Options in Hardwood Flooring Give Consumers more Choices

Hardwood flooring has always been considered to be an elegant flooring choice. While only those who could afford it once had hardwood flooring, this option has now become more affordable and consequently more widely available in modern times.

When selecting hardwood flooring, consumers will need to determine whether engineered hardwood flooring is the right option for them. Engineered hardwood flooring is a more modern option that is different from unfinished or pre-finished hardwood flooring. This new product has become quite popular among consumers because of its affordability. Engineered hardwood flooring is produced from an advanced form of particle board and contains a veneer of the consumer’s choice on top.

A variety of different veneers are readily available which replicate the look of numerous types of hardwoods. Besides the fact that engineered hardwood flooring is affordable, there is also the benefit that engineered flooring can be applied in moist environments without concern; which is something that is not possible with pre-finished or unfinished hardwood flooring. This type of flooring is not as sensitive to moist conditions because of the plywood backing which prevents it from cupping in moist conditions. Gap will also be minimized during seasonal changes as well. No sanding, staining or sealing is required with factory ready engineered hardwood flooring. It is ready to be installed.

Engineered wood flooring can typically be installed over practically any type of sub-flooring, including terrazzo, concrete, OSB, plywood, marble, vinyl tile and ceramic tile. 

Teak engineered hardwood flooring is becoming a popular option among consumers who like the idea of a teak floor but who are concerned about the cost of solid teak flooring. Other popular types of engineered wood flooring include Brazilian cherry, Oak, Heart Pine, Maple, Walnut, Mahogany and Pecan. Consumers can also choose from a variety of different thicknesses that range from 2mm thick to 4mm thick.

Due to the many benefits of engineered hardwood flooring, many consumers are now opting for it over other forms of hardwood flooring.