Exotic Wooden Floors Chicago

   Exotic wooden floors  

    Exotic wood differences from domestic wood in color, texture and grain pattern. Exotic wood has vibrant colors that will make you think that you cannot be in your own house, but far away, somewhere in Asia relaxing. Those types are: Brazilian walnut, Brazilian teak, Exotic Acacia or Exotic Brown Heart, etc. This type of wood floor requires less maintenance because it is a hard type of floor.

It’s upon you to decide which flooring is the best suited for your house. We carry both types of floors in our store on 3100 N Eslton Street in Chicago .The colors of exotic wood are naturally combined and can leave you the impression that your wood floor was painted by a talented painter. The way the colors and textures blend won’t be found in other flooring types. If you decide upon exotic wood you will have unique flooring that will be admired by all your friends.

Bamboo or hickory floor is going to look so good in your living room that you will be fully satisfied not only with the new and unique look of your flooring but also with your durable flooring. If you are a hardworking person, than exotic wood flooring is the best for you. It does not need special maintenance. Despite exotic wood’s sophisticated appearance, this type of wood floor is actually very easy to be cleaned. 

Some species of exotic wood are insect natural repellent like cedar or have no odor like chestnut. You can find the properties of exotic species on the internet and decide not only upon the color of your flooring, but also upon its workability and principal uses.

Visit our website at www.abhardwood.com

Call us at 773-279-9100 

We are located at 3100 N. Elston Street in Chicago 60618

Protecting Hardwood floors

Protecting Hardwood floors from furniture weight

With a proper cleaning and maintenance, your hardwood floors should retain their shape and luster for years to come. However, because wood is more easily damaged than linoleum or carpeting, you should be cautions in protecting hardwood floors from heavy objects such as furniture or other decorating materials.

Maintaining

     Properly cleaning and maintaining your hardwood floors will help them to retain their strength, reducing the potential for damage. Place no rubber  floor mats at entrances and move them while cleaning to let the hardwood "breathe." Keep floors clear of dust and debris by vacuuming regularly with the soft brush attachment. Refinish hardwood floors every four to five years, or however frequently flooring specialists recommend the service.

Protection from heavy objects such as furniture or decorating statues

Attach cork pads and felt padding to the bottom of all furniture legs. When moving furniture, place a barrier such as a sheet of thin plywood or felt between the furniture and the floor. Use a dolly when moving furniture.

We are located on 3100 N Elston Street in Chicago.

Visit our website at www.abhardwood.com

Call us at  773 279 -9100

Kitchen Floors Chicago

     Floors for your kitchen

   More than any other surface in your home, the kitchen floor takes all - spilled juice at the breakfast table, muddy paw prints from the pooch, even your children's spontaneous games of indoor hockey. That's why this high-traffic room needs a floor that can withstand ordinary wear. So you may wonder: Does a wood floor belong in the kitchen? Sure, as long as you're willing to wipe up spills and stick to a maintenance routine.

Types of wood

  Hardwoods, such as oak, maple, and cherry, are the most durable. Softwoods, such as pine, will dent -- even if treated with a penetrating finish. For a rustic kitchen, however, a distressed pine floor may be just the look you desire. As you compare wood species, also consider the grain. Oak, for instance, features a pronounced grain pattern that hides dirt and dents better than woods with subtle grains.

In general, wipe up spills immediately to prevent stains. Follow the flooring manufacturer's cleaning guidelines. To protect floors from wear and sand and grit damage, place rugs or floor maps at outside entrances and in front of the sink. And use protective tips (you can read about them on our blog ) and pads under furniture. In our store you will find a high quality hardwood floors cleaning materials so as mops as well. We carry green, nontoxic hardwood flooring cleaning products .

Visit our store to see the entire collection of hardwood floors.

We are located on 3100 N Elston Street in Chicago

Visit our website at www.abhardwood.com