Add Richness and Warmth to Your Home!
Hardwood flooring is available in both solid and engineered wood, adding natural beauty and timeless style to any decor. Whether your home is traditional or contemporary, brand new or centuries old, hardwood floors offer limitless design possibilities with their vast selection of wood species, stain options and finishes, making it easy to fit your home's needs and personal style all while adding value to your home.
3 reasons to choose engineered wood flooring over solid hardwood:
- You have a very active household.
- You are concerned about moisture.
- You want environmentally friendly flooring.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT:
Durability
Engineered flooring is constructed by joining layers of high-density fiberboard sandwiched between a solid wood top layer and a hardwood backing, giving it a uniform thickness and the advantage over hardwood when it comes to overall toughness.
Moisture Resistance
Because of its unique construction, engineered wood floors create a solid structure that does not respond to fluctuations in temperature or humidity, making them ideal for basements, bathrooms, and kitchens.
Maintenance
Many people prefer the aged look of a hardwood floor, though over time the surface becomes dull, scratched, and water stained. Solid wood floors can be sanded and refinished multiple times, while engineered flooring may only need it once or twice in its lifetime.
Environmentally Friendly
Solid hardwood floors are milled out of a thick piece of lumber, putting a burden on our natural resources. Due to its layered construction, engineered flooring takes only ¼ the timber required to make the same number of floorboards.
Cost
If you’re on a budget, when it comes to installation, labor, and materials costs, again, engineered wood flooring will keep more money in your wallet.
Clean up
Use an angled broom or a microfiber mop head to collect pet hair and dust. Clean solid hardwood floors with hardwood-specific products. Use a mop occasionally for a deep clean, but avoid excessive moisture to ensure your solid hardwood doesn’t warp.
Best Flooring for Adding Value
The housing market doesn’t distinguish between engineered wood floors and solid hardwood. So when it comes to choosing the best flooring material to help increase the resale value of your home, engineered hardwood will give you more bang for your buck.
Best Flooring for Home Makeover
Engineered wood floors are the winner here. From basements to lofts, engineered wood floors maintain their beauty regardless of the temperature or moisture level. You’ll be able to create a consistent look and feel throughout your home whether you choose the same color throughout, or mix and match for unique living spaces.
Engineered Wood vs Solid Hardwood
Solid hardwood and engineered hardwood are both natural, quality flooring options. Both will add value and timeless beauty to your home. However, when it comes to versatility, flexibility, and durability, engineered wood floors have several advantages. Which flooring is right for you will depend on the environment in your home.
