Hardwood Floors: Restoration vs. Replacement

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Sometimes properties can come with vintage wood floors that have seen better days. However, there are some key signs that tell you whether or not your floors can be repaired, or if they’ll need replacing. If your floors have already been refinished multiple times, they may be close to the end of their lifespan. Or if you’ve had water damage, you should consider replacing your floors because other serious damage can occur if the moisture isn’t dealt with. Over time hardwood floors can become discolored from sunlight, this is a fix that can be achieved by refinishing. If you have creaky floors they’ll likely need replacing because the damage could be more severe under the floor surface. However, if the damage isn’t structural and is a small area, a replacement could be as simple as swapping out a couple of planks. The opportunity to keep the original floor if it’s vintage is really special, vintage wood floors have a lot of character and provide visual interest.



Tool Talk Tuesday: Jigsaws

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Jigsaws make difficult cuts easier and safer. A company with a limited budget can make do without one. But If you decide to purchase one, you will save time on casing, angle, and multiple obstacle cuts.

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White Oak Transforms PDX Home!

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🌟 Transforming another home with new #whiteoak and #bona natural seal within a week. This look continues to be our customers favorite choice!

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Water-Based Finishes

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Water-based finishes are a great choice for those concerned about strong odors and VOC’s (volatile organic compounds.) It is made up of a mixture of plasticizers and synthetic resins, leaving a smooth, consistent surface. Another benefit of water-based finishes is that the application of single component water-base can be fairly easy and it dries quickly compared to other finishes. It also is durable and holds up well against moisture. However, keep in mind you should never wax floors with a water-based finish because the finish can be dulled. Water-based finishes are a great choice for homeowners because they highlight the natural beauty of the wood, dry quickly, and have lower VOCs than a number of other polyurethane finishes. Talk to us today about using a water-based finish on your floor!

2021 Flooring Influences

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There are a number of factors influencing design trends this year, but Covid has presented as a unique factor in dictating this year’s trends. For example, neutral tones and natural materials will be making a comeback because they provide a sense of comfort and security. Another flooring trend that will be popular is bold grain patterned hardwood floors. These bold grain patterns are great for showcasing the natural beauty of hardwood and can be the highlight of a room. The pandemic has also made cleanliness a topic of discussion, meaning people will be more likely to move away from carpet due to it trapping more dust and allergens. Hardwood and LVP are easy to maintain and clean, some LVP manufacturers, like Mannington Mills, are even creating products with antimicrobial surfaces for additional protection against germs. Products like this are likely to be popular in both residential and commercial spaces with so many benefits.



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We're Hiring Experienced Flooring Installers!

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We’re hiring experienced flooring installers! Text FLOORS to 22100 or apply at⤵️

www.westcoasthf.com/careers

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Tool Talk Tuesday: Oscillating Tool Blades

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For #tooltalktuesday let’s talk oscillating tool blades! First my favorite brands are #milwaukee and #dremel. From the top down:

1. This is a Japanese sawtooth style blade. Very good for cutting hardwood and casings cleanly. Easily destroyed by metal!

2. Regular wood cutting blade, cosistent and durable rough cuts. Still quickly destroyed by metal.

3. Mixed used blade, still testing but so far I prefer straight up carbide.

4. Carbide blade, excellent for cutting metal whether it’s nails in casings, trim, wood with nails, etc. terrible for wood cuts.

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Tips For A Relaxing Home

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There are lots of ways to make your home feel more like a day spa and bring out your inner zen, but we’re here with some sneaky tips you might not have heard of! One product that we recommend for soothing smells that leave your home fresh scented with their long lasting aroma is the Bona Hard Surface Floor Cleaner. It works well for cleaning a multitude of surfaces like luxury vinyl tile (LVT), stone, and no wax sealed tile. It is available in both lemon mint and cedar wood, leaving your home smelling fresh and citrusy, or like a log cabin in the forest and sparkly clean. Mixing hardwood floors with a soft area rug can create a cozy focal point in a room while also protecting the wood floor from furniture scratches. Place a decorative basket next to couches and beds for spare blankets, tv, remotes, and phone chargers to keep rooms free of clutter.  Last but not least, replacing your bathroom towels with fresh, fluffy ones can leave your bathroom feeling like a day spa.



Making Your AirBnB Feel Brand New

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Owning properties to turn into AirBnB rentals can turn costly quickly with renovations. We’re going to share with you some cost effective methods to liven up your property that provide a huge visual impact. 

  1. New Flooring - Refinishing existing hardwood floors or replacing carpets can give new life to a space.

  2. Add an accent wall - Using paint, wallpaper, or wall decals to create an accent wall can pack a real visual punch.

  3. Updating bathroom tile - Getting rid of old tile to upgrade to something more modern can make a bathroom feel luxurious and spa-like when paired with some fresh towels. 

  4. Painting Kitchen Cabinets - by painting your cabinets you can change the entire feel of a kitchen, without overspending.

  5. Window Coverings- Updating window coverings to make sure they aren’t faded or damaged. Curtains can also be a creative way to add patterns and bold colors to rooms.

Owning properties to turn into AirBnB rentals can turn costly quickly with renovations. We’re going to share with you some cost effective methods to liven up your property that provide a huge visual impact. 

  1. New Flooring - Refinishing existing hardwood floors or replacing carpets can give new life to a space.

  2. Add an accent wall - Using paint, wallpaper, or wall decals to create an accent wall can pack a real visual punch.

  3. Updating bathroom tile - Getting rid of old tile to upgrade to something more modern can make a bathroom feel luxurious and spa-like when paired with some fresh towels. 

  4. Painting Kitchen Cabinets - by painting your cabinets you can change the entire feel of a kitchen, without overspending.

  5. Window Coverings- Updating window coverings to make sure they aren’t faded or damaged. Curtains can also be a creative way to add patterns and bold colors to rooms.