Natural hardwood floors have long been a timeless favorite for homeowners. At Whitt’s Carpet One Floor & Home in Salem, VA, we understand that hardwood is more than just a flooring choice—it’s an investment. That’s why our team of certified experts is here to guide you in selecting the perfect wood flooring that fits your budget, lifestyle, and design vision. We offer a curated selection of high-quality hardwood floors that combine durability with exceptional style. Proudly serving Roanoke and Roanoke County, we’re committed to helping you find the ideal flooring solution for your home.
Hardwood is a naturally beautiful flooring option in various styles, colors, textures, and plank sizes. Popular trends in hardwood include weather-worn rustic looks and smooth-grained light wood floors. Choose a refinished wood floor that’s durable and less time-consuming to install, or pick an unfinished hardwood plank so that you have more custom design freedom. You’ll also find extra wide planks, options with hand-scraped textures, and planks with beveled edges in our showroom and online. Plus, there are a range of wood species, including natural oak, hickory, maple, walnut, mahogany, and many more, waiting for you to explore.
Hardwood flooring remains one of the most popular options for hard surface floors, but deciding between solid and engineered hardwood can be confusing. Each option has unique qualities that make it better suited for different areas of your home.
Whether you choose solid or engineered hardwood, understanding your home's needs will help you choose the right flooring option that combines style and practicality.
Hardwood flooring, known for its natural porous qualities, expands and contracts with changes in moisture levels. This makes solid hardwood less suitable for high-humidity spaces like bathrooms or basements. Proper installation and upkeep are essential to ensure your hardwood floors last and maintain their value. Consulting with flooring specialists can help you select the ideal hardwood—or an alternative—tailored to your space and preferences. Our experts can also use tools like hygrometers to measure humidity and determine whether hardwood flooring is the right choice for your room.
Installing hardwood flooring is a multi-step process that requires careful planning and attention to detail to ensure a beautiful, long-lasting result. Each step plays a crucial role in achieving the perfect finish, from selecting the correct type of wood to preparing your space and completing the final touches. Here’s a breakdown of the key stages of transforming your home with stunning hardwood floors.
A flooring expert will visit your home to assess the space and guide you in selecting the ideal hardwood—solid or engineered—and the perfect finish to suit your style and Salem’s unique climate. Precise measurements are taken to calculate the materials needed, and you'll receive a detailed cost estimate.
Hardwood must adapt to your home’s temperature and humidity to prevent expansion or contraction. This acclimation process typically involves storing the wood inside your home for 3–7 days before installation.
The existing flooring—carpet, tile, or old wood—is removed to expose the subfloor. The subfloor is then thoroughly cleaned, leveled, and inspected for moisture. This step is crucial in areas like Salem, where humidity levels fluctuate. If needed, a moisture barrier or underlayment is added for optimal protection.
The installation method depends on the type of hardwood:
Careful attention is given to creating a balanced, natural pattern with staggered seams that enhance stability and aesthetics.
For unfinished wood, the flooring is sanded, stained, and sealed after installation to achieve a flawless finish. If pre-finished hardwood is used, this step is skipped, streamlining the process and minimizing cleanup.
Once installation is complete, the crew thoroughly cleans the area, removing dust and leftover materials. A final walk-through ensures the floor is level, secure, and perfectly polished.
If a finish is applied, it may take 1–2 days to cure before moving furniture back into the space. You’ll also receive care instructions, such as using felt pads under furniture and avoiding excessive water during cleaning, to keep your new floors looking pristine for years to come.
For the best hardwood floors near you, visit our showroom or check our inventory online. We’re here to bring you premium products at an affordable price so you get the most value from your purchase. We offer various styles and brands to help you find and install the perfect hardwood flooring for your home stress-free. But don't just take our word for it. Check out our reviews from customers just like you!
"We had engineered wood flooring installed in the remainder of our home. They were able to match it perfectly with the existing flooring. They did an excellent job with the installation and we are very happy and satisfied. We highly recommend them to anyone with flooring needs." - R.N.
Contact us to learn more about our hardwood flooring selection. We proudly serve the communities of Bent Mountain, Blue Ridge, Boones Mill, Catawba, Cloverdale, Copper Hill, Daleville, Elliston, Fincastle, Hardy, Roanoke, Salem, Shawsville, Troutville, and Vinton, VA.
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