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Q: How do you prepare stairs for a stair runner?

• <div><p>If the stairs are already covered in carpet, you will need to remove the old carpet and possibly the carpet pad. Any damage to the stairs like cracks, loose boards, or creaky treads may also need to be repaired. You may also want to sand and refinish or paint wood stairs before installing a carpet runner.</p></div>

Q: What flooring materials do floor transitions work best with?

• <div><p>Door transitions can work with virtually any flooring type; however, different transition strips lend themselves better to specific flooring types. For instance, if you are bridging the gap between a taller floor, like carpet, to a shorter floor, like hardwood, then you will want a transition strip with a slight slope to bridge the height difference. These transition strips are called reducer molding. On the other hand, if you are bridging two floors of the same height, you can use flat transition strips, such as T-strips and seam binders.</p></div>

Q: What is the cheapest natural flooring?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re having your flooring professionally installed, both cork and bamboo are natural options that ring in at an affordable price. These flooring materials may cost as little as $2 or $3 per square foot (for comparison, some <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-should-my-new-floor-cost.htm">hardwood floors cost</a> upward of $20 per square foot), and they&rsquo;re also sustainable and healthy. Keep in mind that each manufacturer will set their own prices, and labor costs will add to the overall price you pay.</p></div>

Q: What’s the best floor for a walk-in shower?

• <div><p>Tile&mdash;specifically smaller, mosaic-style tiles&mdash;is the best type of flooring for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-build-walk-in-shower-base.htm">building a walk-in shower base</a>. Shower pans come with a threshold and sidewalls to contain the water, but tile can be set into the shower base. This creates a walk-in shower floor that gently slopes toward the drain to keep water from getting out and into the rest of the bathroom.</p></div>

Q: Can I install commercial carpet myself?

• <div><p>DIY installation is challenging; professionals ensure proper fitting, adhesive application, and long-term durability.</p></div>

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Last update on May 08, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
Job was done in a timely manner and the floor looks great.
VJ Hardwood Floor LLC
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Reviewed in April 2026
Very professional. Installed a floating vinyl floor in the basement. Looks great.
Lord Wood LLC
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Reviewed in March 2026
Matt installed Luxury Hardwood Floors and Luxury Vinyl Bathroom Flooring. In addition to Butcher Block Counter Tops and New Stainless Steel Sink and Faucet. Excellent Job !
Matthew S Rose Carpentry LLC
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Reviewed in January 2026
The Moura team installed some new flooring and refinished our existing floors as well. They also refinished our hallway banister and ceiling beams. They were highly professional, and reasonably priced. Always showed up on time and for good reason, took pride in their work. We would definitely...
Moura Wood Floors LLC
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Reviewed in April 2025
Larry is great! He is responsive and shows up when he says he will. He did an excellent job installing our laminate flooring for a fair price. Would absolutely recommend him.
LA Handyman
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Reviewed in November 2024
I was very impressed with David's responsiveness and every member of his crew was a pleasure. They completely removed the kitchen floor (and several layers of subfloor) in my 100+ year-old home, made repairs to floor joists and installed new flooring that looks beautiful. It was an evolving...
The Builders & Cleaners
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Reviewed in May 2022
Lamont, goes by Monty, has done excellent work for me and also a few of my family members. The quality of work is amazing. He not only did floor installs but also did a wonderful job painting along with other home improvement projects for family members of mine. If you want the work done the...
Lamont Dashuan Keys
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Reviewed in October 2021
From setting up the appointment for a free estimate and picking the carpet that I wanted it took 2 weeks. They came on oct. 8th and installed the carpet and everything looks amazing, extremely happy with how the basement came out. We had such a wonderful experience with National floors direct,...
National Floors Direct Inc
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Reviewed in July 2021
Installed vinyl flooring. Looks beautiful.
Empire Today - Hartford
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Reviewed in April 2021
James Thompson and his crew did an excellent job. They even listened to me when i asked them not to smoke around our home. They put down a subfloor and installed hardwood flooring with three coats of urethane throughout the home. The price was reasonable. The work was excellent. If i...
Thompson Flooring
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Lucy's Hardwood Floor, LLC

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Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Refinished old floors and fanned patch in one room with missing flooring. Fast and great price."

+40

Response time6 hrs

19 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by91%of homeowners

Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

Customers say: Quick response

"James and his team did an outstanding job. Our 35 year old parquet floor was in rough shape. After James and his guys got done, it looks brand new! And the price was very reasonable for the job. I highly recommend Thompson Flooring."

Red Oak with American Inlay with Cedar Finish

Response time12 hrs

26 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by91%of homeowners

Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"Marcos and his team did an amazing job in my home. I had new flooring put in on my first floor and my wood railing refinished. I am extremely happy with their work and would highly, highly recommend them for any flooring or wood refinishing project you are looking to do."

Response time10 hrs

Response rate85%

11 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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Customers say: Quality work

"They were friendly and professional. Very focused on details and making sure we were satisfied. They were flexible with scheduling and very accommodating. The floors are absolutely beautiful!!! We would readily recommend them to our friends and family!"

+28

Response time1 day

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Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Allstate Hardwood Floors

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Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They installed new oak floors. The floors look great. They are really responsive to customer feedback and easy to work with."

+23

Response time1 day

7 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by97%of homeowners

Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional. Installed a floating vinyl floor in the basement. Looks great."

+39

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by57%of homeowners

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Moura Wood Floors LLC

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Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The Moura team installed some new flooring and refinished our existing floors as well. They also refinished our hallway banister and ceiling beams. They were highly professional, and reasonably priced. Always showed up on time and for good reason, took pride in their work. We would definitely hire again."

+20

Response time3 hrs

Response rate100%

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

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VJ Hardwood Floor LLC

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Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"VJ Hardwood Floor was professional and easy to work with and I’m very happy with the job they did. My floors came out beautifully."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate100%

34 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

"Larry is great! He is responsive and shows up when he says he will. He did an excellent job installing our laminate flooring for a fair price. Would absolutely recommend him."

+11

Response time3 hrs

10 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Footprints Floors of Bridgeport

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Serving New Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Footprint Floors did an outstanding job, and they did it in a very timely manner. Highly recommended!!"

+40

Response time10 mins

Response rate100%

Recommended by33%of homeowners

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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

If the stairs are already covered in carpet, you will need to remove the old carpet and possibly the carpet pad. Any damage to the stairs like cracks, loose boards, or creaky treads may also need to be repaired. You may also want to sand and refinish or paint wood stairs before installing a carpet runner.

Door transitions can work with virtually any flooring type; however, different transition strips lend themselves better to specific flooring types. For instance, if you are bridging the gap between a taller floor, like carpet, to a shorter floor, like hardwood, then you will want a transition strip with a slight slope to bridge the height difference. These transition strips are called reducer molding. On the other hand, if you are bridging two floors of the same height, you can use flat transition strips, such as T-strips and seam binders.

If you’re having your flooring professionally installed, both cork and bamboo are natural options that ring in at an affordable price. These flooring materials may cost as little as $2 or $3 per square foot (for comparison, some hardwood floors cost upward of $20 per square foot), and they’re also sustainable and healthy. Keep in mind that each manufacturer will set their own prices, and labor costs will add to the overall price you pay.

Tile—specifically smaller, mosaic-style tiles—is the best type of flooring for building a walk-in shower base. Shower pans come with a threshold and sidewalls to contain the water, but tile can be set into the shower base. This creates a walk-in shower floor that gently slopes toward the drain to keep water from getting out and into the rest of the bathroom.

DIY installation is challenging; professionals ensure proper fitting, adhesive application, and long-term durability.

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