Home Flooring

March 24, 2026
Bright furnished basement with wooden flooring.

How Ottawa’s Climate Affects Your Flooring Choice

Ottawa’s climate is among the most demanding in Canada for flooring materials. With winter temperatures plunging to -25°C or below, summer humidity reaching 80% or higher, and dramatic seasonal swings of over 30°C throughout the year, your floors face relentless environmental stress. Understanding how Ottawa’s four distinct seasons affect different […]
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February 27, 2026
Bright furnished basement with wooden flooring.

Best Flooring Options for Ottawa Basements: Moisture-Resistant Solutions That Work

Ottawa basements face unique challenges that make flooring selection critically important. With our region’s spring snowmelt, heavy rainfall, and naturally humid below-grade conditions, choosing the wrong flooring material can lead to warping, mould growth, and costly replacements. At Continental Flooring, we’ve spent over 17 years helping Ottawa homeowners transform their […]
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February 27, 2026
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Luxury Vinyl Plank vs. Hardwood: Which Is Right for Your Ottawa Home?

Choosing between luxury vinyl plank (LVP) and hardwood flooring is one of the most common decisions Ottawa homeowners face during renovation projects. Both options offer distinct advantages, and the right choice depends on your lifestyle, budget, and long-term goals for your home. With over 17 years of experience helping Ottawa […]
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April 25, 2022
Modern laminate flooring in an Ottawa home showcasing a realistic wood-look finish that is durable, scratch resistant, and ideal for busy households.

6 reasons why Ottawa laminate flooring are amazing for you home

Ottawa laminate flooring is rapidly becoming a prime choice for flooring options. It is attractive, reasonably priced, and is easy to install. It is manufactured by topping a particleboard wood base with a decorative layer that is then covered with a transparent coating to provide good wear and tear over […]
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April 18, 2022
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What’s the difference between solid wood and engineered wood?

Your home’s flooring is a big investment. You want it to look good for a long time, but everyone has a budget to consider. If you are looking at flooring for your Ottawa home, you are probably considering both hardwood and engineered hardwood options. As you do your research, you […]
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April 4, 2022
Sustainable bamboo flooring installed in an Ottawa home featuring warm natural tones and a clean modern finish

Tips on using bamboo flooring in the kitchen

There are a lot of choices when it comes to flooring in your home. Bamboo flooring in Ottawa is one of the most sustainable and eco friendly flooring options around. Many people are making this their pick when they renovate their kitchen, and here are some of the reasons why. Bamboo flooring in the […]
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March 23, 2022
A professionally installed tile floor in an Ottawa home featuring durable, stylish ceramic or porcelain tiles with a clean, modern finish

Is tile flooring a good options for your Ottawa home?

You are looking at the floors in your Ottawa home and wondering if floating ceramic tiles are the way to go. Floating ceramic tiles seem to hold all that is positive about tile floors but eliminate the negatives about installation. Because the tiles are attached to plastic, interlocking trays, they […]
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March 4, 2022
Flooring installer in Ottawa fitting wooden floorboards with professional tools and precise craftsmanship

Making good choices for your flooring renovation

You are in the middle of a renovation project, and it is time to consider the flooring you want. You are working with your Ottawa flooring company but may be getting confused by the different products available. First, consider that flooring is functional and reflects the decor of the room and your […]
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February 18, 2022
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How to choose the right floor for your Ottawa home

When you work with an Ottawa flooring company, you will find how many attractive options there are today for flooring. Each is unique in its benefits and detriments. Choosing between carpeting, tile, hardwood, and laminates can be challenging. Each has its features, colour choices, textures, resistance, etc. There are a […]
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