Hardwood Education
Insider Knowledge From the Hardwood Experts
Our team at Barnum Floors lives and breathes hardwood — the trade has been in our family for decades. Browse our wood education articles for information on how to take care of your hardwood, an inside look at our processes, industry news, and more. We want to help you make informed decisions about your hardwood and help you maintain it for you and your family to love for years to come.
Pros & Cons of Different Wood Floor Finishes
The finish of your hardwood floors makes an impact. It can increase your home’s value, create a...
How to Care for Your Hardwood Floors
Your hardwood floors can take on a lot of wear over the years from daily foot traffic, spills,...
Differences in Wood Flooring Species
Differences in Wood Flooring Species Making the decision to invest in hardwood flooring is big and...
Benefits of Using a Local Wood Craftsman
Benefits of Using a Local Wood Craftsman So, you’ve made the decision to invest in hardwood...
Buffing vs. Sanding Hardwood Floors
Buffing vs. Sanding for Hardwood Floors Natural wear & tear can happen to any type of floor,...
Barnum Floors Featured in DSM CultureCast
This video was created as a collaboration with Silent Rivers Design + Build for a DSM Magazine...
HBA Featured Story May 2021: Endless Color Options
One of the many fabulous features of hardwood flooring is the ability to choose the color of your...
9 Hardwood Care Tips & Things to Know
What You Need to Know About Hardwood Flooring 1. The cut of hardwood matters. Plain sawn...
Hardwood Flooring: Does it Add Value to Your Home?
How to Get the Biggest ROI With New Floors Hardwood floors are one of the best investments you can...
Get in Touch With the Barnum Floors Team
If you have any questions about hardwood or our processes, or if you’d like to discuss your next project, contact our team — we’d be happy to help.