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It is a floor that is not nailed or fastened anywhere. It does not touch the walls or base or anything, usually the requirement is .5 inch. So essentially it "floats".

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Is it better to use laminate or hardwood for a floating floor?

The floors themselves install in a very similar fashion. If you want a floor with a lot of shine, you will want to go with hardwood. If cost is an issue, laminate.


Can I use a hardwood floor cleaner on any type of floor?

While you can use a hardwood floor cleaner on any type of floor, it will only be effective on hardwood. It won't really help on carpet, and in some cases may damage the carpet.


Does a birch hardwood floor scratch easily?

does birch hardwood scratch easy


Is it necessary to use hardwood floor cleaner on hardwood floors?

It's not always necessary to use hardwood floor cleaner on hardwood floors. While dedicated hardwood floor cleaners are designed to be gentle and effective, you can also maintain your floors using a damp mop with water and a mild pH-balanced soap. Avoid using excessive water or harsh chemicals, as they can damage the wood. Regular sweeping or vacuuming to remove dirt and debris is also crucial in preserving the beauty and longevity of hardwood floors. However, for specific stains or deep cleaning, a hardwood floor cleaner can be a helpful option, but it's not always mandatory for routine maintenance.


Can you use a steam cleaner on carpets laid over hardwood floor?

Yes you can as long as you are not concerned about damaging the underlying floor. If the floor is old and the finish in unimportant to you, you are fine. If you are looking at steam cleaning an area rug which is on a hardwood floor, that's a definite no-no and the as the water and steam can stain or buckle the hardwood.

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Can you install hardwood on a cement floor?

Yes, it must be a glue down wood or a floating wood floor.


Can you construct a floating hardwood floor over ceramic tile?

I suppose you could as long as it is solid....


Is it better to use laminate or hardwood for a floating floor?

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Can you install hardwood flooring over laminate flooring?

No, laminate is floating type of floor installed over an insulation pad. Hardwood floor has to be nailed, stapled or glued to the subfloor. If you do manage to install hardwood on top of laminate sooner or later your Laminate floor will expand due to high temperature or humidity and it will create gaps between hardwood planks.


Can you install laminate floor over laminate floor?

No, laminate is floating type of floor installed over an insulation pad. Hardwood floor has to be nailed, stapled or glued to the subfloor. If you do manage to install hardwood on top of laminate sooner or later your Laminate floor will expand due to high temperature or humidity and it will create gaps between hardwood planks.


Can hardwood flooring be laid over tile?

no I have seen it done (really), but it's a bad idea.


What is the best wood floor polish?

Bona Hardwood Floor Polish is environmentally friendly and can maintain any hardwood floor.


What is the best product for shiny hardwood floors?

Bruce hardwood floor cleaner is the best hardwood floor cleaner for day to day use.


Can a hardwood floor be floated?

Engineered hardwood floors can be floated, but not solid hardwood floors.


How do you clean a hardwood laminate floating floor without damaging it Are those swiffer wet jets safe?

Swiffer Wet Jets are safe for laminate flooring. To clean a hardwood laminate floor without damaging it, you should use a mop and hot water. Wring the mop out so it is not dripping wet.


What products are featured on the Orange Glo website?

Orange Glo is a Hardwood Floor Care business designed especially for people who live in a house with wooden floors. Some products are "Hardwood Floor Everyday Cleaner", "Hardwood Floor 4-in-1 Cleaner" and "Hardwood Floor Refinisher".


Is hardwood floor better than rug?

The flooring is all up to you. If you prefer a hardwood floor, go with that. If you want a rug floor, that's okay too. You can always do a combo of them, and make some of your floor hardwood, and the rest rug.