Flooring FAQs

No, an appointment is not needed to visit our showroom but we do recommend it! Booking a consultation with one of our design consultants will help you narrow your search for the perfect floor. We have thousands of products in our showroom and the combinations are endless! Simply call, email, or book an appointment online.

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Phone: (905) 682-2672  
Email: info@aristocratfloors.ca

Solid hardwood floors are made of planks milled from a single piece of lumber, while engineered hardwood floors use lumber in a layered construction process. 

With engineered hardwood flooring, multiple plies of wood are glued together in a cross-grain pattern. The layers are bonded under high pressure and heat. This process makes engineered hardwood more stable through changeable Ontario seasons.  

Solid hardwood floors do not perform well with fluctuations in humidity, which is a common issue in our Ontario climate. In dry winter months, solid wood will shrink and gap between planks. Alternatively, in the hot and humid summer months, solid hardwood planks will expand and create cupping and warped boards.  

While the layers in engineered hardwood flooring make it more structurally stable & less susceptible to movement. With both solid hardwood and engineered hardwood, it is essential to control humidity levels within manufactures specifications in all indoor environments.

Both engineered and solid wood floors are available in a variety of species, stains, and finishes.  

For more details and photos, check out our featured solid and engineered hardwood products here. 

To find out more about your hardwood options, feel free to Book an Appointment or call 905-682-2672  

Carpeting – also known as broadloom or wall-to-wall carpet –  comes in both natural or synthetic materials, ranging from natural Wool, to synthetic materials like Nylon, Polyester and Polypropylene. There is a wide selection of colours and fiber types, as well as construction to consider when purchasing carpet for your home or business. The style of carpet you choose can depend on your budget and needs. Some carpets boast durability and stain resistance as key features, while others are more plush underfoot. Carpet is timeless and cozy, making it a popular choice for many homeowners and establishments like theaters and hotels.

Here are a few popular carpet styles: 

Berber  

Berber carpeting comes in an array of finishes and is constructed to last, resist stains and feel comfortable to walk on. The shorter loop pattern means it will work well in high-traffic areas like hallways. Because of its loop construction, Berber is not the best pet-friendly choice as a cat’s claw can catch a loop and cause the fiber to pull out and leave behind a long “run” in the surface.

Frieze 

Frieze carpet is essentially the modern version of the bulky shag carpet from the 1960s and 1970s. Constructed of thinner fiber strands than traditional shag carpet, Frieze carpets have a thinner, leaner look.  Frieze carpets are soft on the feet and great at hiding dirt and footprints. That said – they can be difficult to clean and should be vacuumed frequently to avoid a buildup of dirt and debris.

Plush Pile (Saxony)

Plush Pile carpet – also known as Saxony – is a style of cut-pile carpet where each of the yarns in the pile is cut to precisely the same length making a sleek, smooth surface. During manufacturing, the tufts are sheared to make the plush pile perfectly even. It’s made in many different colors and can be one solid colour or blends of colours. Its attractiveness and consistent look make plush one of the most popular carpet styles on the market.

Plush Pile or Saxony fibers are not as long as a Frieze but they stand higher than most Berber carpets or cut-and-loop pile carpets. All in all, this is a classic look that can work well for both formal and casual settings.

There are many benefits to using carpet. Carpet adds soundproofing, it’s a safety feature–especially on stairs, and carpet provides insulation and warmth.

Whether you prefer shag, cut/loop patterns, plush or woven, broadloom carpet can be cut and bound in-house to help you create a layered designer that’s trend setting. 

Visit our carpet image gallery here.

Proper care goes a long way in maintaining beautiful hardwood floors. Sweep or vacuum regularly when you see accumulation of dirt, dust and debris. These can all cause your hardwood floor to scratch. When vacuuming, use a floor-brush attachment.  

When mopping hardwood floors, less is more! Use a damp or dry mop and never let liquids stand on your hardwood floor because water left to stand on your floor will damage it. 

Many cleaning products contain abrasive chemicals that will dull and damage the finish of hardwood floors. We do not recommend the use of water, vinegar, soaps, detergents, and cleaners, other than those recommended specifically for solid hardwood and engineered hardwood floors. 

NEVER WAX HARDWOOD FLOORS 

Installed hardwood floors are finished with stain and typically multiple urethane coatings. Wax and oil is not necessary. If you’d like to use a spray to clean your hardwood floor, we recommend a low PH cleaner that does not contain oils or waxes.  

Hardwood maintenance cleaning kits from Bona or hardwood manufacture can help you clean and maintain your floors. For more information on cleaning and caring for your hardwood floors, see the floor’s​​ product guide. 

Texture is in! Whether it’s to warm up your home or add a modern, industrial flare, we offer a variety of wall treatments and textures to add that extra design element to any vertical surface. 

Brick Veneer: Create a beautiful, architectural wall treatment using brick veneer. Get the textured look of brick to create presence in your home. 

Faux Concrete:  Most popular with the industrial and minimalist decorating trends, concrete looks are in. We carry a variety of concrete panels to make it easy to create this sought-after look. They are also extremely lightweight and easy to maintain.

Shiplap: Shiplap wooden boards can add cottage-cozy comfort to your bedroom, or elevate and define a home office space.We offer a wide selection of wood and wood-look wall claddings to suit your décor. 

Ledgestone: Also known as stacked stone, ledgestone is a type of natural stone tile used for walls, fireplaces or borders. Ledgestone or stacked stone can be installed directly on cement board or existing masonry to give your room a stylish new look. Ledgestone panels create a classic but modern finish that compliments many residential and commercial décor.

Quartz: Manufactured quartz is a beautiful option for showers, backsplashes and fireplaces. It can create an almost seamless look and can be bookmatched for a dramatic flair. Bookmatching means taking two or more slabs of stone so that when the two surfaces are laid side by side they mirror each other. 

For feature wall options, visit Aristocrat Floors wall texture options here.

Flooring manufacturer warranties can be found using the links below. 

Beckham Brothers: https://beckhambros.com/warranties/

Permabois – Hardwood Warranty: https://www.permabois.com/eng/warranty 

PurParket – Hardwood Warranty: Click here for PDF