is The Most Durable Type of Hardwood Flooring?

July 20, 2021
Hardwood flooring is one of the most popular flooring options if you live in Canada. Apart from hardwood flooring being a durable type of…
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maple hardwood flooring, luxury kitchen

How Durable Is Maple Hardwood Flooring?

July 10, 2021
Hardwood flooring is becoming the main feature in many homes and offices. Many people use hardwood flooring because of its stylish, classic, and elegant…
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is maple good for hardwood floors

Is Maple Good for Hardwood Floors?

June 20, 2021
Maple is not just suitable for hardwood floors; it’s excellent. Maple flooring is a popular choice of hardwood among homeowners in Canada. It lends…
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how much does it cost to install herringbone wood floors

How Much Does It Cost to Install Herringbone Wood Floors? (2026)

June 19, 2021
Last updated: September 24, 2026 Your herringbone installation cost has two main parts: the flooring you buy and the labour needed to fit the…
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how much does chevron hardwood flooring cost

How Much Does Chevron Hardwood Flooring Cost?

May 10, 2021
Chevron hardwood flooring — a type of parquet flooring — can bring life into any space. With its distinct pattern, chevron hardwood flooring can…
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What is Chevron Hardwood Flooring?

May 6, 2021
Are you a homeowner in search of a parquet floor? Chevron hardwood flooring may be what you need. This flooring shares similar parquet patterns…
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how much does herringbone hardwood flooring cost

How Much Does Herringbone Hardwood Flooring Cost?

May 6, 2021
Herringbone flooring is one of the most popular parquet flooring options in Toronto. Although it offers a beautiful pattern for your space, one consideration…
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