Flooring
The Best of Both Worlds: What is Engineered Hardwood Flooring?
If you are shopping for new hardwood floors in Canada, you’ve likely encountered the term “Engineered Hardwood.” At Giant Commercial Flooring, it is one of our most requested products, yet many homeowners are still unsure how it differs from traditional solid wood. Is it “fake” wood? Is it better than solid? Why is it so…
Read MoreTwelve Oaks Brand Review: A Canadian Heritage of Quality and Innovation
When we select a brand to feature at GC Flooring, it must align perfectly with our core mission: to provide superior quality floor coverings that add lasting value to Canadian family homes and businesses. For over 30 years, since opening our doors in Ottawa in 1995, we have committed to only selling products we can…
Read MoreWhy the Right Locking System Matters: A Deep Dive into Mohawk’s Uniclic® Technology
When you decide to invest in new flooring for your space, you are making a major decision. At Giant Commercial Flooring (GC Flooring), we know that installing a new floor is one of the most significant home improvement investments you will ever undertake. That is why it has to be done right the first time.…
Read MoreChoosing the Right Profile: Understanding Hardwood Floor Thickness
When you are browsing the aisles of our Ottawa showroom or scrolling through our online store, you’ll notice that hardwood comes in a variety of thicknesses. It’s easy to get caught up in the species of wood or the stain color, but at Giant Commercial Flooring, we know that the thickness of your plank is…
Read More2026 Flooring Color Trends in Quebec, Canada
Quebec has always maintained a strong, sophisticated design identity, influenced by its European heritage. For years, this translated into cool, crisp grey floors that complemented a minimalist urban aesthetic. However, as we look ahead to 2026, the colour trend is decidedly evolving: homeowners are seeking deeper, richer, and warmer tones that retain elegance while introducing…
Read MoreUnderstanding LVP Wear Layers and Why They Matter
When you are shopping for Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) at Giant Commercial Flooring, you’ll hear our experts mention “mil” thickness and “wear layers” quite a bit. To the naked eye, two planks might look identical—featuring the same beautiful oak grain or slate texture—but their performance over the next twenty years depends entirely on something you…
Read MoreHow to Create a Beautiful Kitchen with Mixed Wood Tones
There was a time in interior design when the “matchy-matchy” look was the golden rule. If your kitchen cabinets were Honey Oak, your floors and trim had to be Honey Oak, too. At Giant Commercial Flooring, we are happy to report that those days are long gone. In modern Canadian homes—from the coastal escapes of…
Read MoreHow to Properly Clean & Maintain Your Hardwood Floors this Spring
As the snow melts and the sun begins to peek through our windows in Ottawa and across the 10 provinces, that familiar “spring cleaning” itch starts to kick in. At Giant Commercial Flooring, we know that after a long Canadian winter of tracking in salt, slush, and grit, your hardwood floors are likely crying out…
Read MoreHow to Fix Gaps in Laminate Flooring & Extend the Life of Your Floors
Laminate flooring is a fantastic, high-value choice, known for its scratch resistance, affordability, and realistic wood or stone visuals. However, one of the most common issues homeowners face is the formation of unsightly gaps between planks. While small gaps can be an aesthetic nuisance, large or numerous gaps signal an underlying issue that compromises the…
Read MoreThe Relentless Pioneer: A Deep Dive into Mercier Wood Flooring
At Giant Commercial Flooring, we don’t just sell products; we curate a selection of floors that we are proud to stand behind. When it comes to hardwood, few names carry as much weight and prestige as Mercier Wood Flooring. Based right here in Quebec, Mercier is widely recognized as the original pioneer of prefinished wood…
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