Modern home furnished with dining room table, painting and hardwood floors.

“The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten.” -Benjamin Franklin

Choosing hardwood flooring solely on price can be a regrettable decision. Baird Brothers expert Steve Stack advises that to truly get the best deal, customers should focus on value, rather than the price tag. “Yes, price is a factor — flooring is a big-ticket home purchase — but customers who want to get the most out of their flooring purchase should also factor in quality, craftsmanship, service and reputation.” Steve shares some of the reasons Baird Brothers’ premium hardwood flooring is a superb choice for homeowners who want to beautify their homes and increase resale value. Read more

Hardwood Gives Basements Warmth and Charm

Is 2019 the year you’ll transform your drab basement into gorgeous, valuable living space?

“With texture and vibrant color, fine American hardwood can help you create a natural, warm, welcoming feeling in your basement,” Baird Brothers Steve Stack said. Thinking about taking advantage of that extra square footage down under? Steve has some floor-to-ceiling suggestions to incorporate gorgeous hardwood into your basement design.
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How Hardwood Makes A Modern Interior Feel Like Home

Modern and contemporary design, known for clean, straight lines, can run the risk of making a house feel more like a museum or showcase than a welcoming home. “Achieving a contemporary look with hardwood, a classic element, is a growing trend,” Baird Brothers Steve Stack said. “It adds a warming touch to what could be a cold, uninviting environment.”
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Local Products Featured in National Home Enthusiast Magazine

Youngstown-made products prominently featured in This Old House Magazine’s 2019 Idea House reveal issue

Canfield, OH: This Old House recently released the digital and print debut of their 2019 Idea House, which prominently features multiple products made and shipped from Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods, based in Canfield, OH. Located in the coveted historic district of downtown New Canaan, Connecticut, the project is featured in the recent issue of This Old HouseMagazine and on thisoldhouse.com.

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Engineered Hardwood Flooring: Is it right for you?

For 55 years, Baird Brothers’ solid hardwood flooring has added warmth and charm to homes all over the nation. Now, that same American-crafted beauty is available in Baird Brothers’ engineered hardwood flooring. In this issue, Baird Brothers’ Steve Stack explains what engineered hardwood flooring is and how to decide if it’s the right flooring option for your home.

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The 2018 Jamestown Net-Zero Project: Baird Brothers & This Old House

Anniversaries are important… especially 40th anniversaries!

So for 2018, This Old House’s 40th season, the well-known home design and renovation brand brought its A-game by taking on its first ever net-zero house.

If you’re a fan, you know that TOH has managed many challenging projects over the past 40 years. But, up to this point, the organization had never been tasked with transforming an old home into a property capable of generating all the energy it needed to run.

But, as expected, with a little collaboration and a lot of ingenuity, the Jamestown Net-Zero Project House was nothing short of stunning!

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Hardwood Floor Maintenance 101: How to Keep Your Floors In Good Shape

Installing hardwood floors often requires a pretty sizable investment on your part. While the cost of hardwood flooring varies depending on everything from the size of your home to the type of wood that you choose, the average American pays more than $4,300 to have hardwood floors installed.

As a result, it’s extremely important for you to maintain your hardwood flooring the right way once you get it in place. When you make hardwood floor maintenance a priority, you can keep your floors looking like new and ensure that they last (nearly) a lifetime.

The good news is that hardwood floors are a lot easier to maintain than other types of flooring (like carpeting). However, there are some things you’ll need to do to preserve their appearance.

Check out our 9 tips to help you maintain your hardwood floors and keep them in perfect condition for decades to come! Read more