Are you ready to give your home a brand-new look? Imagine walking into your house and seeing beautiful, smooth wood floors that shine in the sunlight. In Billings, Montana, where we have the beautiful Rimrocks and the winding Yellowstone River, we love things that look natural and tough. Hardwood flooring is the perfect choice for living here in Big Sky Country.
At Carpet One Floor & Home in Billings, we want to be your helpers on this journey. Whether you are fixing up an old house or building a new one, we know how to make your floors look amazing. Let’s explore why hardwood floors are such a great idea for your home.
Living in Montana is special. We have hot summers, cold winters, and a lot of dry air. You might wonder if wood floors can handle our weather. The answer is yes! In fact, they are perfect for our semi-arid (that means somewhat dry) climate.
Here are a few reasons why hardwood is a smart pick for your house:
When you start shopping, you will hear two big words: Solid and Engineered. It is important to know the difference so you can pick the right one for your house.
Solid hardwood is exactly what it sounds like. It is one thick piece of wood cut from a tree.
Pros: It lasts a very long time. If it gets scratched, you can sand it down and make it look new again.
Best For: Rooms that are above the ground (like bedrooms and living rooms).
Think About: It does not like water or basements very much.
Engineered hardwood is like a sandwich. It has a real slice of pretty wood on top, but the layers underneath are made of strong composite wood pressed together.
Pros: It is very stable. It doesn't grow or shrink much when the weather changes from hot to cold.
Best For: Busy areas, basements, or homes right near the river where there might be a little more moisture.
Think About: It is usually easier to install than solid wood.
Taking care of hardwood floors is actually very easy. You don't need fancy machines. You just need to build good habits. Here is how you can keep them looking shiny and new:
You might watch videos online and think, "I can do that!" But putting in hardwood floors is harder than it looks. It is like a big puzzle that needs special tools. You have to make sure the floor underneath (the subfloor) is flat, and you have to leave just the right amount of space for the wood to breathe.
If you make a mistake, your floor might squeak, pop up, or have big gaps. That is why we suggest letting the pros handle it. At Carpet One Floor & Home, we follow strict rules to make sure your floor is installed perfectly. We measure the moisture and let the wood get used to your house's temperature before we start. This way, your floor stays beautiful for years and years.
We are proud to help families in Billings and nearby towns like Laurel, Huntley, and Red Lodge make their homes beautiful. We understand the local weather and style better than anyone because we live here, too! We even have a cool tool called the Room Visualizer. You can take a picture of your room and see what different floors look like instantly on your phone or computer. It takes the guessing out of shopping!
Ready to start? Come visit our showroom in Billings to touch and feel the wood samples yourself. We would love to chat with you and help you find the perfect floor for your family.
Thank you for contacting Carpet One Floor & Home. Your local flooring expert will reach out to you regarding your inquiry.