Does hardwood hold up in Southern California’s dry climate and Santa Ana winds?
Yes, with the right product and installation. LA’s low humidity and hot, dry Santa Ana winds can cause solid hardwood to shrink and show small gaps. That’s why we often recommend engineered hardwood, like engineered European white oak, which is more dimensionally stable. We also make sure the wood acclimates properly before installation and can advise on keeping indoor humidity within the manufacturer’s recommended range.
How durable is hardwood with kids and pets?
Hardwood is durable, but no wood floor is scratch-proof. Harder species like white oak, a matte or low-sheen finish, and wire-brushed textures all help hide everyday wear. The big advantage: when a hardwood floor starts to look tired, it can be sanded and refinished to look new again, something vinyl and laminate can’t do. If scratches are your top worry, SPC vinyl is a great option for high-traffic rooms.
Do you come to homes in Calabasas?
Yes. We come to your Calabasas home for a free in-home estimate. We bring flooring samples to your home, so you can compare options in your own light next to your cabinets, walls and furniture, and we measure during the same visit. Prefer to browse in person? Our showroom at 21030 Victory Blvd in Woodland Hills is a short drive down the 101.
Have you installed hardwood in Calabasas before?
Yes. In one recent Calabasas remodel we installed Oasis Seaside Breeze engineered oak in 7-1/2″ planks through the entry, hallway, kitchen, living area and bedrooms. See the Calabasas oak installation.
Can I buy flooring without installation?
Yes, material only is fine. Delivery available, charged separately based on job site location and project size.
Can I see a floor in person before the estimate?
Yes. Call (818) 963-0878 before you come and we can tell you whether we have a matching sample at our Woodland Hills showroom, 21030 Victory Blvd.
Do you install laminate and vinyl in Calabasas too?
Yes. Hardwood is our focus, but we also install laminate and waterproof SPC vinyl, and many homes mix them: hardwood in living areas, SPC in kitchens and baths.
Do you install hardwood stairs in Calabasas homes?
Yes. We install hardwood staircases with treads, risers and matching stair nosing, so the stairs match the new floor.
Can you install herringbone or chevron hardwood?
Yes. As a licensed flooring contractor, we install herringbone and chevron patterns as well as wide straight planks, and we plan the layout room by room before we order.
Should I choose engineered or solid hardwood for my Calabasas home?
It depends on the subfloor. On a concrete slab we install engineered hardwood, glued down after a moisture test. Over a raised wood subfloor, solid or engineered boards can be nailed down. We check the subfloor at the in-home visit and recommend the one that fits.
What widths and wear layers does your European white oak come in?
We carry wide-plank European white oak from 7.5″ to 13″ wide, with 2, 4 and 6 mm wear layers, in natural, wire-brushed and custom-stained finishes.
Who installs the hardwood?
We do, as a licensed flooring contractor. We remove the old floor, test for moisture, level the subfloor, install the hardwood and finish the stairs and trim. Glamour Flooring holds California contractor license CSLB #1005283 (C-15). Glamour Flooring is a family business serving homeowners since 2007.
How much does hardwood flooring cost in Calabasas?
Hardwood floors start at $3.49/sq ft, material only. Installation is quoted separately, in writing, after we measure your rooms and check the subfloor.
How should I compare hardwood flooring installers?
Compare written quotes for the same flooring and scope: room measurements, subfloor and moisture checks, removal, leveling, installation method, stairs, transitions and baseboard. Verify the contractor’s license and ask to see completed projects. Glamour Flooring is a Licensed Flooring Contractor (CSLB #1005283). Family business since 2007.