Hardwood Flooring in Kirksville, MO

Hardwood is the floor people keep for decades. It can be refinished. It goes with everything. And it's the first thing buyers notice when you sell.

At Kirksville Carpet One Floor & Home, we'll help you pick the right hardwood for your house, measure the room, and install it.

Solid or engineered?

This is the first question, and it matters more in Missouri than most places.

• Solid hardwood is one piece of wood, top to bottom. It can be sanded and refinished many times. It moves with humidity, so it's best on main floors with steady heating and cooling.
• Engineered hardwood has a real wood top layer over a stable core. It moves less when the air changes. That makes it the better pick for basements, over concrete, and in homes where the heat and humidity swing a lot between a dry January and a muggy July.

Not sure? Tell us where it's going. We'll tell you which one fits.

Pick a species and a finish you can live with

• Oak is the classic. Visible grain hides scratches and dents well.
• Hickory is harder and has bold color changes. Good for busy houses.
• Maple is smooth and light. It shows scratches more.

Matte and low-sheen finishes hide wear better than glossy ones. If you have dogs or kids, go lower sheen.

Hardwood in older Kirksville homes

Plenty of houses around town are old enough to have their own quirks: uneven subfloors, rooms that don't line up, floors that step up between rooms. We look at all of that when we measure, so the quote reflects the real job.

How it works

1. Visit the showroom on North Baltimore Street and take samples home.
2. Free measure. We come to you.
3. Written quote with flooring and installation.
4. Install on a scheduled day.

Hardwood and resale

Thinking about selling in a few years? Hardwood is one of the features buyers ask about first. A neutral oak or hickory in a mid-tone color appeals to the most people. Bold, trendy colors can narrow your buyer pool.

Protect the investment

Put felt pads on chair legs. Use mats at every outside door, because winter salt and grit scratch finish. Sweep often. Wipe up water fast.

Visit us

Kirksville Carpet One Floor & Home, 1200 N Baltimore Street, Kirksville, MO 63501. Open Monday to Friday, 9 to 5, and Saturdays by appointment. Call (660) 665-2663. We serve Adair County and nearby towns including Macon, La Plata, Novinger, Greentop, Lancaster, Memphis and Milan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is engineered hardwood real wood?

Yes. Engineered hardwood has a top layer of real wood over a stable core. It looks like solid hardwood once installed and handles humidity changes better.

Should I choose solid or engineered hardwood in Missouri?

Solid hardwood works well on main floors with steady heating and cooling. Engineered hardwood is the safer choice for basements, over concrete, and in homes with big seasonal humidity swings.

What hardwood hides scratches best?

Oak and hickory hide scratches better than maple because of their visible grain and color variation. A matte or low-sheen finish also hides wear better than gloss.

Where can I buy hardwood flooring in Kirksville, MO?

Kirksville Carpet One Floor & Home at 1200 N Baltimore Street sells and installs hardwood flooring. Call (660) 665-2663 for a free measure and quote.