Engineered Hardwood Flooring
WATER-RESISTANT ENGINEERED HARDWOOD
Turn Your Dreams into Reality with Water Resistant Engineered Hardwood Have you always dreamed of having real hardwood flooring? But you thought that dream was simply out of reach because of the wear from your kids, pets, or both? After all, is there such a thing as scratch AND water-resistant wood flooring other than ceramic,…
Read MoreFARMHOUSE KITCHENS WE LOVE
It’s no secret that the kitchen is the heart of the home and for many families, the most popular room in the household! Full of delicious flavors, aromas, and meaningful conversations, an inviting kitchen captures warmth and comfort while offering a chic culinary station. Farmhouse style design offers a refined yet relaxed appeal that highlights…
Read MoreTHE BENEFITS AND ADVANTAGES OF ENGINEERED HARDWOOD
If extra time at home this year has you finally ready to tackle the remodel project in your home, or if you are renovating a home to list on the market while interest rates are incredibly low, then you are probably already aware of the value of real wood floors. On average, homes with the…
Read MoreLOVE IS IN THE AIR: OUR MOST-LOVED HARDWOOD STYLES
No matter how you feel about roses, teddy bears and conversation hearts, the red and pink holiday that rolls around every February is the perfect time to show appreciation for the special people in your life. So whether you’re going for a romantic night out or spending ‘Galentines’ with your girls, let the love in!…
Read MoreWINTER WHITE HOME DECOR TRENDS
When the festive Holiday season comes to a close and the New Year begins, we take down our celebratory decorations and as a result, remove the cheerful colors that come with them. These pieces often tend to be deep red, green, blue, gold, and silver flourishes and their absence leaves a noticeable difference. Now it’s…
Read MoreHOW TO CHOOSE FLOORING IN YOUR NEW HOME
The floor beneath your feet has the potential to shape the feel of your entire home. It’s a high-stakes decision, and it helps to be as knowledgeable as possible before making the final call. Consider: which designs are trending? Which material will last the longest or require the least maintenance? Which flooring is best for…
Read MoreFLOOR CARE TIPS: NAVIGATING HOLIDAYS SPILLS AND VISITORS
Egg nog, red wine, winter slush, and pet stains – Oh my! As excited as we are to receive visitors during the holidays, there are a few extra seasonal offenders that may also stop by to pay us a visit. You’ve worked hard to decorate your home to the nines with holiday cheer, so there’s…
Read MoreTHE BENEFITS OF ENGINEERED HARDWOOD
Modern innovation continues to make the products we use in our homes safer and sounder for better, happier living. Invented in the 1960s, engineered hardwood flooring is a modern innovation that combines both the beauty of real wood with the performance of man-made engineering. However, selecting between solid hardwood floors or engineered hardwood floors for…
Read MoreWHAT’S NEW IN HARDWOOD TEXTURES AND FINISHES
This should come as no surprise, but homeowners truly LOVE real hardwood floors. Who can possibly resist such a timeless, durable flooring option? It’s everything we want at once: stylish, luxurious, chic, and natural. The current hardwood floor trends make waves every year, and Hearthwood’s research and development team lead the industry in introducing the…
Read MoreHEARTHWOOD FEATURES WETWORX PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY FOR WATERPROOF FLOORS
For active families with a full schedule, life can get a little bit hectic. There’s soccer practice on Tuesday, book club on Thursday, and don’t forget the dinner party on Saturday that you’re hosting. And of course, Max, the golden retriever puppy, is still potty training. It feels like there’s never a dull moment! Let’s talk…
Read MoreComparing Hardwoods: White Oak vs Hickory vs Maple
Flooring is the foundation of your home and so choosing hardwood that will perform is critical. It should be durable, resistant, and, of course, beautiful. There so many species to choose from, how do you know which one is right for you? At Hearthwood, wood is our passion. We want to make it easier for…
Read MoreUnderstanding Engineered Hardwood Floors
There are many hybrid flooring options that “look” like wood but aren’t actually made of any natural wood. This has created some confusion around the different products available, and lead some to believe if it’s “engineered” it’s fake. In order to remove the stigma, we want to provide an overview of the different types of…
Read MoreFourth Generated of Engineered Hardwood Flooring
Allie Finkell started working in the family business at the age of 12, filling online sample requests at the start of the internet age. After internships in marketing and sales, she finished her degree in Economics and moved to New York City to pursue a career in advertising. A year later, she joined Anderson as…
Read MoreEngineered Hardwood Flooring First Generation
L. W. (Andy) Anderson was born in 1899 in Indiana and moved to Chicago in 1930 to work as the GM for the Daystrum Corporation – a plywood manufacturer. A natural salesman, Andy was successful in selling plywood to the U. S. Navy for use making PT Boats and Higgins Landing Craft that were used…
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