Solid hardwood is created from a solid piece of wood, typically 3/4-inch thick, and is permanently nailed to the subfloor. It is available in a variety of sizes, types, and different levels of durability. We offer solid hardwood flooring in both pre-finished and unfinished form. Feel free to choose your own stain and pre-finish if you wish or talk to our expert team to help you decide!
Benefits of Hardwood Flooring
The benefits of hardwood flooring include:
- Ease of cleaning
- Aesthetic warmth and timeless visual appeal
- Durability for heavy foot traffic
- Better acoustics
- Improves air quality, minimizes allergens
Engineered Hardwood
This is a multi-layered flooring material that is best suited to underground rooms, condos, or apartments. The manufacturing process for engineered hardwood requires less energy than other flooring options, making it an environmentally-friendly choice. Although they share many of the same benefits, engineered hardwood floors differ from solid hardwood products in the following ways:
- It doesn’t expand in rooms where moisture levels fluctuate (kitchens and bathrooms)
- Easier installation (floating floors)
- Enhanced stability with buckling and rippling resistance
- Can be applied over concrete in certain situations
- Available in wider boards
Where to install hardwood floors
Hardwood and engineered hardwood floors can be installed in:
- Kitchen
- Bedroom
- Living Room
- Family Room
- Basement
- Basement Suites
If you’re unsure of which flooring is best suited for your home and family’s lifestyle, give us a call.