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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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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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Great communication from Jonatan-they all got here early and went straight to work. Marlo and Freddie were super friendly, highly experienced and very efficient! Thank you both! Jonatan was very accommodating, making sure everything was done as we needed and it was to our liking. What a great experience with them all- I would HIGHLY recommend this team!
Sandra Blanchard 05/26/23 — google
I couldn’t be happier with Milo, Freddie, Mario, and Alejandro. They did amazing work, we’re respectful, and kept things very clean. Would highly recommend.
Christie Duncan 05/24/23 — google
Great experience with Scott and his team. They kept in touch, came when they said they would, did a great job, and cleaned up after themselves. Couldn’t ask for a better experience.
Lydia Marek 05/20/23 — google
Footprints Floors came to my rescue, when I needed to have my bathroom floor replaced within a few days. Other companies were telling me 2 to 3 weeks, but they were able to do this for me in the time frame I needed. My new floors look fantastic. I will definitely use Footprints Floors again and will highly recommend them to everyone I know.
Cindy Rudd 05/19/23 — google
Footprints Floors did a beautiful job on my backsplash in my kitchen will enjoy it thank you Jonathan and Scott and crew
Naomi 05/12/23 — google
Great experience all around. The consultation for flooring set me at ease. The crew that came to work was punctual, fast, and polite. I will definitely use Footprints Floors for our next flooring project.
Erica Coffey 05/9/23 — google
Scott was not intimidated by rotten sub-flooring, and his crews were able to remove it, rebuild it, and install LVP. The crews were very efficient, and finished the job in less than 3 days. Very satisfied.
Jack 05/5/23 — google
Super fast and professional!
Nathan Ellingson 05/3/23 — google
Whole team was great! Communication was wonderful with Jonatan. Super professional. Highly recommend.
Kristen Meiklejohn 04/29/23 — google
Friendly professional people. I recommend them highly.
William Graham 04/29/23 — google
Great customer service and quality work!
Megan Farnin 04/28/23 — google
They did a great job, installing hardwood floor in the downstairs of our house. Scott was was easy to work with, and very patient while we decided exactly what we wanted.
Joe Sanders 04/26/23 — google
I purchased the flooring and was given their company as a possible installer. I am totally happy with their installation and will use them in the future
Randolph Howard 04/18/23 — google
The consultation was great. Advice that saved me money. Timely work
faye pyles 04/4/23 — google
Footprint Floors did a phenomenal job repairing my floor! Their customer service was excellent. Scott contacted me to let me know what to expect. On the day of my initial visit Scott called ahead and arrived on time. When he arrived he didn't walk on our grass and took his shoes off when he entered our home. After inspecting the damage and taking photos he gave me a great estimate. He told me he was going to his car, when he returned he had tools in hand and said "I may be able to fix it today!" To my surprise he sat down and began to work. As I watched him, I teared up. Not only was he professional, personable, kind and respectful he's also skilled. Scott Thank You so much! Footprint Floors thank you for saying yes to this job when others said no!
Vee T 03/24/23 — google
The men who did the work came on time, worked professionally, did a great job, cleaned up all of the area after the installation, helped us move furniture around to allow for the installation, and took away all rubbish from the job. They were great. Each one was very polite, respectful, patient with our questions and needs, and left a very positive impression on us. The job was estimated to take two days, but they finished in one. That's unusual, but it was nice to have it completed ahead of time instead of later. Thanks!
carolyn rutman 03/14/23 — google
Footprints did a great job on my floor. They were able to start quickly and finished when they said they would. The price was competitive and when they found old staining once the floors were sanded, they helped me choose the best path forward. The floors look great now!
Allyson Reynolds 03/13/23 — google
I called Footprints eight days before I was moving into my home. Scott came out to look at my project the following day (Friday), had his crew mobilized on Monday, and the project completed on Wednesday so the floors had time to dry before my movers arrived on Friday. I was truly amazed that they were able to squeeze me in and get my floors refinished before I moved it - it would have been a huge pain at any other time. The floors turned out great and I have nothing but positive feelings toward the experience!
Samantha Geraci 03/8/23 — google
We had a subway tile backsplash installed in our kitchen by an “artist” from Footprints Floors. I use artist because his work was meticulous and beautiful. The backsplash makes a huge difference in the look of our kitchen in addition to protecting the wall from splashes. I recommend this business wholeheartedly!
Valerie Cemprola 02/16/23 — google
Footprints Flooring took out our old tile floor and laid a new floor. From the estimate to the work, they were communicative, efficient, and professional. The work was done well and even faster than we anticipated. The crew cleaned up after, and the project manager communicated with us during the install and came to check the work after completion. Definitely recommend!
Annette Foster 02/10/23 — 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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