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History-Rich Wide Plank Flooring
Looking for something unique to grace the floors in your home, condo or office? Consider installing history-rich wide plank flooring. Regarded as the most popular flooring choice, wide plank flooring (also known as wideplank flooring) is manufactured from new-growth...
Hardwood Flooring Wood Species
Looking to add character and depth to your home? Consider installing or updating hardwood floors. Each wood species used in wood flooring has their own unique traits and qualities. When exploring the various types of hardwood offered by Logs End, here are some of the...
Hardwood Flooring Types
The market demand for hardwood flooring has increased over the years. Many residential and commercial properties are enhanced by the countless options. From a lengthy list of wood species, to unique grain characteristics, even hardwood flooring type is no longer an...
Reclaimed Birch Flooring
In 2013, Logs End worked with Voyo Tomic Construction to provide and install reclaimed birch flooring in a truly unique, custom home. Building on a lot only 21 feet wide, homeowners Nicolas Delahousse and Chantal Rioux proved the need for expansive interior space is...
Logs End at Chicago Lake Home & Cabin Show
The team from Logs End will be travelling to the Chicago Lake Home & Cabin Show. If you are in the Chicago area, we urge you to come meet the Logs End team. In light of this travel, our Ottawa showroom will be closing early on Friday, February 20, 2015 at 4:00pm....
Janka Hardness Scale
The Janka Hardness Scale is determined by a controlled test, performed to measure the force necessary to embed a .444 inch (11.28mm) steel ball to half its diameter in wood. The resulting data is expressed in pounds-force, or lbf. This industry standard assessment...
Antique Impressions by Creative at Home Inc.
Logs End is proud to be a dealer of Antique Impressions by Canadian owned and managed Creative at Home Inc. The Antique Impressions brand features exclusive hardwood flooring, manufactured using a fully sustainable production method. With a focus on small batch,...
Shopping For Hardwood Flooring
For many homeowners, hardwood floors are synonymous with richness, beauty and character. From classic to contemporary installations, wood floors are renowned for withstanding a lifetime of wear and tear. At Logs End, we believe shopping for hardwood flooring should be...
Preventing Hardwood Floor Gaps
Missed out on the recent Logs End eZine? Here is a quick summary of our article, which detailed how to prevent hardwood floor gaps. With winter in full force, our homes are being heated twenty-four hours a day. The air becomes dry, drawing out the moisture from your...
Logs End Receives Best of Houzz 2015 Award
Notice something different on the Logs End houzz profile? It's true! Logs End received a "Best of Houzz 2015" award for overall Customer Satisfaction. Houzz, the leading platform for home remodelling and design services, awarded companies around the world in two...
Hardwood Floor Cupping
A Logs End social media follower recently asked: What is hardwood floor cupping? The following image from Wikipedia is a perfect illustration of cupping. Hardwood floor cupping (or a wood cup) is a warp across the face width of a plank, in which the edges are higher...
Logs End Ottawa Showroom
Did you know Logs End boasts a showroom like no other? Our home-style setting at 66 Iber Rd in Ottawa features 2500 square feet of products on display. Our showroom is open to the public Monday to Thursday, from 9:00am to 5:00pm, and on Friday from 9:00am to 4:00pm....
Protecting Hardwood Floors from Christmas Trees
Nothing heralds the arrival of Christmas like a fresh cut tree. From the fragrant scent to the soft downy needles, the Christmas tree is a sign of good spirit and hope for things to come. Every year, the team at Logs End is asked for tips on protecting hardwood and...
Winter Salt Residue
Canadian winters are notoriously long and harsh. To combat the elements, many cities, towns and home owners depend on sand and salt as traction aids for vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Sadly, these two products wreak havoc with hardwood floors. At Logs End, we...
Humidity Levels and Hardwood Floors
Houses and buildings were designed to provide shelter from outdoor elements. Over time, personal comfort became a driving factor. First, it was the fascination with heating. After World War II, air conditioning became the widespread interest. According to old...
Logs End eZine
Did you miss out on the November 12th Logs End eZine communication? Here is what we covered. 5 Reasons to Explore Engineered Hardwood Flooring With so many flooring choices available today, there are many options to consider when looking for new flooring. With the...
Logs End eZine
Did you miss out on the November 12th Logs End eZine communication? Here is what we covered. 5 Reasons to Explore Engineered Hardwood Flooring With so many flooring choices available today, there are many options to consider when looking for new flooring. With the...
GOHBA SAMMY Awards
On November 5th, during the annual luncheon, the Greater Ottawa Home Builder's Association handed out the 2014 GOHBA SAMMY Awards. Logs End was floored to discover we had won two awards: Best Industry Partner Brochure and Best Industry Partner Showroom. On behalf of...
Invest In Canadian Hardwood Flooring
In a market filled with vinyl flooring, bamboo flooring, ceramic flooring, and other variants, why should you invest in Canadian hardwood flooring? 1. Hardwood flooring solutions bearing a “Made in Canada” label are recognized as a top-quality product. In fact,...
Logs End Promotions
Logs End is Canada’s leading supplier of river-reclaimed, wide plank flooring. We pride ourselves on connecting the past with the present, and offer clients custom floors and millwork of unparalleled quality and beauty. During our recent exhibit at the Home &...
Hardwood Flooring Direction
Logs End staff is frequently asked what direction a hardwood floor should be laid. Hardwood flooring direction can play a big role in how your floor performs, in addition to the overall look. When it comes to laying hardwood floors, the planks are typically run...
Logs End at The Home & Design Show in Ottawa
Looking for the latest inspiration in design trends? Perhaps you are considering a whole home renovation or need advice to complete a specific project? Be sure to check out The Home & Design Show in Ottawa, taking place at the EY Centre from Friday, September...