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At Premier Custom Hardwood Flooring, we pride ourselves on being Chicago’s NW Suburbs premier flooring installation experts. Whether you’re renovating your home, updating your office space, or embarking on a new construction project, our dedicated team is here to provide top-notch hardwood flooring solutions tailored to your needs. We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help you understand our services better, guide you through the installation process, and ensure you have all the information you need for a seamless flooring experience. If you don’t find the answers you’re looking for, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly!
GREENGUARD Gold is one of the most trusted indoor air quality standards in the industry. Products that earn this certification are independently tested to ensure they meet strict limits for chemical emissions. The products are designed with sensitive individuals in mind, including children, seniors, and people with allergies or respiratory concerns. When we use Bona GREENGUARD Gold products, you can feel confident that your newly refinished hardwood floors are finished with products that help support healthier indoor air quality.
Unlike traditional oil-based finishes, Bona's waterborne finishes are formulated with very low VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) and low odor. Most homeowners are pleasantly surprised by how much cleaner and less intrusive the refinishing process is compared to older finishing methods. While every home is different, Bona products are specifically designed to minimize strong odors while still delivering exceptional durability and beauty.
We choose Bona because it offers an outstanding combination of durability, appearance, and indoor air quality. Bona's advanced waterborne finishes resist scratches, scuffs, and wear while preserving the natural beauty of your hardwood floors. Unlike many older finishes, Bona products won't yellow over time and are known for their low odor, low VOC formulas. Many Bona finishes, including Bona Traffic HD, are GREENGUARD Gold Certified for indoor air quality.
Yes. Bona Traffic HD is considered one of the most durable waterborne hardwood floor finishes available. It provides excellent resistance to scratches, scuffs, and everyday wear from active families, pets, and heavy foot traffic. In addition to its durability, it offers very low VOCs, low odor, and GREENGUARD Gold Certification, making it a popular choice for homeowners who want both performance and peace of mind.
Solid hardwood is made from a single piece of wood, while engineered hardwood has a core of plywood with a hardwood veneer on top.
Maintenance varies by type: hardwood may need regular sweeping and occasional refinishing; carpet requires vacuuming and periodic deep cleaning; tile needs sweeping and mopping.
Installation time depends on the type and size of the flooring project. For example, a room of laminate flooring might take a day or two, while tile could take longer.
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