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July 31, 2025 Justin Mikkelsen

Pet-Friendly Floor Refinishing: Keeping Your Furry Family Safe During the Process

Refinishing your floors can transform your home beautifully, but if you have pets, a little extra planning goes a long way. The refinishing process involves chemicals and dust that aren't ideal for your furry family members to be around. With the right approach, you can achieve stunning floors while keeping your pets comfortable and safe throughout the project.

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July 17, 2025 Justin Mikkelsen

Flooring Red Flags That Could Kill Your Home Sale (And How to Fix Them)

When you're selling your home, the floors matter more than you think. You might be used to that creaky step or the old carpet in the living room, but buyers see these problems differently. They walk in and immediately start worrying about what else might be wrong with the house.

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June 24, 2025 Justin Mikkelsen

Your Carpet Is Making You Sick: The Shocking Truth About What's Living In Your Floor

Living Healthier From The Ground Up

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June 13, 2025 Justin Mikkelsen

Why 80% of DIY Hardwood Floor Jobs Fail: A Professional's Guide to Getting It Right

When you're investing in hardwood flooring, you're not just buying materials – you're investing in your home's future. With industry reports showing nearly $1 billion in annual hardwood floor damage across the country, choosing the right installation team becomes crucial. The complexity of proper installation extends far beyond simply laying boards in a pattern.

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May 31, 2025 Pasquale Floors, LLC

Wood Floor Grades and Cuts: A Simple Guide

This guide simplifies the complexities of wood floor selection by explaining different wood grades (Clear/Select, Select & Better, #1 Common, Character) and cutting styles (Plain/Flat Sawn, Quarter Sawn, Rift Sawn). It helps homeowners choose the best hardwood flooring based on appearance, budget, lifestyle, and room location, emphasizing how natural features can aid maintenance.

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May 21, 2025 Pasquale Floors, LLC

From Consultation to Completion: The Art of Premium Flooring

For over two decades, Pasquale Floors has been transforming homes throughout Cleveland with more than just exceptional flooring – we've been creating experiences that delight our customers from the first phone call to the final reveal and beyond. Our 23-year legacy is built on a foundation of customer-first service and uncompromising quality.

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April 22, 2025 Pasquale Floors, LLC

Ray Flecks and Perpendicular Grain: The Hidden Treasures of Quarter-Sawn White Oak Flooring

I've installed many wood floors over the years, over three decades of expertise, in fact. I've guided countless homeowners through showroom overwhelm to find their perfect match—yet selecting flooring for my own renovation still required careful consideration of each option's unique character. Engineered products promised convenience, exotic species offered drama, but something kept drawing me back to a classic American hardwood with a special twist: quarter-sawn white oak in generous 6¼" planks. This wasn't just another flooring decision—it was an investment in beauty, stability, and timeless craftsmanship that would become the foundation of my home for decades to come.

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April 15, 2025 Pasquale Floors, LLC

The Refinishing Limit: Maximizing Your Hardwood Floor's Longevity

Hardwood floors are more than just a beautiful addition to your home—they're an investment that can last for generations with proper care. One of the most significant advantages of hardwood flooring is the ability to refinish it when wear and tear take their toll. But a question we hear frequently at Pasquale Hardwood Flooring is: "How many times can I refinish my hardwood floors?" The answer isn't as straightforward as you might think, as several factors determine your floor's refinishing potential.

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March 26, 2025 Pasquale Floors, LLC

Hardwood Floor Replacement: What’s the Real Cost?

If you’re thinking about replacing your hardwood floors, you probably have one big question: how much is this going to cost me? The short answer? Replacing hardwood floors is a major investment, typically running about $27 per square foot for a standard oak floor. But before you make a decision, it’s important to understand all the costs involved and whether refinishing might be a better option.

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March 12, 2025 Pasquale Floors, LLC

Wood vs. Carpet & LVT: Why Hardwood Wins

When choosing flooring for your home, the options can feel overwhelming. Two popular choices are carpet and luxury vinyl tile (LVT), but there's a reason why hardwood floors remain the gold standard. While each type of flooring has its pros and cons, wood floors offer a unique combination of beauty, durability, and long-term value that other materials simply can’t match. Let’s take a look at how these flooring types compare—and why hardwood comes out on top.

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