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How To Know You’re Working With The Right Flooring Company
Are you thinking about refinishing or installing new hardwood flooring? Or do you already have a stain and type of wood in mind? Well before you jump ahead too much, know that selecting the right flooring company is just as important as choosing the right flooring...
Things To Know Before Refinishing Your Hardwood Floors
If your hardwood floors are properly taken care of, they can be a sustainable choice for many years. Refinishing your hardwood floors can extend your floor’s life expectancy by strengthening its surface and eliminating blemishes. On average, hardwood floors can be...
How Winter Weather Can Affect Your Hardwood Floors
As temperatures are cooling in Iowa, snow, slush, and salt will be on the roads, which can be tracked into your home, and you may be concerned about caring for your hardwood floors. There are three primary effects winter weather can have on hardwood floors. Here's our...
Common Questions Our Customers Have About Hardwood Floors
Barnum Floors has been a family-owned and operated business in the hardwood floor industry since 1995. With 28 years of experience, we have become experts in your flooring needs! Throughout our years, we have worked with all types of hardwood floors and customers to...
What Are the Ins and Outs of Dustless Floor Sanding?
Whether you’re installing new hardwood floors or refinishing existing floors, sanding is a crucial part of the process. While some hardwood floor projects can be done by yourself, relying on professionals is often the wisest choice. You can rent hardwood floor tools...
The Best Time of Year to Have Hardwood Floors Installed (Spoiler Alert: Anytime Is a Good Time!)
Before starting a wood installation project in your home, there are key considerations to keep in mind. One of which is selecting the most suitable time of year for your flooring installation. While planning for your project, weigh the different pros and cons each...
A Guide to Trim: Baseboards and Base Shoe for Your Hardwood Floors
As you’re planning on installing new hardwood floors, it’s important to consider all the details of your project. Trim, including baseboards and base shoe (quarter round) molding, are the details of your hardwood flooring that add a significant amount of design,...
How Humidity Affects Your Hardwood Floors During Summer & Winter
Your hardwood floors are a valuable investment that requires proper care to maintain their appearance. As the temperature fluctuates from summer to winter, so do humidity levels. While high heat or low temps don’t impact hardwood floors, it's important to note that...
Different Cuts of Wood for Hardwood Floors: Find the Right One for Your Home
Before you install hardwood flooring into your home, you may be thinking about the type of wood and the color of finish that will look great in your home. But, there’s one other factor you should consider: the cut of the wood. There are four main cutting options...
How to Prevent Damages to Your Hardwood Floors
While hardwood floors have a reputation for being durable and tough, that doesn’t mean they aren’t susceptible to damage from furniture, kids, pets, shoes, and spills. You’ve likely invested a lot of money into your flooring, so treating your hardwoods with the proper...