When selecting hardwood floors, there’s much to take into consideration. What style, color, dark or light, etc. But before you decide on all the little details, there’s one big decision before you get going. And that’s if you want engineered hardwood floors.
Engineered wood is real wood flooring, but with built-in layers that are bonded together. The top layer shows all the natural beauty of the hardwood while the underneath layers create a board with greater strength and stability.
So why would you want engineered hardwood floors?
Well, if you live in an area that has high humidity or constant change in the temperature, then you are going to need a hardwood floor with some stability. Thanks to the great stability and flexibility, engineered wood floors can be used in almost all rooms.
Yes, hardwood floors aren’t typically found in basements or bathrooms due to standing water and moisture, but thanks to the underlying layers, you can now install engineered wood floors in these areas without concern of warping or gapping.
Of course, just because these layers are built to be flexible doesn’t mean you want to allow moisture and water to rest on your floors. Keep in mind, the top layer is still made of wood, so be sure to wipe up any spills immediately.
Engineered floors also come in a wide array of styles, colors, textures and more. So if you’ve got a room that you badly want some hardwood, but worry about moisture and water, then perhaps engineered hardwood floors could be a great option. Feel free to give us a call and we will let you know if engineered hardwood floors are a good option for you.
