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By now, you probably know that excess water is public enemy #1 of solid hardwood flooring, but sometimes, no matter how careful we are, floods will happen. Remember Hurricane Sandy and all of Connecticut's significant rain and snowstorms? Wood's porous absorbs liquid and then cups, crowns, and ...

What’s the best way to deal with moisture and your hardwood flooring?If you have wood floors in your home, you probably already know that moisture is certainly no friend of the product. However, there are ways to combat moisture for results that allow your floors to meet their intended lifespan ...

The answer to this question depends on many factors; the first is whether you're talking about solid hardwood flooring or engineered flooring. These two hardwood versions behave very differently with moisture and have different installation techniques, impacting whether concrete subfloors are okay....

Yes, as long as it’s the engineered flooring version of hardwood and as long as the subfloor is dry. Basements can be damp and, in a location like Connecticut, we have significant snowfalls and heavy rainstorms (like Nor'easters) that increase moisture levels.Engineered wood flooring is more ...

To quote a (true) cliche: "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure," but sometimes, no matter how careful we are, wood floors will experience excess water from leaks, spills, floods, and weather. Of course, we all know about things like wiping spills immediately and placing mats ...

Ideal in any space, a solid or engineered hardwood installation assures elegant, timeless beauty like no other. Whether modern or classic, wood slats make an impressive foundation for any space, available in a fantastic array of varnish colors, species, and grains. This kind of surfacing, however, ...

It's not difficult to keep your hardwood flooring looking brand new. Dust and dirt stay on the surface where they can be easily removed. Keep in mind that wood floors are different from tile and vinyl floors. An all-purpose cleaner can dull a wood floor's finish, and a soap-based cleaner can leave ...

Everyone knows that moisture is a natural enemy of hardwood flooring, causing all manner of problematic behavior. So, what can you do about it?That is a great question and one we will discuss in today's post. So read along to find out more about it.Moisture and hardwood flooringYou often know you ...

If you have hardwood flooring, there will likely be times you’ll have to deal with moisture issues. In today's post, we will discuss that in greater detail, so your peace of mind will be as great as your wood flooring.Wood floors are an excellent addition to your homeHumidity and other moisture ...

Moisture is an issue with hardwood flooring, no matter how you approach the problem. The good news is there are ways to combat it so that you don’t have to worry about water damage for better floors for years to come.Deal with moisture and wood floorsWood floors naturally absorb moisture from the ...

Hardwood flooring is known for many outstanding attributes, including a long lifespan, excellent durability, and appearance options that create the perfect décor match. But it is often most sought-after for the value it adds to your home.Wood floors can do so muchOne of the reasons that hardwood ...

If you have hardwood flooring, you might experience moisture issues at some point in time. There are many causes and proper solutions for each one, so read along for more information about the topic.Wood floors and moisture don’t mixMany issues can cause moisture issues with your wood floors. ...

You can’t tell the difference between solid and engineered hardwood after the floor is installed. But you can see that engineered wood contrasts solid wood when you examine one of the man-made planks. A surface layer of hardwood tops a base made up of plywood layers situated in different directions....

Winters can be hard on hardwood, especially the kind of winters we get here in Connecticut. On the one hand, the air is drier and filled with static, but, on the other hand, much more moisture gets tracked in from outside. Help! What do we do to keep our hardwood flooring healthy during this time ...

Engineered flooring is hardwood, constructed so that it is stable and better able to handle water and humidity. It can be refinished and adds the same kind of value to a property as solid. Engineered wood is now taking a significant share of the wood flooring industry because it appeals to those ...

Do engineered wood floors come with padding?Maybe we had better clarify, because when we talk about “padding,” we are not talking about what is underneath the carpet. That is too thick and too soft to support a wood floor. With that being said, whenever engineered flooring is installed as a ...

There’s no way to entirely represent the fantastic attributes of engineered hardwood in this space. However, we are going to share a few of the most essential benefits that might make your choice a little easier.Engineered flooring is a magnificent floor covering for nearly every space in your home....

Hardwood flooring advantages everyone should know about by Sunshine Floor SuppliesThere are many things that every homeowner needs to consider, especially when it comes to making sure that all occupants feel safe and comfortable in all its areas. As much as possible, you need to see to it that you ...

COREtec Waterproof Flooring WPC AdvantagesCOREtec Plus is an innovative and renowned brand of waterproof luxury vinyl plank flooring (also referred to as W.P.C.). The contemporary luxury vinyl flooring provides style, durability, strength, and, most importantly, the perfect waterproof floor. These ...

Hardwood Flooring Design Ideas near Stamford CT by Sunshine Floor Supplies.We installed hardwood flooring and recoated wood flooring through out Stamford and Fairfield County for many years now. We have also worked with some amazing interior designers in the area. Some of our hardwood installation ...

Hardwood Flooring Design Inspirations & Chevron Hardwood Flooring  In Stamford & Bridgeport, CTHardwood flooring design makes all the difference in a home. Good, quality interior design requires more than a good eye for style, colors, accents, and home decor. It requires excellent craftsmanship. ...

A local floor supplies company is putting a fresh finish on hardwood floor supply location in 147 Selleck St Stamford CT, opening its own showroom to furnish flooring throughout southwestern Connecticut.Sunshine Floor Supplies, which has customers from Greenwich up the coast and beyond, has ...

Bridgeport hardwood floor company opening Norwalk showroomBy Alexander SouleA local company is putting a fresh finish on a former hardwood floor supply location in South Norwalk, opening its own showroom to furnish flooring throughout southwestern Connecticut.Read more on TheHour.com.Also available ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESunShine Floor Supplies, Inc. Announces ExpansionCelebrating 10 years in business with the addition of two fully-operational facilitiesBridgeport, CT (September 21, 2016) – SunShine Floor Supplies, Inc. (SunShine), a CT-based company with its primary location at 1957 Main ...