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There’s no better way to freshen up your space and add value to your home. But before you update your flooring, there are many choices to make. We’ve rounded up some flooring contractor FAQs in Akron / Canton to help you with your decision-making process. If you want more information, check out our web pages dedicated to different kinds of flooring.

No matter the flooring you choose, you can trust the qualified contractors hired by Footprints Floors to do the job right.

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The first thing to figure out when updating your flooring is what flooring is right for the space. For a bathroom or kitchen where there will be lots of moisture and potentially water on the floor, something like tile or vinyl flooring is ideal because it’s durable and water-resistant. Hardwood flooring is a classic choice for other areas of your home, but you still need to choose between solid or engineered hardwood. Consider the upkeep of different flooring and the wear — do you have young kids or pets? Does the room receive much sun? Answer these questions first to help you decide the kind of flooring that will suit your needs.

It depends! Laminate and vinyl flooring can be installed directly over existing flooring, and solid hardwood can be glued directly onto concrete. Consider factors like the age and condition of your existing flooring and whether it will serve as a sturdy base for new flooring.

Contrary to popular belief, it is not difficult to care for wood flooring. You can simply vacuum hardwood floors to remove grit and debris and use a damp cloth or mop to wipe away dust. To reduce potential scratches, ensure footwear (i.e., heels) has proper plastic caps to prevent scratches, or ask guests to remove their shoes. As a bonus, you can switch up the look of your hardwood floors at any time through staining or refinishing.

You probably bumped into three terms when looking up hardwood flooring online: "painting," "staining," and "refinishing." "Painting" is obvious, but what about the others? A wood stain, usually applied by hand, is used to darken the color of the wood. The "finishing" process involves applying varnish and a coating of sealant, which adds gloss and protects the wood. "Refinishing" is the process of redoing your current flooring finish, revitalizing, and rejuvenating it.

Refinishing or restoring existing wood floors can save you tons of money! If you have old wood flooring that doesn’t look great, it can be tempting to rip it out and start over. But wood flooring is resilient and made to last. Most damage can be repaired, and refinishing or restoring can make wood floors look new. If you’re unsure whether your wood flooring can be saved, the experts at Footprints Floors can assess it.

This is another “it depends” situation. Solid hardwood flooring is more expensive than engineered hardwood. However, solid hardwood can be sanded and refinished more than engineered hardwood, so it may last longer. Engineered hardwood is more affordable and is more resistant to moisture and humidity. If you live in a place with high humidity or greatly varying temperatures, engineered hardwood flooring may be the right choice. Both look beautiful and are easy to take care of.

Laminate flooring is a budget-friendly type of layered flooring that can be made to look like pretty much anything. It’s typically made up of wood fibers compressed into a board or a plywood board. The board is then covered in an “image” layer — basically, a photo of whatever you want the flooring to look like (stone, wood, etc), and a “wear” layer, or protective layer. Some laminate may also have a backing layer made of cork or felt. Laminate is an affordable way to get the look of more expensive wood or stone flooring. It’s pretty durable, making it a great choice for homes with pets or kids, and it’s easy to clean. However, prolonged exposure to water can cause the wood part of the laminate to warp, making it unsuitable for rooms like bathrooms.

Laminate’s wood component makes it susceptible to water damage. Vinyl is an entirely synthetic material, which means it’s waterproof. As long as laminate is installed correctly, it’s fairly water-resistant, but still probably not a suitable choice for bathrooms or mudrooms where water might linger. Vinyl is extremely durable and comes in various of colors, textures, and styles. Both laminate and vinyl are great choices for homes with high traffic from kids and pets, and they’re easy to take care of — but whereas vinyl can go in any room in your home, remember to keep laminate out of the bathroom.

There is a much wider variety of colors, textures, and designs in tile flooring than in hardwood. Tile floors have a lifespan of over a century. Whether you're looking for a traditional or modern look, there is a tile pattern to suit you. Regarding durability, aesthetics, maintenance, and cost, tile is an excellent choice. It's also considered one of the most eco-friendly options for flooring in your home.

Ceramic tiles are made up of clay or other minerals that have been tightly compressed and heated in an oven. They can be glazed or unglazed and come in a variety of colors, shapes and sizes. Porcelain tiles are ceramic tiles that have been heated at an even greater temperature, making them more durable and less porous. Porcelain tiles are better suited for rooms with high moisture content like bathrooms, but their durability makes them an excellent choice for any room. However, ceramic tile is more affordable and still offers great durability.

We hope these flooring contractor FAQs in Akron / Canton have been helpful to you as your start your flooring journey. Contact Footprints Floors for a free estimate when you've found flooring you love. You can feel confident in a job well done with our licensed and certified contractors.

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Footprints Floors provides flooring installation services in Akron / Canton for both old and new homes. We handle the demolition and removal of the old flooring, as well as the necessary prep work for new flooring. We will even remove baseboards and reinstall them after completing the flooring installation.

Covering everything from design and installation to clean up, our team helps increase the value of your property with brand new hardwood floors. Contact us today to request a free estimate!

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What Our Customers Say

Responsible, Reliable, Respectful and Reasonably priced too! Mike and his crew did a wonderful job flooring our entire home (except bathrooms). They always arrived on time and moved our furniture with care. They cleaned up as they worked and definitely take pride in what they do. We are thrilled with the results! We would definitely recommend them to family and friends.
MEL 09/30/24 — google
Prompt response, under budget and excellent work. Another satisfied customer. Thanks.
Mark J. Principal Alienologist 09/7/24 — google
Footprint Floors did a fantastic job refinishing my hardwood floors! Communication was excellent from quoting, scheduling, and during the job. I was blown away by how clean the process was and how tidy they kept my house. My floors turned out better than I could have ever hoped and are absolutely beautiful. The team made sure I was completely satisfied and took care in making sure the job was completed to perfection. Highly recommend!
Alexis Fiorentino 09/1/24 — google
I had the best experience with Footprints Floors! We got our hardwood floors refinished by them, and the communication and customer service throughout were unmatched by Mike and his team. In addition to the stellar communication and customer service, the quality of work was exceptional and our floors turned out beautiful! I would recommend Footprints Floors to anyone who is looking for refinishing old floors, they were absolutely fantastic!
Jordan Millin 08/12/24 — google
Working with Mike was a great experience! His communication, attention to detail and customer satisfaction was outstanding. Would definitely recommend him to others! Thx Mike … job well done!!
Steve Day 07/30/24 — google
Mike and the team from Footprints Floors did a fantastic job. The floors look amazing!
Clint Sussky 07/25/24 — google
Mike and his team was outstanding - they showed up at the time they said they would and did quality work. Great follow up after the job was completed to ensure we were happy.
Ryan Postek 07/1/24 — google
Installed Luxury vinyl flooring over existing tile and did great job from start to finish. Kept me updated throughout process and did quality work and very timely. Appreciated how accommodating they were since I was trying to get flooring done before big family gathering! I would hire again and highly recommend!
K W (KW) 07/1/24 — google
Really liked working with Mike and his team. Mike was very communicative and everything was just easy. The floors look great and I am very happy. Already recommended him to a few friends.
Katie Jacque 06/27/24 — google
Mike and his crew are very professional. Fantastic work and we were well informed during the entire job. Awesome!
Steve Buda 06/27/24 — google
Great service!
Ryan Milota 06/26/24 — google
Very please with wi the the work performed. Very professional and our kitchen looks great.
Nick McCowin 06/24/24 — google
Mike and his crew came in and did an excellent job on our hard wood flooring. This was a very big job. They were efficient, honest, great communication during the entire project. Highly recommended.
Tieryn Trissel 06/11/24 — google
Mike and his team did an incredible job on our flooring. They were very professional and communicative throughout the process. There were also no hidden fees, there was complete transparency through the process. We had a great experience and would definitely use them again!
Kelsey MacDougall 06/10/24 — google
Wonderful and thorough people that do great work!
Shannon Lariviere 06/9/24 — google
Knowledgeable, professional, reliable, thorough, friendly team provided great service and communication, and a beautiful refinished floor. Highly recommended
Paul Herold 05/21/24 — google
Great experience. Floors look amazing!
Anthony DeMercado 05/20/24 — google
My floor is stunning. We had the entire first floor of the house refinished. We went with Mike because of his responsiveness and the products he uses. It did take longer than anticipated, but that was after finding some rough spots at the final inspection. I’d rather it take longer and be done right than be left disappointed. And we certainly aren’t disappointed! Thanks Mike and Mike!
Carla Giacobone 05/18/24 — google
I would definitely recommend Footprints floors to friends and family. Mike is very professional and had excellent communication with us throughout the whole process. The installer's did a fantastic job installing the floors and arrived on time every day.
susan martin 05/16/24 — google
Having gone through my share of major renovations and repair work, it is a joy to have a skilled person doing the job. From start to finish the installation of flooring in the kitchen and dining area of my home was flawless. Mike was very helpful and accommodating in ordering materials, the contract was very detailed and easy to understand, and all work was completed in a timely manner. Mike and his team are very capable, did quality work, cleaned up afterwards and were pleasant to have in the home. I highly recommend this company.
Cyd Ames 05/16/24 — google

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Footprints Floors is a one-of-a-kind residential flooring installation and restoration business. We offer high quality flooring installations and, with over a decade of dedication, we have quickly become the largest flooring contractor by striving to bring a higher level of customer service and sophistication to an industry where it was severely lacking. Our family-owned business is focused on customer satisfaction and quality results, all while passing savings on to you and yours through our low overhead model.

Footprints Floors is a one-of-a-kind residential flooring installation and restoration business. We offer high quality flooring installations and, with over a decade of dedication, we have quickly become the largest flooring contractor by striving to bring a higher level of customer service and sophistication to an industry where it was severely lacking. Our family-owned business is focused on customer satisfaction and quality results, all while passing savings on to you and yours through our low overhead model.

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