Looking for hardwood flooring near you in Wisconsin? The experts at Kerns Carpet One Floor & Home in Mequon and Brookfield, WI, will help you choose the best hardwood floors and plan your flooring installation. Ready to invest in hardwood? Here is what to consider before you buy.
“The installers were very efficient and did a wonderful job. Even came out on an icy snow storm day and got the job done in a day.”
– Dave & Sue
We carry two hardwood constructions: solid and engineered. The right choice depends on your activity level, the installation area, and your budget. Here is a closer look at each hardwood type.
Still not sure which type is best for you? Learn more about solid vs. engineered hardwood.
Professional installers can lay hardwood in bedrooms, living rooms, dens, and on stairs. Hardwood performs best in quiet, dry spaces with consistent relative humidity. The one exception is waterproof engineered hardwood flooring.
Ready to have your new floor installed by the pros? Keep these steps in mind:
Yes. Dust has nowhere to hide or get trapped in hardwood, which makes it a clean, hypoallergenic choice for homes with allergies.
Yes, but choose engineered hardwood. Solid hardwood is best in dry, cool spaces, such as bedrooms and home offices. Engineered planks can be installed on any level of your home, including the basement.
Waterproof engineered hardwood has an SPC core that is waterproof, and its veneers are sealed on all sides. A unique locking system also locks out leaks. When professionally installed and maintained, the planks will not cup, swell, or crack.
Our most popular species are hickory, oak, white oak, European white oak, maple, red maple, and birch. When choosing, consider how active your household is and where you plan to install the flooring.
Use a humidistat to keep humidity between 35% and 55%, which is especially important for solid hardwood. Place floor protectors or felt pads under furniture, and refinish your floors when needed. Never use water to mop hardwood floors.
Consider grain pattern, durability, gloss level, color, finish, width, and length. Kerns offers plenty of styles and looks to match your interior design.
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