Hardwood Floors in Porterville, CA

Living in the shadow of the Sierra Nevada mountains, many desire organic flooring that befits nature’s wonders. Hardwood flooring adds enduring value, distinction, and timeless beauty.

At Thompson’s Floor Covering Carpet One Floor & Home in Porterville, CA, we understand the tradition of hardwood flooring - it is desirable, distinctive, and truly elegant.  Whatever your style or budget, we have the hardwood flooring selection to suit your needs.

Here are some guidelines for choosing the right hardwood option suitable for your space.

Best Types of Hardwood Flooring

Are you looking for a rustic, wire-brushed, wide-plank look? Maybe you require a sleek, glossy plank to enhance your interior.

Hardwood planks are manufactured using different tree species and then stained to match trending or preferred looks.

We offer the following species:

• Red Maple
• Ash
• Hickory
• White Oak

What Is Engineered Hardwood Flooring?

Many are surprised at just how similar solid and engineered hardwood floors look. And while they are impossible to tell apart, there are a few distinctions.

• Engineered hardwood flooring is a more modern type of hardwood construction. These resilient planks are made up of three to seven layers of natural wood veneers. For this reason, engineered hardwood floors can be installed on all levels of your home, including in finished basements.

• Solid hardwood planks are considered the original hardwood option. The simplistic construction allows the natural characteristics of the planks to stand out. Solid hardwood is beautiful and adds real estate value to your home, but it is limited as to where you can install it. It should be kept in dry, cool spaces in your home that see little foot traffic, like a bedroom or home office.

What Are The Benefits of Solid Hardwood Flooring?

We all know that solid hardwood flooring is a significant investment. However, this will add beauty and a great return on investment (ROI) in the long run.

Solid hardwood flooring can also be sanded and refinished more than once! This helps to extend its life and maintain its natural look.

What Are The Benefits of Engineered Hardwood Flooring?

Thanks to its layered construction, engineered hardwood has less risk of warping with temperature changes and humidity.

Its added layers make for a denser floor than solid hardwood, making engineered hardwood floors generally safer for heavy, regular activity.  While its refinishing potential is much more limited than solid hardwood, certain types of engineered flooring can be refinished once over their lifetime.  

Where Can I Install Hardwood Flooring?

Generally, hardwood flooring works best in interior spaces.

Most hardwood flooring options aren’t recommended for the kitchen or bathroom since frequent moisture and humidity can damage your floorboards over time.

• Solid hardwood fares best in quiet, dry rooms.
• Engineered hardwood is the better option if you have children or pets.
• For kitchens and bathrooms, consider our waterproof hardwood flooring!

Not sure where to begin? Relax and let us handle the rest: we proudly offer professional installation services and select warranties for most of our flooring options and products.

Find Hardwood Flooring Near You

Thompson’s Flooring Carpet One Floor & Home is an independently owned and operated member of the world’s largest flooring cooperative. We offer an incredible selection of the latest hardwood flooring products, in addition to localized services and fair pricing.

To learn more about our hardwood brands or browse our product displays, visit our showroom at 591 West College Avenue in Porterville, CA. You can also shop our flooring online.

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