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Follow along with Sabrina Smelko for the prep. and highlights of her CRAFT floor installation into her cabin home, and soon-to-be dream space.
Resources
Important details covering the installation, warranty and maintenance of a CRAFT floor are listed below. For any information not covered in our documentation, please contact your flooring professional, or feel free to contact us directly
Installation Instructions
A CRAFT floor is an investment that can last a lifetime, and longer. That is why we strongly recommend using a certified professional with plenty of experience installing engineered hardwood flooring. The conditions for installing a hardwood floor can vary considerably from job site to job site, so choosing a professional installer with extensive knowledge of the environment, building codes and local construction practices is essential.
To help guarantee that the installation of your CRAFT floor goes as smoothly as possible, the following documentation will come in handy:
Care & Maintenance
CRAFT’s prefinished hardwood floors are extremely resilient, but just like all other hardwood floors, they are not indestructible. Wood is a natural material and can suffer irreparable damage if not handled properly and if it goes without proper care and maintenance. In particular, there are three primary considerations that need to be taken seriously for those wishing to protect their investment: cleaning, surface protection and moisture control.
- Care and Maintenance of a CRAFT Floor
- Resource guide for vacuuming hardwood floors with vacuum reviews
Warranty Information
All CRAFT floors and related products are covered by an extensive warranty. Residential applications are covered by our 30 Year Finish Warranty and our Limited Lifetime Structural Warranty. Light commercial applications are covered by our 3 Year Light Commercial Finish Warranty and our Limited Lifetime Structural Warranty.
Commercial applications are covered by our 10 Year Commercial Wear Warranty and our Limited Lifetime Structural Warranty. A 60 year Residential Wear Warranty applies when using Commercial Finish in residential settings.
DuRa Finish™ Ultra Matte Information
We developed our innovative DuRa Finish™ Ultra Matte to capture the best of two worlds – that of Durability, and that of Radiance.
Often in today’s marketplace of mass produced flooring, consideration is given only to either the surface hardness of the finish (in the form of anti-scratch UV finishes), or to the wood’s appearance (oil finishes). Recent advances in wood finishing technology have made it possible for us to better achieve this goal by introducing DuRa Finish™ Ultra Matte, a new and superior finishing system that we developed with the cooperation and technical support of Treffert Coatings GmbH, one of the world’s leading wood coating manufacturers.
Our proprietary finishing system uses water-based coatings in conjunction with technically advanced UV cured polyurethanes that employ macro-molecule crosslinking technology with silicon dioxide and acylated PU resin. DuRa Finish™ Ultra Matte offers performance, consistency and vibrancy that surpasses our original finish and harmonizes perfectly with the natural feeling of wood. It is a low gloss, matte finish (6-8% gloss level, similar to a natural oil finish), yet still has a certain amount of sheen, which we feel is necessary to bring out the full lustre and depth of real wood. Our new DuRa Finish™ Ultra Matte utilizes advanced UV cured polyurethane technology that is environmentally friendly, low VOC, and carries a 30-year residential warranty.
DuRa Finish™ COMMERCIAL Information
DuRa Finish™ COMMERCIAL builds on the DuRa Finish™ ULTRA MATTE platform, with increased grammage (coating buildup) in the abrasion resistant layers of the coating stratum. DuRa Finish™ COMMERCIAL exhibits superior abrasion resistance, scratch resistance and impact resistance properties, and is therefore a suitable candidate for many commercial applications with moderately high foot traffic. DuRa Finish™ COMMERCIAL is an evolution of the original ULTRA MATTE residential finish, and it thus shares many of its aesthetic characteristics, such as a high degree of clarity and harmony with the wood’s texture, resulting in a beautiful natural looking appearance not commonly found in other commercial grade wood flooring finishes.
Our Soho floor from UrbanWood was the foundation for the stunning Braeside Residence by @synthesisdesign, where natural elements meet modern design.
This thoughtfully curated space showcases the versatility of Soho’s clean lines and warm tones, seamlessly tying together the kitchen and living areas.
Designed with sustainability in mind, Soho perfectly balances timeless elegance and practicality, making it the ideal choice for a project that celebrates a connection to nature.
Discover more of Soho at urbanwoodfloor.com/soho
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Design by @synthesisdesign @synthesisinteriordesign
Photography by @janisnicolayphotography
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#ThrowbackThursday to when our Genoa floor (Contempa Collection) was featured on @loveitorlistitvancouver with @jillian.harris.
In this dramatic renovation, a midcentury home was transformed with an open-concept design that perfectly showcased the natural beauty of CRAFT’s long-length, wide-plank flooring.
Genoa’s timeless elegance and nature-inspired aesthetic set the foundation for a space so stunning, the homeowners chose to stay and “love” their home instead of listing it.
View the full feature and see how CRAFT can help transform your space at craftfloor.com/tour/genoa
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Another glowing 5-star review by a customer who loves their new floor.
This customer, CK, chose Kavala, a handcrafted hickory floor from our Zen Collection, celebrated for its earthy, organic beauty. Our sustainability mission and 30-year finish warranty were key factors in their decision—a true testament to the quality and values behind CRAFT.
Ready to elevate your space with timeless hardwood flooring? Discover the CRAFT difference at craftfloor.com
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Discover UrbanWood, CRAFT’s accessible brand that combines style and versatility for modern urban living—all at a budget-friendly offering.
UrbanWood showcases 13 beautifully curated colours, perfect for everything from single-family homes to multi-family developments. These floors blend contemporary design with practical solutions, offering both durability and elegance.
Like all of our floors, UrbanWood is crafted with sustainability at its core—ensuring every plank protects both people and the planet.
Explore the full collections at urbanwoodfloor.com
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