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Rubber-Cal Fine Ribbed Corrugated Rubber Floor Mats – 3mm Thick x 3ft Runners Rubber-Cal’s Fine Rib Corrugated Rubber is a 3mm thick virgin rolled rubber mat and runner that is available in either a 36 inch or a 48 inch width that offers excellent traction with finer grooves and more protrusions, ribs and ridges. The surface pattern (which is comprised of very fine ribs) is more prone to scraping and cleaning debris and liquids from heavy foot traffic while maximizing the a…

Dirt Devil 0313SLV KRUZ Cordless Floor Vacuum Cleaner $119.99 Dirt Devil’s KRUZ cordless floor vacuum offers easy maneuverability to address your hard surface cleaning needs. The KRUZ’s Soft Glide Technology delivers effortless cleaning of dry hard floor surfaces. This cordless vacuum sweeper’s Soft Touch Bumper maneuvers gently around furniture and along baseboards to quickly and safely clean even hard to reach areas. Designed by Karim Rashid, you can feel …

Paws and Bones Personalized Pet Mat – Evergreen (Evergreen) (.5H x 28W x 18D) $41.99 The Paws and Bones Pet Mats are great for keeping your favorite pooch happy, and their food and water off your floor! These polypropylene dog food mats have a slip resistant backing, keeping the mats in place while your favorite little pet eats his or her dinner. Personalize this floor mat with your pet’s name. Mildew resistant and available in several colors. Made in the USA! Please Note: During …

Dremel EZ544 1-1/2-Inch EZ Lock Wood Cutting Wheel $11.03 Dremel EZ544 EZ Lock Wood Cutting WheelThe Dremel EZ Lock makes accessory changes easy as PULL – TWIST – RELEASE. The one-piece mandrel design simplifies the process of changing cutting wheels and makes it easy to cut through wood and laminates. For use with the EZ402 EZ Lock Mandrel. Dremel EZ544 EZ Lock Wood Cutting Wheel Features:; Now cut 1/2″ wood and laminate; Cuts wood fast with little effo…

Dean Carpet Stair Treads 23 x 8 – Gold – set of 13 $89.99 Quality, Stylish Carpet Stair Treads extend the life of your high traffic hardwood stairs. Reduce slips/increase traction (your treads must be attached securely to your stairs). Cut down on track-in dirt. Great for pets and pet owners. Helps your dog easily navigate your slippery staircase. 100% Polypropylene. Set includes 13 carpet stair treads PLUS one roll of double-sided carpet tape for easy, …

FastenMaster FMGD003-350 GuardDog Exterior Wood Screw, Tan, 3-Inch, 350-Pack $17.75 Guarddog, 350 Pack, 3′ Gold Color, Deck Screws, Matches Pressure Treated, Pozisquare Drive, #9 Diameter Fastener, Exterior Deck Screw In A Clear Plastic Bucket, Free Pozisquare Driver Bit Included.Coated for ACQ Treated Lumber, Copper Azole, Cedar, & Redwood….

4 On The Floor – Modified Running Contacts for Dog Agility by Ann Croft $44.29 Ann has been training and competing in agility for twelve years, and has a degree in Animal Behavior from the University of California in San Diego. Ann began in agility with her Boston Terriers, Chance and Mystic. Mystic was the first USDAA MAD Boston Terrier, and Chance the first AKC MACH, MACH2 and USDAA ADCH. Ann now competes with her two Border Collies, Caper and Trigger. Caper has earned …

BISSELL Swift Sweep Sweeper, 2201-2 $15.57 Swift Sweep, Cordless Carpet Sweeper, Unique Brush Roll, New All Steel Construction, Great For Bare Floors & Carpets….

Bona Hardwood Floor Cleaner Spray, 32-Ounce $2.99 Bona, 32 OZ, Hardwood Floor Cleaner, Spray Convenient To Use, Just Spray It On & Mop A Water Borne, Environmentally Responsible Cleaner Specifically Formulated To Clean All Polyurethane Finished Wood Floors & Factory Pre-Finished Wood Floors, Will Not Dull The Finish Or Leave Any Residue….

Slipper Genie Microfiber Cleaning Slippers, Pink $7.50 Cleaning hardwood, linoleum, and tile flooring by just slipping on Slipper Genie. Chenile soles provide an extra soft dusting material and are removable for cleaning in the washing machine. 1 size. Green….

Madera Floors. Fairfax, Va. Hardwood Floor Specialists. Installation, Sanding And Refinishing

Madera Floors provides professional quality wood flooring services including installation, sanding, refinishing, repairs, maintenance, and custom design. At Madera, we only use the highest quality materials/finishes and are always up to date on technological advancements in the wood floor industry. We target contractors, designers, corporate clients, and homeowners in the Northern VA, MD and D.C. areas. Madera’s goal is to meet our client’s budget and timeline while exceeding expectations, thus resulting in repeat business.

Madera Floors specializes in custom finishing, installations and material sourcing for all of your hardwood flooring needs. As flooring contractors, we are always abreast of new techniques and materials in the industry, which allows us to grow while remaining environmentally friendly. As a certified CMP installer we can also perform self-leveling concrete installations. Every project represents our organization; hence our great strides to achieve perfection on each individual project.

Hardwood floors are an investment that will last for a long time with the proper installation and care. There are different modes of installation for engineered wood strips, solid wood strips, and parquet. With all modes of installation moisture testing is imperative to ensure proper installation. Installation can be a painstaking process but we take pride in leaving your home or business looking as beautiful as we found it. Our expert technicians have seen every situation and are proficient in the three different types of installation for hardwood flooring.

Nail Down/Staple Installation In this method we nail down or staple solid or engineered wood strips to the sub-flooring (usually either plywood or plank wood). The floor is done with random length strips. A few strips are placed down and arranged prior to fastening to ensure proper placement and tautness.Glue Down Installation In this method we glue down engineered wood strips or parquet directly to the sub-floor. In these cases the subfloor is usually concrete, so we pay extra attention to moisture.

With glue down installations, it is important to consider any kind of allergies and sensitivities to smell. We use an acrylic based glue which is more mild than some of the other options. Glue down installations can be walked on the next day and furniture can also be moved in.

Floating Installation In this method we glue together the tongue and groove of every plank and the floor floats over a foam cushioned padding. If the flooring has a locking system we can lock the pieces together without glue. This can be used with either laminate or engineered wood floor, but either way the flooring is pre-finished. Not all engineered surfaces can be floated. Floating installation can also be placed over sub-flooring of questionable quality unlike the other two modes. Also, floating floors are a great option if you have multiple layers of flooring and do not want to remove them all. With floating installation the wear layer is important to consider as the thicker the layer the more times it can be refinished. Generally, laminate flooring gives a hollow feeling underfoot with this mode of installation. Remember that floating floors expand and contract as a unit because the pieces are fused together. Allow for as much expansion area as possible.

Refinishing and sanding your hardwood floors is necessary to preserve their quality and beauty. Any refinishing is done solely to enhance the woods natural color and protect it from the elements. The best time to sand and refinish your hardwood floors is when you move into a new house or apartment as all of the furniture, rugs, etc. need to be removed from the area during the process. Proper refinishing should last about 10 years. However, high traffic rooms will need to be done more often.

Pre-finished Hardwood Floors These are the new main stream products in hardwood flooring. They can be acrylic impregnated, engineered, or solid. They have a tough factory finish, which is the main reason for its popularity. They are also extremely easy to install and eliminate the need for messy sanding. Most pre-finished floors done within the last ten years are urethane finished. Test this by placing a couple drops of water on an obscure area. If the area turns white after 15 minutes, you have a waxed finish. Older floors are likely to have shellac or varnish finishes. Unfortunately these do not work well with the newer urethane finishes and must be completely removed if you want a urethane finish. There is also likely to be some amount of aluminum oxide in the newer prefinished floors.

 Unfinished Hardwood This type of flooring comes in solid and engineered, and both must be job site finished. They come in varying lengths and widths. Sanding and finishing can take anywhere from a few days to a week depending on size, stain, and number of top finish coats. Generally the finishes are oil or water based. Our first priority is to protect the beauty of your home so whether you have finished or unfinished floors, we section off other areas and furniture to prevent sanding dust from spreading throughout your home. Our expert technicians also use dust containment systems to limit the amount of dust in the air. And with refinishing, it is important to have as little air flow as possible in the area as airborne particles can become embedded into the newly applied finish. Something as simple as foot traffic or turning on the air conditioner/heating system can kick up dust. So it is better to allow more time to dry to avoid problem areas in your floors.

Many things can happen to a floor over the years. Termites, cable holes, leaky roofs, sink overflows, cats, dogs and reconfigured spaces can leave holes or very odd-looking stains in your hardwood. All is not lost!

Boards can be replaced in such a way that no one will be able to tell that new wood has been added to the floors. When replacing boards, we take care to lace the new boards in with the old ones, so there is not a square or rectangle shape where the boards have been replaced.Other precautions are taken to match up the wood as best as possible. As wood ages, it darkens. This is why we purchase reclaimed wood in various sizes and species. If aged wood is not available for your floor, we take care to stain the boards that we are replacing to match the color of your existing floor as close as possible.

Custom Wood Floors are a medium of specialty floor coverings that includes, but not limited to these Types of Custom Wood Floors: Accents, Borders, Domestic Species, Exotic Species, Feature Strip, Inlays, Marquetry, Mixed Media, Medallions & Crest, Painted or stenciled, Parquet, Parquetry, Plank, Reclaimed & Recovered,Distressed, Specialty Products, Stained-Tinted or Colors Developed during the middle ages in Europe, elaborate designs, borders, inlays & medallions were crafted for significant buildings such as castles, & monasteries. Today these wood flooring styles are reflected in the modern day manufacturing and can be enhanced with something as simple as a strip border around the perimeter of the room or as ornate as a coat of arms in a foyer or a great room. Using exotic woods from around the world, these custom designs & patterns can add to and become the center focal point of any room. Giving each room a Custom-one-of-a-kind wood floor. Custom designs can give a homeowner a “one-of-a-kind” floor and is a wonderful way to put your personality and individual character in a home. The choices of pattern, design, exotic woods sources and an artistic flare can provide a limitless number of possibilities.

Floors with oil and urethane-type finishes are extremely durable. With just minimal care your floor will look beautiful for years to come. The key to preserving your floor is protecting its finish. Hardwood floors require minimal care, but it is important that you provide regular care.

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Madera Floors is a state of the art wood floor company which serves all of Northern Virginia, Maryland and D.C. We are growing to encompass a staff of highly trained craftsmen who execute each job skillfully and meticulously.

What is the best type of flooring to have with a dog?

My dog pees everywhere and he has literally destroyed the carpet in our house. We want to get new flooring but what should we get? Tile is easy to clean, but I don’t know about having tile in the bedrooms.

hardwood flooring is a pain if you dog sheds a lot. Then again, everything is. I would go with wood in the bedrooms and slate or something in the living areas. choose a color that is similar to your dogs to hide most of the hair, something that doesn’t have separations in it (edges filled in with concrete or caulk or whatever) and something that looks nice to the rest of the house.

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