Oftentimes, floors can appear clean, but when you take a look at the flooring after the light reflects off of it, you can suddenly see roller marks after cleaning, faint lines or streaks after mopping. This isn’t always a sign that your floor is dirty. Often, it’s an issue due to your floor’s finish, colour, […]

Selecting a new floor isn’t just about picking what you like on install day. Some floorings can turn into costly headaches that are messy to remove when you come to renovate, repair damage, or simply change style. Learn why flooring replacement difficulty should be considered before you purchase. We discuss the types of flooring that […]

Flooring installation quotes can vary a lot between companies, even when they seem to be pricing the same job. One company may quote you a low price that is just for fitting; another may calculate the cost of subfloor preparation, underlay, trims, removing existing flooring, disposing of removals, labour credentials, and warranty into their final […]

The least expensive floor at the time of purchase may not always be the least expensive floor to live with. Ongoing maintenance, such as deep cleaning, sealing/polishing, refinishing, or even early replacement, can drive up the cost of certain flooring materials over time. So, which flooring type costs the least to maintain over time? In […]

It can be baffling to find two floors that look identical on paper, same thickness, similar wear layer, same colour, even the same “waterproof” label, yet have one option priced significantly higher than the other. So why do some flooring brands cost more when the specs are so similar? Simply put, a flooring spec sheet […]

Photos of some flooring trends may look good in magazines and online catalogues, but that doesn’t mean they’re worth your hard-earned cash. The most overpriced flooring trends right now are the ones charging you far above what they’re worth, whether it be through labour/installation costs, maintenance, fleeting design trends, or durability that won’t hold up […]

Can flooring affect pet anxiety? In many cases, absolutely. Floors that are slippery, loud, cold or difficult to maintain footing on can make pets feel insecure in their environment. Your dog may avoid areas he’s slid around on hardwood or tile floors. Your cat may tread more carefully on flooring that doesn’t provide him with […]

Walking into an empty house usually produces a hollow echoing noise as you take each step. When you are in an empty room, sound reflects off the hard walls and floors. Sound reflection causes sound waves to bounce around when there are few objects to absorb them. After you put furniture in the room, the […]

Flooring quality isn’t determined solely by colour, thickness or style. Resistance to daily wear is one of the biggest factors that determines long-term performance. Abrasion testing for flooring helps manufacturers measure how flooring withstands repeated friction, foot traffic, dirt, shoes, and daily wear and tear. These tests help manufacturers better understand flooring quality ratings as […]

Flooring warranties often come with big claims: 15 years. 25 years. Lifetime. Waterproof. More durable than other products. While these flooring life expectancy claims can help you narrow down your choices, take them with a grain of salt. Reading those numbers as a promise of how your flooring will actually perform in the real world […]