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Hardwood Flooring

Hardwood floors bring a sense of warmth and beauty to the work place. They are natural, safe for the environment, easy to care for, durable and add value to your space. Depending on the species of the tree, where it grew, rate of growth, and part of the tree used; your hardwood floor will have a unique appearance. Grain and color variations are also a natural characteristic of hardwood flooring contributing to a formal, classic or rustic appearance.

Solid wood is a single piece that is milled from lumber. It is available in a variety of widths and a number of thicknesses. Engineered wood is actual wood, but instead of one solid piece, it consists of three to ten thin layers of wood. These layers, called plies, are assembled and glued in a cross-ply construction.

Pros

 

Considerations

  • Appearance improves with age
  • Long lasting and durable
  • Great investment – although hardwood can initially cost more than some other flooring options, it’s an investment that pays off, increasing the value of your space
  • It can be recoated which can refresh the floor to its original look
  • Easy care and maintenance
  • Soft to stand on
  • Many wood types and colors to choose from
 
  • Susceptible to scratching from traffic
  • Limited below grade installation
  • Susceptible to water damage
  • A new hardwood floor may be a different height than the floor it adjoins
  • Moisture and extreme temperature changes can cause solid wood to shrink and expand, potentially causing gaps between boards

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