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You’ve emailed your flooring questions and
we’ve answered them with the help of the
experts at Nufloors Coquitlam. Let’s take a
look at what they have to say.
I have a long, narrow family room with hardwood
flooring and I’d like to add an area rug. The odd
shape makes it very hard to use a standard area rug.
Short of ripping out my flooring and installing carpet,
what can I do?
You have a few different options in this scenario:
1. Enlist the help of Tuftex’s Cut-A-Rug program and custom make or
alter a rug to any style, colour or size you desire.
2. Design a rug from scratch using an online program, order it and
get it delivered right to your door.
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3. Purchase three or four smaller, narrower rugs and assemble them
together in your family room. Take advantage of the fact that you
have the opportunity to select multiple rugs, from a large selection,
in a variety of shades and shapes.
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www.nufloors.ca
I have heard that low sheen finish is hot right now. Are there any benefits to a matte or satin finish
on hardwood?
There are numerous benefits to matte or low sheen finishing when it comes to flooring. Matte finish can actually enhance the
appearance of patterns, texture and grain on hardwood. These finishes also tend to show less wear and tear and are easier to
repair, making them a smart choice for families with children and pets.
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We have picked out flooring that we love and we’re
planning to install it ourselves but my husband and I
can ’t agree on which direction the boards should run. Is
there a correct way to determine this?
Yes, there is a right way! The boards should run from the front door
through to the back of the home, so when you open the door, the
boards should flow in the same direction. Remember to keep the
layout of the boards consistent from room-to-room.
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www.nufloors.ca
I love the look of hardwood but we have a dog and two
cats and I am worried about scratches on the new floor.
Can you recommend a product that works well with
pets?
Vinyl plank and vinyl tile (essentially LVT and LVP in today’s terms) is
are good options if you have pets. These materials are made
from elastic and synthetic materials, with protective coating, making
them a good match for the claws and nails of your household
pets. Vinyl is available in the most options for colour, style and
resiliency. Laminate is good as it shows less wear and tear than
traditional hardwood, however, it’s not immune to scratches. It also
might be slippery for your pets to walk and run on. Oiled hardwood is
another option or flooring with a matte finish, which generally tends to
show less damage. - Text by Zakiya Kassam, Photos and Information Provided by
Nufloors, www.nufloors.ca
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