Nothing adds instant elegance to a room more than hardwood floors. From rich, chocolate-hued solid oaks planks, to rustic and timeless walnut, there isn’t a species of wood that can’t convey the look you want for your home. When properly installed and maintained, these floors can last decades. If you are thinking about giving your home a hardwood-floor makeover, then it’s important to know what is involved and the difference between engineered and solid planks.
Engineered hard wood floors are made of wood-veneer glued to a core of plywood or several layers of wood. While many engineered floors can be sanded numerous times, like solid hardwood floor, they are more resistant to humidity damage and are usually an excellent choice for almost any room in your home, including below-grade basements. Whatever route you choose, solid or engineered, our professional team has years of installing both in a variety of rooms, including stairs.
Solid Hardwood Floor vs Engineered Wood Floor
Solid hardwood flooring is made entirely of wood and usually comes in 5/8 to 3/4-inch-thick planks. Because it is solid, it can be sanded and refinished many times. However, if you have rooms susceptible to moisture or humidity, such as a basement or bathroom, your flooring may get water damaged or warp. Still, the durability and look of a solid hardwood floor is worth the cost for many homeowners.Engineered hard wood floors are made of wood-veneer glued to a core of plywood or several layers of wood. While many engineered floors can be sanded numerous times, like solid hardwood floor, they are more resistant to humidity damage and are usually an excellent choice for almost any room in your home, including below-grade basements. Whatever route you choose, solid or engineered, our professional team has years of installing both in a variety of rooms, including stairs.
