Mirage Floors
Consumers displays & sells Mirage’s full line of hardwood flooring
Mirage Hardwood Floors — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mirage hardwood flooring available at Consumers Supply in Chicago
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Where can I see and buy Mirage hardwood flooring in Chicago?
Consumers Supply Company at 1110 W. Lake St. in Chicago has a full Mirage Floors display on the showroom floor. Homeowners, designers, and contractors are welcome to walk in and browse the collection in person — no appointment required. Mirage products are ordered to your specifications with quick availability. Call (312) 666-6080 to discuss your project before stopping in.
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What is Mirage Floors?
Mirage is a Canadian hardwood flooring manufacturer founded in 1987 and based in Saint-Georges, Quebec. The brand is widely regarded as one of the finest hardwood flooring manufacturers in North America, known for precision milling, a broad selection of wood species and finishes, and consistent quality across its product lines. Mirage floors are made from North American hardwoods and engineered hardwoods and are distributed through specialty dealers. The brand is a frequent choice among interior designers and discerning homeowners who want real wood flooring with a distinctive look and long service life.
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What types of Mirage flooring are available?
Mirage produces solid hardwood flooring and engineered hardwood flooring in a wide range of species, widths, and finishes. Species include maple, red oak, white oak, hickory, walnut, and ash, among others. Planks are available in standard and wide-plank widths, and finishes range from natural and light to rich, dark stains. Surface textures include smooth, hand-scraped, wire-brushed, and lightly distressed options. Mirage also offers floors with matte, satin, and semi-gloss sheen levels to suit different aesthetic preferences. The full display at Consumers Supply allows you to see the actual floor samples in person before selecting.
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What is the difference between Mirage solid hardwood and engineered hardwood?
Mirage solid hardwood is milled from a single piece of wood throughout its thickness — it can be sanded and refinished multiple times over its life, making it exceptionally long-lasting. Solid hardwood is best suited to above-grade installations and performs best in environments with stable humidity. Mirage engineered hardwood has a real hardwood veneer on top bonded to a multi-layer plywood core, which makes it more dimensionally stable in environments with humidity fluctuation and suitable for installation over concrete subfloors or radiant heat systems. For Chicago homes with basement installations or radiant heat, engineered hardwood is typically the right choice. For above-grade rooms with controlled humidity, solid hardwood is an outstanding long-term investment.
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Is Mirage a good hardwood flooring brand?
Mirage is consistently ranked among the top hardwood flooring brands in North America. The brand is known for precision milling with tight tolerances that result in clean, even installations, a durable finish that holds up well under daily use, and a broad selection that gives designers and homeowners genuine choice in wood species, stain, width, and texture. Mirage floors are a step above what is typically available at home improvement stores and are a preferred choice among flooring contractors and interior designers working on high-quality residential renovations throughout Chicago.
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Can I see Mirage flooring samples in person at Consumers Supply?
Yes. Consumers Supply has a full Mirage Floors display at the store at 1110 W. Lake St. in Chicago. Seeing hardwood flooring in person is essential — the color, grain character, sheen, and texture of a wood floor read very differently in a showroom compared to a small chip or a screen image. You can browse the full display at your own pace and compare species and finishes side by side. No appointment is needed — stop by or call (312) 666-6080 ahead of your visit.
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Is Mirage flooring stocked at Consumers Supply or is it ordered?
Mirage flooring at Consumers Supply is ordered to your specifications rather than kept in bulk stock — this is standard for premium hardwood flooring, which is sold by the square foot to match the exact requirements of each project. Mirage offers quick availability on its active lines, so turnaround from order to delivery is typically fast. The team at Consumers Supply can give you an accurate lead time when you select your floor. Call (312) 666-6080 to discuss your project and timeline.
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What wood species does Mirage offer?
Mirage offers a broad range of North American hardwood species including hard maple, red oak, white oak, hickory, walnut, ash, and cherry, as well as select exotic species in some collections. Each species has its own natural character — white oak has become particularly popular in contemporary interiors for its clean, consistent grain and its versatility across light and dark stain colors. Hickory offers dramatic natural variation and a rustic feel, while maple provides a tight, even grain ideal for lighter, Scandinavian-influenced interiors. The display at Consumers Supply lets you compare species side by side in actual floor samples.
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Can Mirage hardwood flooring be installed over radiant heat?
Mirage engineered hardwood is compatible with radiant heat systems, making it a practical choice for Chicago homes that use in-floor heating. Solid hardwood is generally not recommended over radiant heat due to the expansion and contraction caused by temperature cycling. If your project involves radiant heat, engineered hardwood is the appropriate Mirage product to specify. Confirm compatibility with your flooring installer and the specific Mirage product you select — call Consumers Supply at (312) 666-6080 to discuss which products are approved for radiant heat installation.
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Does Consumers Supply sell Mirage flooring directly to homeowners?
Yes. Consumers Supply is open to the public — homeowners can walk in, browse the full Mirage Floors display, select their flooring, and place an order directly, no designer or contractor required. Many homeowners purchase the flooring themselves and supply it to their flooring installer, which gives them full control over the product selection and often helps manage overall project cost. Stop by at 1110 W. Lake St. in Chicago or call (312) 666-6080 to get started.
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How do I calculate how much Mirage flooring I need?
Measure the square footage of each room to be floored — length times width — and add the totals together. It’s standard practice to add 10% to the total for waste, cuts, and future repairs. For rooms with more complex layouts, multiple angles, or diagonal installations, a 12–15% overage is advisable. Bring your measurements when you visit Consumers Supply and the team can help confirm the quantity needed. Call (312) 666-6080 with your measurements and we can assist before your visit.