This week we are covering the rising trend of wood accents! Our experience in the flooring industry has shown us how natural wood has the ability to make any space feel more lived-in and inviting. Keep reading to find out how you can elevate your space with wood accents in 2024, and don’t forget to check out our previous blogs here.   What are wood accents? There are various ways to integrate wood into your home. From stair treads to moldings, wood accents can be used in a variety of ways to improve upon a space. A common wood accent that is often used to highlight fireplaces for instanc ..read more

This week we are excited to talk about the seventh 2024 hardwood flooring trend of our blog series: mixed width flooring! This style is making a comeback as homeowners and interior designers have been incorporating more traditional elements into modern designs. Keep reading to find out more about this versatile trend and don’t forget to catch up on our previous trend blogs here!   What is mixed width flooring? Mixed width flooring, also known as random width flooring, tends to be a top choice for flooring design for clients that are looking to add visual intrigue to their space. For this ..read more

Its no surprise that the sixth hardwood flooring trend of 2024 is natural wood tones. Homeowners are often drawn to the natural beauty and warmth that natural toned floors bring to a space. That is why we will be exploring the versatility of natural stains, as well as providing various flooring options for a range of interior design styles. Make sure to catch up on our previous trend blogs here! Why are natural wood tones trending? Since we started making flooring, the best selling stain colour each and every year is natural. It is timeless and the best option to let the wood showcase it’s per ..read more

What is sustainable flooring? This week we will be covering a trend that has been a popular topic of discussion for the past three decades: environmental sustainability. However, we will specifically be covering the 2024 flooring trend of sustainable flooring. Make sure to catch up on our earlier blogs here if you haven’t already. I’m sure you’re probably thinking: what exactly is sustainable flooring? Sustainable flooring is produced from sustainable materials, as well as by a sustainable process, that reduces demands on ecosystems during its life-cycle. Its important to not that the hardwoo ..read more

Welcome back to our 2024 flooring trends series! For week four, we will be covering the popular flooring pattern that is herringbone! Make sure you check out our previous three blogs here if you haven’t already. If you’re like us and love looking online for inspiration videos, you’ve probably seen the herringbone pattern all over your social media accounts recently! From the herringbone chains celebrities like Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber have been seen sporting, to the herringbone highlights Gwyneth Paltrow has been rocking; herringbone has never been more popular! This is especially true ..read more

Welcome back to our 2024 flooring trends series! This week we will be discussing the third flooring trend of the year: hardwood in kitchens! Make sure to check out our previous two blogs here if you haven't already. Hardwood in kitchens is on an upward trend Its no secret that hardwood is not the traditional choice for a kitchen, but its been trending over the last few years for good reasons. If you're like us, you absolutely LOVE the look of hardwood in kitchens! Not only does it create a visually seamless surface between the the kitchen and adjacent room, hardwood also provides a warm ..read more

We are excited to announce the second 2024 hardwood flooring trend that you should be on the lookout for is Wide Plank Hardwood Flooring! Don't forget to check out our first 2024 flooring trends blog on modern farmhouses as the two tend to go hand-in-hand! What are wide plank hardwood floors? Over the past decade, wide plank floors have been a continued trend, and we're happy to see the trend persist! Wide plank hardwood flooring provides an expansive and cohesive look, while also creating a sense of openness and flow. This effect can make rooms feel larger and more welcoming!  Wide pla ..read more

If you’re looking to set the tone for 2024, you've come to the right place. With all the interior design tips floating around online, it can be difficult to keep up. That's why we at Gaylord Hardwood Flooring want you to have a trusted source you can keep coming back to for flooring trends. Over the next eight weeks we will be publishing a new blog every Friday with a focus on new flooring trends for 2024.  2024 Flooring Trend 1 of 8: Modern Farmhouse What is modern farmhouse? The phrase "modern farmhouse" has been thrown around liberally in recent years. Modern farmhouses embrace th ..read more

Owning a condo is awesome! You have all the pleasures of a home without cutting grass or shovelling snow. Sounds good to me.  Compared to single family homes, condo projects require more organization and scheduling. To go smoothly everything must be arranged in advance. Simple things like getting through the security gate and into the condo as well as having a parking spot can save hours. Arrangements must be made with the delivery department on estimated arrival times so the service elevators can be booked accordingly. When booking allow more time than the job should take. Before ordering yo ..read more

Radiant Heat Radiant heating systems are very popular and though more expensive to install than conventional heating systems they are very energy efficient with a long term payback. These systems provide a very even consistent and comfortable heat. Only engineered flooring can be used over these radiant heating systems. Most carpet and box stores promote engineered hardwood as being bullet proof and able to handle all situations. It must be realized this product is manufactured to be more stable than solid wood, but is still composed of 95% wood and 5% glue, and is not without issues. Choosin ..read more