Not only does it fit with nearly any decor, wood brings a classic warmth and richness that will never go out of style.

Use

Wood is recommended for the following rooms

Bedroom Dining room Living room

Office Corridors Basement (engineered wood only)

Wood is not recommended for the following rooms:

• Bathroom
• Kitchen

Advantages

High esthetic value Durable Easy maintenance and care

Adds value to the house Can be re-conditioned

Considerations

Can be easily damaged by:

Heavy traffic Pebbles Water

Dropped objects (impact) Variations in temperature and humidity

Dimensions

Wood slats usually come in widths of 2.5 to 5 inches

	Many varieties of solid or engineered wood are available on the market:
	Local woods Cherry White oak Red oak Maple hardwood Silver maple Ash Wild cherry Beech Larch Walnut	Exotic woods Jatoba Ipe Bamboo Tauari Cumaru Cabreuva Tiger Wood Kempas
	Available brands
	Mercier Goodfellow Tarkett Armstrong Bruce	Hartco Pollmeier Wycander Kahrs

Calculation of quantity

Before starting your project, make sure you carefully calculate the quantity of material you will need. Here's how to do it:

1. Calculate the area to be covered, in square feet.
   
   
2. After taking your measurement in feet, add approximately 5% to cover any waste.
   
   
3. Multiply your result by the price per square foot of your selected product, adding the cost of installation, if any.
   
   
4. Check how the wood floor you wish to install is sold. Some products are only sold in full boxes.
   
   
5. Have your calculations verified by a specialist before ordering. This first step basically helps you draw up your budget.

Cost

Wood prices usually vary between $3 and $8 per square foot, not including installation.

Rules for maintenance and care and instructions for protecting hardwood

Wood slat finishes do not increase durability, resistance to impact or compression. Animal claws, high heels, or any pointy, sharp-edged or heavy object, as well as objects dropped onto wood floors may leave marks or cause damage.

• Vacuum your floors often to eliminate as soon as possible all abrasives (sand, glass, crystal, or metal shards, shavings, etc.) that can scuff the varnish.
  
  
• Only use maintenance and care products recommended by the floor manufacturer.
  
  
• Never use wax, detergent, or oil-based soap on your floor.
  
  
• We do not recommend cleaning varnished floors with a water and vinegar mixture, because vinegar oxidizes the varnish over time.

Immediately wipe water, liquid or detergents, before they are absorbed by the wood fibres.