Engineered Floor vs Solid Hardwood
Engineered products, available in Planks and Strips are manufactured of hardwood using a cross-directional laminated construction (3 to 5 layers), with a top layer of premium hardwood. This construction counteracts the natural tendency of wood to expand and contract with seasonal changes in temperature and humidity, making engineered products inherently dimensionally stable. Solid products, available in Planks, Strips or Parquet, are manufactured from a solid piece of wood.
In general, engineered products can be installed in any room in the home, whether on-grade, below-grade or above-grade. Engineered products, can be glued down, stapled down or floated over the subfloor without the use of nails or adhesives, making it ideal for remodeling. Solid products are not recommended for below grade installations and must be nailed down or glued down.
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