Local Hardwood Floor Store & Installer
Your local hardwood store in Middletown, with solid and engineered floors from mills we trust and installers we have relied on for decades. Tell us how you live and we will help you find the right floor.
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Not sure where to begin? Pick what sounds like you. We will take it from there.
How It Works
Call, or visit the Middletown showroom and see and feel the samples in person. No appointment needed.
We come to you, measure, and give you a clear, itemized price. No surprises and no commitment.
Craftsmen we have trusted for decades, who prep the subfloor and handle the details so the floor lasts.
Our team · family-owned in MiddletownWhat Local Homeowners Say
★★★★★“I now have tile, hardwood flooring and kitchen flooring that is gorgeous! They could not have been easier and nicer to work with. What a gem of a store and well worth the trip.”
Cheryl Smith, Google
★★★★★“Excellent customer service! Installation was quick and done to perfection. Would not hesitate to use Island Carpet and Tile again.”
Claire E, Google
Hardwood Brands We Carry
From clean modern looks to rich character grades, we help you find the right floor for your home and your budget.
Ken is a fan of Canadian hardwood mills like Lauzon for their milling quality, which is often a step above. Ask us about it in the showroom.
Ready for New Hardwood?
Tell us about your rooms and we will help you find the right hardwood, with no pressure and no commitment.
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Hardwood Questions From Local Homeowners
Yes. We install hardwood throughout Aquidneck Island and the surrounding area, including Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth, Jamestown, Tiverton, Little Compton, Bristol, Barrington, and Warren, with our own trusted crews. Our showroom is at 695 West Main Road in Middletown.
It depends on the species, solid versus engineered, subfloor prep, and the size of the space, so any number online is a guess. We give you a clear, itemized price after a free in-home measure, with no surprises before you decide.
Yes. Every in-home measure and quote is free, with no commitment. Call 401-214-0285 and we will set it up.
For a lot of homes, engineered wood is the more practical choice. It handles humidity swings with less movement and works in more places, including over concrete and basements. Solid hardwood is still great in the right room. Tell us about your space and we will steer you correctly.
Provenza, Mannington, Lauzon, Canopy, Panaget, Fabrica, Hallmark, and Jasmine, among others. Ken particularly likes Canadian mills such as Lauzon for their milling quality.
Dry, heated winter air pulls moisture out of the wood, which can cause seasonal gaps or cracking. Keeping indoor humidity around 30 to 50 percent and temperature around 60 to 80 degrees goes a long way. Some seasonal movement is normal and expected with real wood.
Not with the right prep. A floating hardwood floor needs a quality underlayment, and a proper subfloor and installation prevent the crunchy, hollow sound. This is exactly the kind of detail an experienced installer gets right.
Yes, with a little care. Wipe up spills promptly, use rugs or runners in high-traffic spots, and mind standing water. If water is a real concern, engineered wood or luxury vinyl plank may be a better fit, and we carry those too.
Less is more. Skip wet mops, vinegar, and soapy cleaners, which use too much water. Use a microfiber pad and the manufacturer's recommended cleaner. Swiffer WetJet Wood is NWFA-approved for a reason.
Yes. All wood shifts color with light and age, and that is normal. Staining helps, but plan for some change. Moving rugs occasionally helps avoid uneven fading.
Often, yes. Today's pre-finished hardwoods match traditional oak strip floors far more elegantly than they used to. Bring photos or a sample to the showroom and we will advise you honestly.
Sometimes, but be careful. Electric heat mats used under floating floors can void warranties and warp planks. Tell us your setup and we will point you to a safe option.
695 West Main Road, Middletown, RI. Open Monday to Friday 10 to 6, and Saturday 10 to 3. Stop in anytime, no appointment needed.
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