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Tile inlay is used mostly to create geometric or figurative designs. The combination of ultra high-pressure water jets and a computer guidance system cuts pieces so precisely that almost any design can be achieved.

Stone is one of the most durable of all floorings. When properly installed, it should last the lifetime of a house. This toughness combined with the natural beauty of stone makes it the material of choice where quality and character are important considerations. Stone is just what its name implies: quarried slate, limestone, flagstone, granite, or marble.

With the types of wood and finishes available, a wood floor can be put in virtually any room in your house - even kitchens, baths, and utility rooms.

Inlaid wood can maximize the dramatic effect in any room. Inlaid borders can be used as a separation between flooring styles, on thresholds between rooms, to mark the outline of furniture groupings or to add a distinctive accent around certain areas or the perimeter of a room. Decorative designs can add real character to an otherwise normal room.

Ask the professional who will be installing your floor for cleaning tips. Keep any cleaning solutions used for secondary materials off your wood floors. Here are some tips for keeping your hardwood floor in pristine condition.