A Guide to Hardwood Flooring Finishes
Choosing the right hardwood flooring for your new home or remodeling project can definitely be a challenge. Not only do you have a variety of wood types and colors from which to choose—you also must decide on a finish. Should[...]
read moreHardwood Floors and Cold Weather: Should You Be Concerned?
The winter months can be highly unpredictable here in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Some winters are fairly mild temperature-wise, while sometimes (like recently) we have sharp cold snaps, along with snow and ice. Sometimes we have generous portions of both warm and[...]
read moreGray Hardwood Floors: Why They’re So Popular
For the past several years, gray hardwood floors have become hugely popular. They appear consistently on hundreds of “top home trends” lists, and they dominate conversations at home shows and expos across the country. Gray floors are among the most[...]
read moreHow to Prepare for Your Hardwood Flooring Installation
So you’ve made the decision to update your home with high-quality hardwood flooring from Renaissance. You’ve selected colors, styles or patterns, and you’ve set the date for installation to begin. It’s an exciting moment, but it’s also admittedly a disruption,[...]
read moreAvoiding Holiday Mishaps: Tips to Protect Your Wood Floors this Holiday Season
The holiday season is upon us—the time for decking the halls, stringing the lights, trimming the tree and otherwise making our homes look their most festive. It’s also the season for family and friends, Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas parties and so[...]
read moreCustom Home Starts Continue to Perform Well in the US Market
An article posted this week in Builder Online reveals more good news for the home builders’ market. According to data from the Census Bureau and the National Association of Home Builders, the demand for custom homes continues to surge alongside[...]
read moreFloors that Last: Extending the Lifespan of your Hardwood Floors
Have you ever been in a building that is over 100 years old—one that still has its original hardwood floors? The planks might be dull, scratched, creaky or even a bit warped—but they’re still there. You can walk on them.[...]
read moreRenaissance Sponsors Annual Jenks West Elementary Jog-a-Thon
As part of our ongoing support for the local community, Renaissance, Inc. is proud to be a Main Event Sponsor for the Jenks West Elementary Jog-a-Thon, which takes place on October 3, 2017. In response to a generous donation[...]
read moreWood Floors and Dogs: A Hardwood Flooring Survival Guide
It seems like a nightmare waiting to happen. You install gorgeous hardwood flooring in your home, and when the family dog runs across it excitedly, she starts to slide and digs her nails into the boards to stop herself.[...]
read moreTop Tulsa Wood Flooring Trends for 2017
Just as styles in the world of fashion are always changing, so do our style choices when building a home. While hardwood flooring in general is always in vogue, we’re always coming up with fresh ways to create chic[...]
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