/
1x
Advertisement

True North Strong Free. Subscribe today.

Tray of coffee sitting on hardwood floor

How sustainable hardwood flooring can boost your home value 

The beauty of hardwood flooring isn’t just an investment that lasts; it’s also the most sustainable option for your home.
Add as preferred on Google(opens in a new tab)

We’re spending more and more time at home—that’s not news. But what you may not know is the impact of flooring on your family’s well-being and your home’s value. So whether you’re a new homeowner beginning a renovation, a DIYer looking for a beautification project, or a contractor in search of fresh ideas, these flooring tips may be just what you—and your floors—have been looking for.

Wipe up the mess, sweep away the sniffles

Did you know that hardwood flooring could help reduce the number of allergens and pollutants in your home? Its naturally smooth surface means you can easily sweep, mop or scrub all particles that settle on your floor every day. Being able to easily keep your floors clean is an essential part of keeping your family healthy. Naturally.

Protect your investment

It’s true. Cheaper flooring solutions are out there – vinyl, for example. But unlike hardwood, they’re not built to last. Hardwood is a durable and permanent solution that requires low maintenance. A simple paint or stain job easily changes its look. Plus, hardwood floors are known to last for over 100 years, while vinyl flooring – basically plastic – can wear, tear, and is destined for the landfill when you change your design ideas.

Advertisement

Sustainability from top to bottom

Wood is known to be one of the best earth-friendly and renewable materials you can use in your home. Not only does it add a natural aesthetic to your halls and rooms, it’s also one of the very few flooring options available that is sustainable, requires very low energy to produce, and does not need to be mined, quarried, smelted, refined, or moulded.

Live beautifully and live it up

There’s something to be said for the delicate lines, intricate patterns, and sophisticated elegance of hardwood flooring. It’s the ultimate way to complete a design in any room. And it withstands anything and everything your family throws at it. Hardwood flooring is built to last!

If it’s time to breathe new life into your home, we’ve got you covered! Hardwood flooring is the natural choice for your design, construction, and renovation needs. Learn about hardwood floor options and more at quebecwoodexport.com.

Get the Best of Maclean’s straight to your inbox.

Sign up for news, commentary and analysis. Join 60,000+ Canadian readers.

By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.