I'm purchasing hardwood floors, however, I didn't know they come in several thickness (ie 3/8", 5/16", 9/16" & 3/4". What is the recommended thickness or does it matter? I'm leaning towards Brazilian Cherry, Brazilian Redwood & Santos Mahogany, if that matters. I've been quoted around $7,400 for 500sf of Brazilian Cherry. Is this reasonable? I live in NYC. Thank you in advance for any assistance.
I'm purchasing hardwood floors, however, they come in different thickness (ie 3/8", 5/16", 9/16" & 3/4"). What is the recommended thickness or does it matter? I'm leaning towards Brazilian cherry or Santos Mahogany if that matters. I've been quoted $7,400 for 500sf of Brazilian cherry 3/4" - good price or not? I live in NYC. Thank you in advance for any assistance.
The Quote of $7,400 for 500 Square Feet is for the purchase and installment. Thanks
I'm purchasing hardwood floors, however, they come in different thickness (ie 3/8", 5/16", 9/16" & 3/4"). What is the recommended thickness or does it matter? I'm leaning towards Brazilian cherry or Santos Mahogany if that matters. I've been quoted $7,400 for 500sf of Brazilian cherry 3/4" - good price or not? I live in NYC. Thank you in advance for any assistance.
Consider DIY. You can save a lot of money even if you buy a compressor and nailer (or a manual nailer if you're strong) and throw them away when you're done. Your cuts don't have to be good at all, since they will all be covered by molding.
It's a straightforward job, and there are many people here who can answer any questions that might come up.
Rick Marinelli, P.E.
Don't start vast projects with half-vast knowledge.
Guys, he lives in NYC - that's a different world. No backing up to the front door - schlepping wood up Lord knows how many floors in an elevator, schlepping trash back down again.
Madison19, ask some of your friends and co-workers for recommendations for a contract. Get a couple of quotes. What sounds high to me in AZ or other people in the Midwest might be jsut fine in NYC.
I spent a week there in April - LOVE YOUR CITY! Monica
Thank you all for your suggestions and yes NYC has unique problems. However, getting back to the THICKNESS of the solidwood floors, is there any rhyme or reason to 3/8", 5/16", 9/16" & 3/4" and what is recommended? This effects my bottome line big time.
I'm purchasing hardwood floors, however, they come in different thickness (ie 3/8", 5/16", 9/16" & 3/4"). What is the recommended thickness or does it matter? I'm leaning towards Brazilian cherry or Santos Mahogany if that matters. I've been quoted $7,400 for 500sf of Brazilian cherry 3/4" - good price or not? I live in NYC. Thank you in advance for any assistance.
The thicker the board, the more times it can be refinished before having to be replaced. I have also heard people say that the thicker the floor, the quieter it is. Other reasons for different thicknesses is to match the height of the hardwood floor to that of any adjoining room.
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I didn't know there was such a thing as Brazilian Rosewood flooring. I've only seen that wood on my bass... That alone didn't make me blink at his price quote, as a new fingerboard, before dressing and install, can be around $500.
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Originally posted by mosternaz: Guys, he lives in NYC - that's a different world. No backing up to the front door - schlepping wood up Lord knows how many floors in an elevator, schlepping trash back down again.
All the more opportunity to save money. SOMEBODY has to schlep the stuff up and down. You can pay a contractor mucho bucks for totally unskilled labor or buy a case of beer for a few friends.
Rick Marinelli, P.E.
Don't start vast projects with half-vast knowledge.
