Guest pot by Sharon Matthews
There is a good chance that you’ve thought about hardwood flooring when buying or selling a home. If you want to increase the value of your house, hardwood floors are a great addition. However, hardwood floors are often prohibitively expensive. Some strategies for having hardwood flooring that is economical for you are included below.
Installation
Wood flooring can be installed on your own if you’re desperate to save money. The method is labor-intensive and may be challenging if you don’t have prior construction experience. Nevertheless, if you have the time and the skills, you may save a lot of money on your renovations! To make the installation process easier, engineered wood flooring can be attached directly to a concrete or wooden subfloor, making it less labor-intensive than hardwood flooring.
Compromise
You might be pleasantly pleased to discover that by making little trade-offs, you might save a significant amount of money. Some people love the color diversity that comes with it. Remember that you won’t be able to identify the difference between the grades if you stain the floors dark. Alternatively, getting a little narrower plank can occasionally save you a lot of money.
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Purchasing
When you shop online, you may discover the same brand name/item for less since they order in bulk. Make certain you’re comparing apples to apples. You’ll need to collect all of the matching moldings and double-check that you have the correct quantities (and extra for waste). If you consult with your installer, this is usually not a big deal. You’ll be in charge of receiving the delivery and transporting the wood from the truck to your home.
Put some limitations
If you’re on a tight budget right now, keep in mind that you can always do some of it now and some later (once you’ve saved more). If you can’t complete everything right now, ask your contractor how to go about it in the most effective way possible. They may have a good solution for you on occasion.
Plan your work for the off-season
When business is slow, some contractors are willing to lower their prices, especially if your project is larger. The wood is sometimes less expensive due to lower demand. Note: A large discount could indicate that your contractor is desperate, which is never a good sign.
Maintenance
The only thing left to learn is how to take care of your new flooring. In comparison to other surfaces in the house, hardwood floors require a more time-consuming cleaning technique. Just making sure you clean or vacuum your floors regularly is a smart place to start. If you prefer vacuuming, make sure that your vacuum’s wheels and attachments are soft to avoid scratching the floor. Don’t drag furniture across the floor, either, and be sure to mop up spills as quickly as possible.
