Engineered wood floors are built similarly to laminate flooring, with the exception that the top attractive layer is a thick veneer of actual wood that is covered in a clear acrylic coating for protection. Engineered wood has the same traditional, timeless appearance as traditional hardwood and is just as durable thanks to its natural top layer.
Engineered floors will cost more based on the thickness, style, species, and brand of the top wood veneer. If cost is a deciding factor, engineered hardwood flooring will typically cost more, however this isn't always the case.
Additionally, engineered hardwood is more water resistant than conventional hardwood. It is unlike laminate flooring in that it won't expand or contract in moist environments, making it perfect for installation in below-grade spaces where hardwoods cannot be used.
The top layer of engineered hardwood is constructed from actual wood. The flooring is made of many of the same species that are used to make traditional hardwoods, such as pine and maple. Additionally, a variety of colors and designs are offered in engineered hardwoods. Engineered hardwood can only be refinished once or twice before the hardwood layer on the surface is depleted.
While some engineered wood flooring can be laid using the same nail-down techniques as solid hardwood, other varieties include "click-lock" edges that enable "floating floor" installation. Additionally, engineered wood flooring can be attached to a concrete subfloor. Engineered wood flooring is typically easier to install for do-it-yourselfers.
The Advantages of Selecting Engineered hardwood
· The improvement in stability is preferable for older homes because they are more susceptible to greater variations in temperature and humidity.
· Because of its popularity, there are many more options for engineered flooring.
· Because of their increased solidity, these floors frequently work with click installation.
· Additionally, large installations are made possible by the increased stability.
Engineered hardwood flooring normally lasts 20 to 30 years if you maintained properly.
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