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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 Cumming / Woodstock 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 Cumming / Woodstock 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 Cumming / Woodstock 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

I needed to save some money in order to make my LVT job happen, so I ordered my flooring online and hired Footprints Floors to do the install. It was the best decision I could have made. Tim’s pricing was fair and his people were great to work with. Tim communicated well at every stage of the project. His team arrived when scheduled. They were very respectful of my home and cleaned up before they left. My new floor looks amazing. Overall it was a great experience and I saved $1500 over what the flooring store was going to charge me! I would highly recommend Footprints.
Tony Zamonis 04/10/25 — google
Terrific experience. They were timely, cleaned up nicely and the shower looks fantastic. Thank uou Tim for a great job.
Susan Klein 04/9/25 — google
Tim and his crew did an amazing job. Very clear communication throughout and price was very competitive. They completed work as stated and exceeded expectations!
Tom Carroll 03/26/25 — google
We had a fantastic experience with Tim and his Footprints Floors Northern Atlanta team! They recently installed our RevWood floors, and while our project was particularly challenging due to extensive leveling, their team handled it with professionalism and expertise. From start to finish, their communication was excellent, ensuring we always knew what to expect. Their pricing was fair and transparent, and they went above and beyond to make sure everything was done right. Plus, they left our home spotless—no mess left behind! We highly recommend Footprints Floors to anyone looking for quality flooring installation.
Nicole Priem 03/5/25 — google
They did a great job replacing tile on my fireplace and laundry floor. Highly recommend.
K Greer 02/16/25 — google
We are beyond impressed with the work Tim and his team did on our floors! From installing new flooring to refinishing our existing hardwoods with a beautiful whitewash effect, the transformation is stunning!! They also refinished the stair treads and installed new handrails and balusters, and everything is simply perfect. What really stood out to us was Tim’s excellent communication throughout the entire project. He kept us informed every step of the way, ensuring we were always on the same page. The attention to detail was exceptional, with every part of the job executed with precision and care. The result is a home we’ll love for decades, thanks to their craftsmanship and dedication. We highly recommend Tim and his team for anyone looking for quality work and professional service!
Tiff Z. 01/29/25 — google
I cannot say enough good things about Footprints Floors and the amazing job they did at our home. From start to finish, their professionalism, craftsmanship, and attention to detail were evident in every step of the process. The team worked closely with us to ensure our vision came to life, offering expert advice on materials, colors, and design elements. They were punctual, respectful of pir space, and kept everything clean and organized throughout the project. The quality of their work is outstanding—each room looks great. Whether it was installing new hardwood floors, refreshing the tile in the bathrooms, or refinishing existing surfaces, every detail was executed flawlessly. If you're looking for a company that combines exceptional quality, great customer service, and competitive pricing, I highly recommend Footprints Floors. I couldn’t be happier with the results!
Chris Mitchell 01/18/25 — google
One of the best companies that I have ever the pleasure of hiring. Tim (the owner) does the estimate and was at my home on the first day of installation and upon completion. His crew of four were professional, courteous, mindfull, cleanly and finished installing 2,000 square feet of LVP in two days. This includes removing and replacing of molding, moving furniture and adding subflooring where necessary. And the pricing is by far the best by almost 50% as compared to similar companies. Skip the rest and go straight to Footprints Floors, they are absoluetly the best!
John Mlincsek 01/9/25 — google
Footprint Floors of Northern Atlanta did amazing with, and all in one day, refinishing my floor. Paco and Julio accomplished a perfect match to adjacent floors. They are true craftsmen, and seriously well-mannered, considerate young men. I’m extremely pleased!
Mark James 12/31/24 — google
The flooring guys were very focused and their competence was obvious. (Paco, Xavier, Julio). They did a great job of managing dust and debris, communicating and answering questions. Tim Busbee came by several times and had outstanding follow up and communication. I really valued the service Tim provided us. It was a complete package consisting of thorough conversation and pre planning, scheduling and follow up. He managed his crew and actually showed up through my projects!
Andrew Wilson 11/19/24 — google
Footprints installed LVP in my home. The workers were professional, focused and precise. I’m thrilled with the finished floor.
Mary Bird 11/5/24 — google
Tim and his team were the ultimate professionals. Absolutely love how my floors turned out and so impressed with how meticulous the work was. I also appreciated the availability of Tim and his constant follow up. Tim is my new preferred flooring expert! Local business done right!!! Thank you!! We will enjoy that space for years to come.
Ana Hoover 10/18/24 — google
Excellent experience from estimate to job completion. Tim the owner is outstanding to work with. He communicates from beginning to end. His team and he show up when he states and makes himself available for questions through text and responds quickly. He gave us broken down estimates for multiple options which allowed us to make our decision to have him do it all! We added new wood floors added to 2 rooms and upstairs hallway, plus all the wood floor and stairs in the house sanded and stained. He said he would be done in 5-6 days and they did. It was a lot of work. His crew showed up on time in the morning and were done daily at 5-6 PM and cleaned up each day. Tim stopped by each day. What we loved is the communication. We love the floors! Big thank you for a great contractor experience!
JDSS 08/29/24 — google
I contracted with Tim at Footprints to resurface our red oak wood floors. The prep and process was easy as he guided us on what to do and what to expect. We thought there would be a lot of dust and at the end there wasn’t! His crew cleaned every day and were super nice. They had to move all our furniture out and back from the garage and damage nothing! The results exceeded our expectations and we couldn’t be happier! I recommend Tim and his team anyone! Stan
Stan Shaffer 07/16/24 — google
Footprints Floors did an amazing job! They tore out carpet and tile upstairs and laid laminate, downstairs they sanded and refinished our hardwood floors. From my first call to the owner Tim to the last worker leaving my home was amazing! The prices are great, the team he sent to do our job were outstanding! They were all very polite, informative, and they cleaned up! We have 3 more rooms to do in our home, we will definitely be using them again!
Stacey Fairfield 07/2/24 — google
We recently had the absolute good luck to find Tim with Footprints Floors of Northern Atlanta. BEST decision ever. This team was so nice, so thorough, so expert. We felt taken care of from start to finish, we cannot praise this group enough! So professional, great communication from start to finish. If you need flooring or any other service they provide, don't hesitate. We had the flooring in our entire over 3K ft. home replaced with a new product, wide plank flooring and it looks so so good. I'm over the moon w/how my home looks and when we're ready to remodel our primary bathroom suite, I'll be thrilled to have them back. Best pricing out of all the other companies we had come and quote for the job. When I ordered the flooring from Dalton Home Gallery, they didn't deliver it straight to our home (and didn't tell me before hand we'd have to arrange our own pick up from their location) and our job was starting! Tim made some calls and got the floors delivered that day. Even this emergency delivery was handled with care, the delivery drivers were also kind and caring. It is clear that Tim surrounds himself w/kind professionals who do an amazing job. We tipped the heck out of all of them, because the service was SO GOOD!!! 🥰
Wendy Webber Poteat 06/20/24 — facebook
Footprints was one of 4 contractors that I had to come to give me a quote for my whole house, where I was laying a vinyl floor in. And what a blessing it was from the moment Mr. Tim walked into my home. Not only was his the best price, but so was his advice. As far as his team goes, a 5 ⭐ wouldn't begin to get the rating these young men deserves. They were polite, respectful, accommodating, and more. And not one ugly or foul word came out of there mouth. Would ask if I wanted or needed them to do anything else, change anything, if I'm not happy or a problem should arrive after they leave, call them and they will be here. Thanks again men and Mr. Tim. May God bless y'all and keep his Holy Spirit upon y'all.
Juanita Pongrance 06/17/24 — google
The crew did an excellent job! I came home and couldn't even tell anyone had been working in the house. Completely dust free!
jeff phillips 05/17/24 — google
Very pleased with the flooring and installation. Friendly crew and Professional. FOOTPRINTS FLOORS are #1. Great company, Leadership.
Roger Strange 05/8/24 — google
The floors and staircase look amazing. I will use Footprints for all my future projects and recommend others do the same!
Loften Davis 04/26/24 — 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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