Laura Bickle<\/a> | 2 minute read<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_post_title title=”off” author=”off” date_format=”M j” categories=”off” comments=”off” featured_image=”off” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_post_title][wahi_socialsharing _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/wahi_socialsharing][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wahi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/cindy-bleeks-home-improvement.jpg” alt=”Dallas James” title_text=”cindy-bleeks-home-improvement” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||5px|||” border_radii=”on|32px|32px|32px|32px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#686E6E” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Cindy Bleeks<\/p>\n
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Erin Feasby<\/p>\n
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Photos: Angus Fergusson<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”48px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”21px” text_line_height=”1.6em” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_2_font_size=”36px” header_2_line_height=”1.3em” header_3_font_size=”1.25rem” header_3_line_height=”1.88rem” header_4_font=”|700|||||||” header_4_font_size=”1.25rem” header_4_line_height=”1.88rem” custom_margin=”||60px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
What should homeowners consider when choosing flooring?<\/h2>\n
Ask yourself: What do you intend to use the space for? Is it a space that needs to withstand the elements (is it next to an exterior door or in a high-traffic zone)?\u00a0Will it be exposed to moisture, such as in a bathroom, laundry room or damp basement? Do you have pets? Do you want zero maintenance? How long do you plan to stay in your home? Is money a factor? Can you afford to change it if you tire of it?<\/p>\n
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When selecting flooring for entranceways and other high-traffic areas, choose practical over trendy.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Photo: Angus Fergusson<\/p>\n
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What mistakes do you often see homeowners make in terms of flooring?<\/h2>\n
Putting too much emphasis on trends. If you love something, then that is likely a choice that will last.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00a0–<\/span><\/p>\nThe second mistake is choosing a completely impractical choice for a particular space. If you don\u2019t like anything high maintenance or imperfect but go with marble in your entryway anyway, that would be a mistake.<\/p>\n
\u00a0–<\/span><\/p>\nWhat is your guidance in terms of choosing the right type of flooring?<\/h2>\n
We\u2019ve never been a fan of laminate flooring, especially with so many superior options available now. If you want the look of hardwood, but at a better price point and greater practicality, high-end vinyl is a much better choice.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00a0–<\/span><\/p>\nFor areas that may be exposed to a bit of moisture, such as kitchens or powder rooms, we always recommend engineered hardwood over solid hardwood. There is no expansion and contraction with temperature fluctuations and you won\u2019t experience cupping (where the hardwood curls when wet).<\/p>\n
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Engineered hardwood is a better choice than solid hardwood for kitchens and other areas that may be exposed to moisture.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Photo: Alex Lukey<\/p>\n
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