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Borders are a simple flooring
upgrade that creates a
frame in a particular room or
area. The possibilities are
endless, and are not limited
to wood only. Many borders
now include intricate
patterns incorporating
multiple wood species,
stone, granite, marble,
brass, copper, stainless
steel, nickel, and others
metals.
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Medallions are another
popular upgrade option.
Often installed in the center
of the floor, they can
incorporate multiple wood
species, and other
materials, such as stone,
metal and leather. Factory
finished medallions can be
routed into existing floor
with minimal disruption.
Customized looks, such as
a family crest are available
as well.
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Hand-Distressing wood
floors offers a unique and
antiqued appearance that
appeals to many. Hand-
Scraping, which is labor
intensive and time
consuming, is the most
common technique. The
installer will work with the
wood to achieve a worn
and distressed look. The
end result will be a new
floor that looks beautifully
antiqued.
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Many people think that
parquet patterns are the
most beautiful of all the
floors. Patterns are made up
of small strips of wood
assembled together. They
often take their names from
famous people or places
where they are thought to
have originated. There are
also geometric patterns with
more generic names, like
herringbone, rhombs and
standard pattern parquet.
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