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Although they offer the same timeless look and sense of warmth, engineered hardwood and solid hardwood do offer a few key differences when it comes to structural composition, and performance in certain areas around the world and your home. So, how are engineered floors different from solid floors? Composition Engineered hardwood is . . . Read more
Engineered wood flooring is made up of an inner core of hardwood or HDF and a top layer of hardwood veneer that is glued on the surface of the core. These layers are formed in a cross-grain pattern and bonded together under heat and pressure. The top veneer of engineered . . . Read more
Engineered hardwood flooring is made by gluing a real hardwood veneer to a core board made of either plywood or high density fiberboard. Because of this construction method, engineered hardwood is more dimensionally stable than solid hardwood. In other words it will not contract or expand as much due to . . . Read more
In any area where changes in humidity and temperature vary, engineered hardwood will out perform their solid hardwood counterparts. Engineered is relatively more resistant to temperature changes than solid wood. When an installation is below grade, or over or near radiant heating systems and/or any humid area or climate is concerned, . . . Read more
Engineered hardwood flooring stands as a more than viable alternative to solid hardwood flooring particularly when you’re looking to install below grade (in a basement for example), or on concrete. Engineered hardwood floors are made up of a top layer of a real hardwood species and a core, typically consisting . . . Read more
An important decision in the hardwood buying process before you begin is deciding among the types and grades of hardwood to use. As there are many different options available, making the right choice relies on a variety of factors. When trying to decide on details like the grade of hardwood . . . Read more
Before You Get Started Engineered glueless-click wood flooring can be installed directly over most existing floor coverings except carpet. Any wood flooring or subflooring glued to concrete must be removed before installation. Here’s what to know before you start a glueless click installation. Acclimation Products must be acclimated in climate . . . Read more
Not all hardwood flooring is created equal. Learn the differences between how enginerred hardwood and hardwood flooring is made. This will help you make an informed decision about what flooring will best fit your lifestyle. There are three basic types of hardwood flooring: Solid Engineered Acrylic impregnated Each type has . . . Read more