When renovating a home, the choice of flooring is one of the most important decisions a homeowner has to make. There are plenty of options when it comes to flooring and hardwood flooring is one of them. It is one of the most beautiful floorings. It is a popular choice among homeowners as it is one of the most durable flooring. There are so many types that you can’t go wrong with the selection. A range of multiple factors determines the functional and aesthetic performance of your flooring. Here we are to help you in selecting from the different types of hardwood flooring.
HOW TO CHOOSE HARDWOOD FLOORING:
The varieties of hardwood flooring are as follow:
- Laminate flooring
- Engineered wood flooring
- Solid wood flooring
Now once you know the types of flooring you need to get details about each so it will be easy for you to select the one that is according to your preferences.
LAMINATE FLOORING:
Laminate flooring mimics the original wooden flooring and provides a cheaper alternative to traditional wooden flooring. In recent years the quality of laminate flooring has increased a lot and it is difficult to differentiate between original wood and laminate flooring. Each plank of this flooring is made up of synthetic layer and photographed of wood on top wear layer. This flooring provides excellent resistance to water. It is covered by a transparent protective layer on top. It is very easy to install and no specific equipment is required for installation.
ENGINEERED HARDWOOD FLOORING:
Engineered wood floors are no longer the typical flooring made from trees. Unlike laminate flooring, real wood is used in layers; only the decorative top layer is printed. Core board is used in the base layer that provides durability and strength to the whole flooring. This flooring is stable when exposed to temperature changes. There are many different types of engineered floors available in market including:
- Multiply engineered wood floor:
It is one the most common types of engineered wood flooring. Extra resistance is provided by multiple layers.
- 3-ply engineered floor:
It is also a popular type of hardwood engineered flooring. It provides excellent thermal and heat resistant properties.
HDF core engineered flooring:
It is a less common type but gaining popularity due to the extreme versatility they provide. It is one of the easiest flooring to install.
SOLID WOOD FLOORING:
Solid wood flooring is made from one single piece of wood that can be obtained from many different species of trees. These floors are extremely durable and strong and can be sand many times to give them a new look. It is considered as ‘’gold standard’’ flooring by many homeowners. It is popular for its authenticity and timelessness. This can be made from oak, maple or hickory as these species provide resistance to water and are hardest. An abundance of texture and colors is offered by this wood so you can bring it to your personal style and preferences.
