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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 Livonia / Farmington Hills 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 Livonia / Farmington Hills 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 Livonia / Farmington Hills 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.

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What Our Customers Say

Installation was great. Very easy, they do anything to please. Great experience.
Chris Reemmer 06/11/24 — google
Professional, hard working. We love our “new” floor and highly recommend them. Treated our home like it was their own.
Joe Frogue 06/7/24 — google
Very efficient and timely 👏
James Strausbaugh 06/3/24 — google
WOOD FLOORS I’ve wanted for years!!!! 🤩 Footprints Floors were experts at transforming our home. This was an extensive project with the entirely main level getting wood flooring. Rooms had carpet removed while other rooms had to be sanded, carpet on stairs was removed and everything was stained one color. Turned out more perfectly than I could have imagined!! Absolute BEST in the industry. They checked on the progress regularly to ensure complete satisfaction. In order to keep cost competitive, we bought and painted moldings, caulked and painted stairs. Pictures show before and after. We LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!!! (Rustic Beige stain).
Kip Rim 05/31/24 — google
We recently finished our basement which included a living room, guest room and bathroom and needed new flooring. The salesperson, Billy, came by for a quote and after listening to our vision provided us with several options on how to make it happen. He answered all of our questions and provided recommendations and an estimate that day and was able to get us on the schedule the following week. The crew that installed our LVP/Floating Floor was punctual, professional, and did a fantastic job. I'd highly recommend Footprints Floors and will use them again.
Mark Miotto 05/8/24 — google
Appreciate the responsiveness, competitive pricing and professionalism of the entire staff and quite pleased with the outcome of our wood floor refinishing. Highly recommend.
Marina Shoemaker 04/25/24 — google
Great job, very professional and completed in a timely manner.
LaMont Swift 04/22/24 — google
Footprint Floors truly exceeded all my expectations with their exceptional work on my bathrooms and hardwood floors. From the creative tiling process to the outstanding craftsmanship, every detail was executed with precision and care. The installers were not only talented but also went above and beyond to ensure the project was completed efficiently and to the highest standard. I was particularly impressed by their dedication to customer service, as they were always available to address any concerns and ensure that I was satisfied with the final result. Despite a minor issue with the electrician, the team at Footprint Floors handled it promptly and professionally, demonstrating their commitment to customer satisfaction. Billy, Adnan, and their team were not only skilled professionals but also courteous and polite throughout the entire process, making the renovation experience smooth and stress-free. Their attention to detail and prompt communication made me feel confident in their abilities, and the transformation they brought to my home in just one month was truly remarkable. I am incredibly grateful for the hard work and dedication of the entire team at Footprint Floors. My floors are now beautiful, and my bathrooms are exceptional, thanks to their talent and creativity. I highly recommend Footprint Floors for anyone looking for top-notch craftsmanship and outstanding customer service. Thank you for making my home look beautiful!
Robin Robin 03/19/24 — google
Excellent experience from design to installation. I highly recommend Footprints Floors.
Geraldine Brock-Johnson 02/29/24 — google
From working with Jenny to the men who installed my kitchen backsplash were all very professional and very polite. The work is beautiful and I happen to choose the hardest tile to work with! I appreciate them getting my job done in a timely fashion. Thank you to all for your help..I would definitely use this company again.
KAREN LIGHT 02/23/24 — google
Outstanding Team! Willing to go above and beyond! Great Services. Very patience, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic to get the job done! The work is beautiful! The installation team showed on time,were very courteous, and informative on the process. Footprints Floors has the BEST PRICE! Thank you for high quality business.
Jessica Nails 02/7/24 — google
Amazine company! Refinished all of our 100 year old hardwood in the house including parquet and they look brand new, absolutely beautiful! Best customer service and worksmanship I have ever received and I haver remodeled many homes. They are the best!
Karen Schwocho 01/25/24 — google
They did a great job putting in my new kitchen floor. Even helped put the refrigerator and stove back.
Dan Wellbaum 01/12/24 — google
They do everything great and in a timely manner. They are easy to deal with.
Anwar Syed 01/4/24 — google
Overall, a great job with the install. Everything was worked out before the job started and the craftsmanship was excellent
Tim Lomax 01/2/24 — google
Adnan and his team, once on site worked hard and fast, job turned out great and it was a good price.
Connor Pollifrone 12/11/23 — google
Hired them to refinish and stain staircase. Initially lot of missed spots and uneven stain, but they were happy to come back until we were happy with the work and the result is worth it. Very nice looking. They care about customer satisfaction
John Klavanian 12/9/23 — google
Highly recommend! I was throughly impressed with both the quality and professional work that was completed.
Tomasine Oddo 12/7/23 — google
They did a great job. Thank you,
Dr. M. Farrag 11/19/23 — google
Overall did a great job, kept dust to a minimum, the floors look great and they were very quick and easy to work with.
Chris Pecoraro 11/9/23 — 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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