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A Bit About Solid Hardwood Floors

Solid hardwood floors should neither be installed over a concrete slab nor below ground level because of high moisture sensitivity. Unsightly gaps appear when moisture dries and the floors contract in the winter heating months. The floors expand and gaps disappear during summers. The wood planks may buckle or cup because of excessive moisture. In view of these facts, enough space should be left for expansion and wood should be acclimated. Nail-down installations are most appropriate for these floors. The possibility of re-coating and refinishing increases the life and appearance of solid hardwood floors. Generally solid hardwood floors are made up of ash, maple, red oak and white oak.

Solid wood floorings are divided into three sub categories: strip flooring, plank flooring and parquet flooring. Thickness of strip flooring varies between 5/16 inch and 3/4 inch. Available widths are 1 1/2 inch, 2 inch and 2 1/4 inch. Though plank flooring is sold in two thicknesses, width can range between 3 inches and 8 inches. Parquet flooring has geometrical patterns that are created with wood slats.

Hand-scraped hardwood floors are hand crafted. Character markings on handscraped hardwood floors (hand sculptured floors) are a unique feature. These floors offer the best finishes for either the modern world look or the old reclaimed wood floor look. Both engineered and solid hand sculpted floors are sold. Beautiful handscraped hardwood floors are very expensive. Engineered handscraped hardwood floors are best suited for a structure erected on a concrete slab and in high humidity conditions. A few companies also market distressed hardwood flooring that has machine made markings unlike hand made markings in handscraped hardwood floor. Handscraped floor is costlier than distressed version, but both floorings offer a rich look.

Hardwood floors should be cleaned with products recommended by the manufacturer. Regular use of a vacuum cleaner will clean dirt, mud, grit and small stones that may spoil the finish. Welcome mats at the entrance for wiping feet before walking on the floor are of great help in protecting the finish. When choosing furniture for you home, do not buy products with sharp metal or wooden legs to prevent denting and scratching. Use of furniture coasters or felt protectors for all legs will prevent scratching. Non-staining and wide rubber cups are a must for heavy items like piano. The use of a paste wax on the hardwood floor with a polyurethane finish damages the finish. Spills on hardwood floors need immediate attention. Clean them with a paper towel or damp white cloth and dry the area.

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Solid Oak Toilet Seat. $29.99 Opt for a long-lasting solution with this solid oak toilet seat made from oak wood.Oak wood.Fittings included.Adjustable to fit all seats.

Oak Bookshelf $336 - Constructed of solid oak - assembly required

Oblique Solid Oak $1760 Display stand of solid oak available in various wood finishes. This item is not freestanding (it is meant to lean against walls, etc.). Made in the Netherlands.

Dining Table with Solid Top in Black and Oak Finish $467.55 Dining Table with Solid Top in Black and Oak Finish

Futon Frame Mission Style in Solid Oak Finish $828.3 Futon Frame Mission Style in Solid Oak Finish

Rockers Cottage Oak Solid Wood Rocker $276 Rockers Cottage Oak Solid Wood Rocker

Oak Quilt Rack $192 - Constructed of solid oak - Assembly required

Sparco Solid Oak Frame $6.99 0% 02322 1 1 Each 8.50" Width x 11" Height Frame features warm-toned solid wood that accents photographs and art work. Hinged easel back allows frame to stand vertically or horizontally. Design includes clear, unbreakable protective plastic face. Use included metal sawtooth hanger for wall display. Easel Back Hanger Horizontal No Photo Frame Solid Oak Frame Sparco Sparco Products Vertical Wall-mountable Walnut

Oslo Dining Table - Solid Oak. $149.99 This solid wood and veneer table, it looks great in either a classic or contemporary room. Perfect for family dining.Part of the Oslo collectionSize of table H75, L100cm.Size of table extended L100cm.Solid oak table top and solid oak legs.Weight of table 18kg.Packed flat for home assembly.Self assembly: 2 people required.

Toulouse Dining Table - Solid Oak. $129.99 This solid wood table has a lovely oak finish. A classic piece for your home, this table is an ideal size for family dining.Part of the Toulouse collectionSize of table H75, L120, W75cm.Solid wood table top and solid wood legs.Weight of table 16kg.Packed flat for home assembly.Self assembly: 2 people required.All tools included.

Chimney 68050 Bellows Small Solid Oak $71.96 Small Solid Oak Bellows with black suede leather finish. Measures 6in X 18in.

993-230 Mission Oak Cheval $201 The Mission Oak Cheval is perfect for the bedroom or bath Solid oak and oak veneer frame and solid oak mission styling Large mirror adjusts to the ideal dressing angle for any individual Some assembly required

Tu Solid Oak Frame 8x10 $9 Give your special memories a special place to reside with this Tu Solid Oak Frame. Its simple contemporary style and natural wood grain make it the ideal complement for a wide range of interiors. To the back are two hooks and a prop - so you can choose whether to display it on your wall or desk.

Biscayne Dark Oak Barstool Dark Oak $344 -Dark oak solid wood frame -Taupe micro fiber fabric

Solid Wood Cottage Oak Rocker $276 -Solid wood -Easy assembly

Oak Finish Mission Style Solid Wood Coffee / Cocktail Table $227.55 Oak Finish Mission Style Solid Wood Coffee / Cocktail Table

Set of 4 Oak Finish Solid Wood TV Dinner Tray Tables $169.5 Set of 4 Oak Finish Solid Wood TV Dinner Tray Tables

Country Style Solid Oak Wood Dining Room Sideboard Server $655.35 Country Style Solid Oak Wood Dining Room Sideboard Server

Country Style Solid Oak Wood Dining Room Buffet with Hutch $1635 Country Style Solid Oak Wood Dining Room Buffet with Hutch

3pc Solid Oak Coffee and End Tables Set in Espresso Finish $1211.25 3pc Solid Oak Coffee and End Tables Set in Espresso Finish

Mission Solid Oak Wood Bed-Side Night Stand $114.75 Mission Solid Oak Wood Bed-Side Night Stand

Solid Futon Bed Frame Padded Arm Design with Mattress in Distressed Oak $1439.55 Solid Futon Bed Frame Padded Arm Design with Mattress in Distressed Oak

Full / Queen Size Headboard Solid Wood Victorian Style in Oak $225.45 Full / Queen Size Headboard Solid Wood Victorian Style in Oak

Full / Queen Size Headboard Solid Wood Mission Style in Oak $253.2 Full / Queen Size Headboard Solid Wood Mission Style in Oak

Full / Queen Size Bookcase Headboard Solid Wood in Oak $506.25 Full / Queen Size Bookcase Headboard Solid Wood in Oak

7PCS Country Solid Oak Double Trestle Formal Dining Room Set $1860 7PCS Country Solid Oak Double Trestle Formal Dining Room Set

7PCS Country Solid Oak Nostalgia Dining Table & 6 Chairs Set $1560 7PCS Country Solid Oak Nostalgia Dining Table & 6 Chairs Set

COVERKING CUSTOM SEAT COVERS (1 ROW) VELOUR SOLID OAK $218.95 COVERKING CUSTOM SEAT COVERS (1 ROW) VELOUR SOLID OAK

Constable Solid Oak Pair of Dining Chairs. $199.99 Solid oak wooden chair.Brown leather effect seat pad.Requires assembly.Size: Width 48cm x depth 59cm x height 103cm.

Armada Art 03001 Solid Oak Scissor Rack $24.23 Solid Oak Scissors Stand. Holds up to 48 scissors. Will also hold pencils pens and paint brushes. Design is stylish and innovative. Functionality that is Unbeatable.

Oak Corner Table $278 - Constructed of solid oak - Antique bronze-plated metal handle - Fully assembled

Solid Oak Spacesaver CD Rack - Holds 28 CDs - by Wood Shed $76 Organize your collection! With this well-crafted Dark Oak Solid Oak Spacesaver CD Rack, you can store up to 28 of your favorite CDs! Constructed of powerful, kiln-dried solid oak, the Solid Oak Spacesaver CD Rack is one tough customer -- with absolutely NO PARTICLEBOARD used in its production -- built from Solid Oak, with an Oak Ply backboard. Crafted and constructed by 100-percent American hands, and finished with a hand rubbed danish oil in your choice of colors: Unfinished, Dark Oak, Clear Oak, or Honey Oak! Made in the USA, and ships completely assembled, saving you time and effort! Type: Wall and Door Organizers Color: Brown

Dripper Oak Leaf-Solid Copper $66.95 Earth Tones Dripper Clean Water is Important Too This beautiful copper dripper fountain is for use in a bird bath or shallow pond. The handcrafted oak tree design provides a gentle, steady stream of water for your friendly birds, as does the eye catching pebble design. The Oak Leaf is crafted of flamed copper with a soapstone base that holds four branches of copper leaves several inches above the bird bath water. The Pebble Dripper was created using natural materials and eco-friendly principles. Oak Leaf measures 19" H x 12" W Pebble Dripper measures 10.5"H x 5"W Please note that no basin or bird bath is not included A grounded AC whisper pump (UL approved) is included Ships Quickly!

Solid Oak and Veneer TV Console $393 This solid wood and veneer TV console will be a fashionable addition to your living room, offering clean lines and ample storage space. The transitional style TV stand has a deep oak finish, with a large top surface for your television. A glass door in the center encloses two shelves that are ideal for electronic components, allowing you to use your remotes through the glass. Open shelves on the ends are great for storage of movies, games, and music. For a perfect finishing touch, this lovely piece is completed with a simple brass metal knob, tapered legs, a scalloped trim base, and can be assembled in minutes!