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Avatar for Modern Quality Flooring Inc
Modern Quality Flooring Inc
4.9(
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Laminate Wood or Stone Flooring - InstallWood Flooring - RefinishWood Flooring - Repair or Partially Replace+15 more

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Danny and his staff at Modern Quality Flooring have delivered quality craftsmanship multiple times while working on floors in our home. They are always quick to deliver estimates, give reliable timelines, arrive early to complete their job, and do beautiful work. They have installed wood flooring throughout entire floors in our house, patched, sanded and stained existing hardwood, and are planning to install laminate flooring in our basement next. We trust them to guide us in all future flooring endeavors."
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Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for K.A.L.S. Flooring
K.A.L.S. Flooring
4.8(
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Wood Flooring - RefinishWood Flooring - Repair or Partially ReplaceWood Flooring - Install or Completely Replace+3 more

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

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"Alex and Mario are the best! I hired them to refinish approximately 1,000 square feet of hardwood flooring. The craftsmanship and attention to detail was beyond what I expected. They finished the job on time and the end result was simply amazing. I highly recommend and I will be using them again in the future and have also referred them to my neighbors!"
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Mr Carpet Shop at Home
Mr Carpet Shop at Home
4.9(
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Laminate Wood or Stone Flooring - InstallCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or StretchLuxury Vinyl Flooring - Install - Materials Not Provided by Consumer+13 more

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From the start it was an easy and positive experience. We were shown several samples to choose from and we were given ample time to choose with no pressure sales pitch. After we chose our flooring, we received discounts for being Angie's List members (yay!) and an additional discount for paying by check. They had the best price of the companies we had looked at before. We were able to choose the days we wanted for installation with no problems. Installation went smoothly also. It was estimated to take two days and it took two days. The installers were very professional. Overall we are extremely happy with the experience and the final result, a great looking laminate floor!"
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+8

Response time5 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Exposition Carpet
Exposition Carpet
4.8(
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Laminate Wood or Stone Flooring - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessWood Flooring - Install or Completely Replace+19 more

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

DBA: Exposition Carpet Co & rugstoyou.com.\nTogether our sales professionals and office staff have a wealth of knowledge and years of experience. Because of their thorough knowledge of materials and applications they can assist you with selecting the best products or creating unique solutions. And most important, they have the level of professional commitment to apply their best effort to each client's needs.

Urban Exotics Cherry-Russet
Light and Medium Traditional
Ceylon
Shaw Laminate - Natural Splendor
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Refloor - Chicago
Refloor - Chicago
4.8(
20
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Laminate Wood or Stone Flooring - InstallLuxury Vinyl Flooring - Install - Materials Not Provided by Consumer

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mitchell came in and inspected my floor. He told me exactly what job they where going to on my floor. He explained everything thoroughly to me. He was also very helpful in helping me pick a color. He was very professional and very personable. I felt comfortable going ahead with the project."
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30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JERRY'S DUST FREE FLOORING, INC.
JERRY'S DUST FREE FLOORING, INC.
4.9(
165
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Wood Flooring - Refinish

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Stunning results. We had red oak flooring over 70 years old refinished for the first time ever. They turned out beautiful. Far surpassed expectations. No mess, got out old water stains. Very pleased."
Hardwood Flooring Sales/Installation/Refinishing Project
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+117

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

No, thick carpet padding isn’t necessarily better than thinner padding. The appropriate padding thickness will depend on the type of carpet and the amount of foot traffic in the area. 

For example, thick padding works well in low-traffic areas, like bedrooms, where you have soft and plush carpeting. However, thick carpet padding can damage low-pile carpet, which is used in the busiest parts of your home (like hallways and entryways). For that reason, it’s best to use thinner, heavier padding underneath carpet in high-traffic areas.

There are a few different types of finishes to choose from for the final step of the project. 

Water-based polyurethane sealants emit fewer odors and fumes but dry quickly, which can pose a challenge when trying to get a smooth coat. Oil-based polyurethane sealants let out more odors and fumes into the air (it’s especially important to wear a respirator if you choose this type), but they take longer to dry, which can be more forgiving during the finishing step. 

Some may prefer wood oil to polyurethane because rather than creating a layer, it becomes part of the wood. Wood oil takes longer to dry, and is less resistant to wear and tear; however, it creates a natural-looking result by enhancing the grain of the wood. 

Yes, adding new flooring can add significant value to your home, especially hard floors like wood, tile, vinyl, or laminate. It is one of the quickest ways to make a room look refreshed and new, which is a valuable update for those planning to sell or seeking an interior design change. If you update your flooring close to when you sell, you could see a return on investment (ROI) of up to 70%.

Honestly, very few things in life are 100% anything—and that rule stands when it comes to waterproof flooring, too. Options like porcelain or ceramic tile are a lot closer to 100% waterproof than tiles and planks that have a fiberboard backing, like waterproof laminate or cork flooring. In all cases, it’s a good idea to wipe up wet spills as quickly as you can after they happen in order to avoid water damage.

It is normal to glue carpet down, though it’s not the only or the most popular method of installing carpet. Modern techniques include tack strips and stretching the carpet, but you might still find glued carpet in older homes or a home with a DIY’d past. Removing a glued-down carpet will be harder compared to other methods of installation.

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