Hardwood is a big investment, and a bad install can ruin a beautiful floor. Gaps, cupping, squeaks and uneven boards usually trace back to the prep and the installation, not the wood. That’s why Kellie’s puts as much care into what happens on install day as into helping you choose the floor.
Help choosing the right hardwood
From your first call, we’ll help you work through the choices: species, color, plank width, finish, and whether solid or engineered hardwood fits your home. Tell us how much traffic the floor will get and the look you’re going for, and we’ll narrow it down. Kellie’s sells hardwood from the best-known brands, so you’ll see real options at competitive prices.
Solid or engineered? Neither one is “better.” Solid hardwood can be sanded and refinished many times over its life. Engineered hardwood has a real wood top layer over a stable core, which makes it less likely to move with changes in humidity. That’s worth thinking about in a home near the water like many in Des Moines. It can usually be refinished once or twice. We’ll help you weigh it.
Installed the right way
Our installers follow the manufacturer’s standards on every job, starting underneath. We check the subfloor and level or repair it when needed, because hardwood needs a flat, solid base to stay tight and quiet for decades. Then we install it carefully and finish the transitions and trim.
More than hardwood
Kellie’s installs just about any type of flooring, so hardwood in the living areas and luxury vinyl or tile in the kitchen and baths is no problem. Already have hardwood that’s looking tired? Ask about hardwood refinishing.
Call (206) 300-3156 for a FREE estimate with a real price for the whole job.
