Solid 3/4" Hardwood flooring cannot be installed below grade (below the soil line) or over concrete. When a solid product encounters moisture it reacts very negatively. Therefore, a laminate or engineered flooring must be used. Laminate flooring is constructed by fusing 4-plys of material together to form a product with unprecedented strength and durability. An engineered product is very similar with the exception that they usually have a real wood layer on top of the constructed core.

Yes, as long as relative humidity in your basement is controlled and that you install Quiet Walk or Quickstyle 2 in 1 foam with vapour barrier under you floor.

Please refer to the installation instructions found in every box of product or refer to our Floor Care, Installation section of our website.

Yes. there are products that will allow you to install hardwood flooring in any room in the house but care must be taken in choosing the right flooring product and also in ensuring the correct preparatory work on the sub-floor. Please see our page on using adhesive to fix solid wood flooring to concrete

Yes, your pets and hardwood floor can coexist peacefully. However, make sure you trim and file your pets' claws regularly. Also, choosing a satin finish can help hide small scratches your pets may leave.

The basement is a moist place. Make sure the flooring you choose is suitable for basement installation. The manufacturers warranty will mention where it will or will not cover moisture damage. If you are not sure about your floor's moisture level - you can take an extra precaution by using a moisture barrier.

Yes, Engineered hardwood floors are an excellent for installation below grade. Many manufacturers like Mirage and BR111 make quality products that can be glued directly to a concrete slab. These products can be maintained just like solid wood flooring and can even be sanded and refinished. Engineered flooring is available in as many styles and price ranges as traditional hardwood flooring.

If you've ever read a warranty of any kind, you already know that there are a lot of loop holes associated with warranties. Hardwood flooring warranties are no different. Do not base your decision to purchase any type of flooring, whether its hardwood flooring, laminate flooring, engineered flooring, carpet, vinyl, or tile because it has a so-called "Warranty".

Our products can be found at leading flooring retail sites across the United States and Canada. For a specific retail location, please send us an email at info@bellefloor.com that includes your address and zip code and we will locate the nearest outlet for you within 48 hours.

This is flooring that has been finished with polyurethane in a special factory. This flooring can be installed and walked on the very same day!

Unfinished wood must be sanded and finished with polyurethane after it has been installed. Unfinshed wood also comes in a wide variety of species, board widths and grades. These floors also have the ability to be custom stained.

Boards consist of a layer of wood veneer or 'wear surface' over several layers of plywood. Engineered wood can be glued or stapled down and is suitable to install above or below grade.

Answer: Hardwood comes in basically two forms. Solid wood flooring is the same species of wood through its thickness. This type of wood flooring can be nailed down only and is suitable for above the soil line only. The second type of hardwood flooring is called engineered flooring and is suitable for all levels of your home. Woodchuck Flooring does not recommend hardwood in, full bathrooms, laundry rooms or at the main entryway to a home.

Yes... QUICKSTYLE laminate flooring is installer friendly, and with a few basic tools and our easy-to-follow instructions most consumers are able to achieve excellent installation results.

Installation is easy. All systems come with a detailed manual that includes pictures of the installation process.

Yes... as long as the humidity level is acceptable and a PE film is installed between the subfloor and the underlayment (PE Foam, cork, etc)

Wood floors contribute to making a healthier work and living environment. According to a report from the Environmental Protection Agency, six out of 10 homes today contain contaminants that can aggravate allergies and asthma. Today, allergies or asthma (asthma being one of the leading reasons children miss school) in some way trouble one out of five Americans.

A high quality wall-to-wall carpet often costs more than hardwood flooring products. Looking at flooring as a purchase that will last for generations with proper maintenance, it is clearly a better value. Once hardwood flooring is laid down it should only need an inexpensive re-coating (if properly maintained) as it shows signs of wear.

Hardwood floors are generally nailed through the sub floor to the joists, which adds structural integrity to your home. Hardwood floors add value to your real estate investment and generally make a property easier to sell. Hardwood floors are very durable. While most floor coverings (carpet, linoleum, etc.) last an average of 8 years, hardwood floors can easily last the life of the building.

It is not recommended, due to the high moisture associated with these areas. It may cause unfavorable conditions for hardwood flooring.