If you’re looking for beautiful hardwood flooring, look no further then Arrow Carpet One Floor & Home in Andover, MA. We have everything you need when it comes to hardwood, including a wide selection of premium cuts, shades, and designs. Our friendly and professional staff will help you choose the right product and get you set up with installation. We know how important it is to get the results you want when you invest in a new floor, and we’ll ensure you’re happy with the final product.

What are the Different Types of Hardwood?

Hardwood floors are made from a range of wood species, with the most common being red and white oak. Maple is also a popular choice, although it can be more expensive. Other species include Birch, White Ash, and American Cherry. Each of these has different attributes like shock resistance and wood grain patterns. Many of them also change colors as they age. While the majority of hardwood floors are made from hardwood deciduous trees, there are also softwood coniferous trees that are used, such as Cypress and Southern Yellow Pine.

Why Choose Hardwood Floors?

Hardwood isn’t just beautiful but also an investment that adds value to your home. While the initial cost of genuine wood might be more expensive, with proper care and maintenance, most hardwood products last the life of a home. Hardwood is also hypoallergenic, easy to clean, and can be finished with a spill, stain, and abrasion-resistant surface that’s super tough.

Solid vs. Engineered Hardwood

There are two main types of hardwood: solid and engineered. Solid wood flooring is the more traditional option; it is one solid plank of wood. Its thickness and uniform construction gives you the ability to refinish it multiple times. Engineered hardwood is made up of multiple layers that are pressed together for increased stability from humidity and moisture. They can generally only be finished once or twice, although higher quality, thicker products may be finished up to seven times and last as long as solid hardwood.

Our Hardwood Flooring Selection

We carry many of the best hardwood floor brands in the region, so if you’re searching for hardwood flooring stores near you, Arrow Carpet One Floor & Home is the place. We have a range of wood species, styles, patterns, and shades to select from. You can also choose multi-length and multi-width planks to give your floors more dimension. Additionally, you can decide how to finish your hardwood floors, which will determine how resilient they are to scratches, scuffs, and stains. For instance you can pick prefinished wood flooring, which isn’t as customizable as unfinished hardwood, but is exceptionally tough.

You can also shop from name brands as well as our Carpet One exclusive Rustic River ™. We’re also a proud dealer of Hanover Hills Hardwood, which makes its products with quality and durability in mind. Natural wood flooring is a beautiful addition to any home, as well as a great investment. If you’re interested in learning more about hardwood flooring, contact us today.

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