How to choose a correct flooring for you?

Top 4 considerations

Consider Function
Choose a floor type according to the room's use. Is it a high traffic area? Is food brought into the area? Some rooms need to allow for water on the floor, such as kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms and even entryways.

Choose a style
Match or complement the room's decor (paint, fabrics, cabinets, etc). How would you describe the room? Warm and cozy? Clean and modern? Remember to consider how it will look with the adjacent rooms as well.

Set a budget
Remember to include subflooring (underpad), floor preparation and installation. A material that seems like a bargain may need more frequent replacement than an option that initially costs more but is more durable.

Consider the service
You may desire a small company's personal attention but think a large chain has better economy and selection. Surfside Flooring has an enormous selection, good prices, and proven quality servie.

The Do's & Don't's of hardwood flooring

Always follow the manufacturer's recommendation on installation & proper maintenance.

Place mats near sinks and entrances to protect your hardwood floor

Maintain humidity level around 45% for your hardwood floor as well as having a healthy home environment

Keep pet claws trimmed to avoid scratching floors

Use self adhesive felt pads under furniture or chair legs to ease movement and prevent scratches.

Spiked-heeled shoes are not recommended and street shoes you must be careful not to damage the finish of your floor.

We recommend that you vacuum regularly to rid your floor of dust and eliminate abrasives that can scratch the finish

Never wet-mop your floor or use a wax or oiled based detergents, we recommend a floor maintenance kit for hardwood or laminate floors.

With infloor radiant heating system never raise the heat by more than 5 degrees per day and not higher than 85 degrees.