Engineered Flooring

A High-Value Affordable Option for Homeowners

For spaces that are high-traffic or may involve some moisture, engineered hardwood floors are a great, economical solution. It's composed of multiple plywood layers bound together. Then a thin veneer of real hardwood (usually 1/8 inch) is glued on top. So the grain and color options are similar to hardwood flooring, with many species and stain options. They can be unfinished, or pre-finished with stain color and finish coat factory applied.

TOP BENEFITS:

  • The main advantage of engineered hardwood is its durability and stability, even when exposed to moderate moisture.
  • Engineered wood is less prone to warping or bending.
  • Both unfinished and pre-finished engineered are best used in lower levels, bathrooms or kitchens and areas where moisture or humidity might be present.

Engineered Flooring

A Beautiful, Affordable Option for Home Spaces

For spaces that are high-traffic or may involve some moisture, engineered hardwood floors are a great, economical solution. It's composed of multiple plywood layers bound together. Then a thin veneer of real hardwood (usually 1/8 inch) is glued on top. So the grain and color options are similar to hardwood flooring, with many species and stain options. They can be unfinished, or pre-finished with stain color and finish coat factory applied.

TOP BENEFITS:

  • The main advantage of engineered hardwood is its durability and stability, even when exposed to moderate moisture.
  • Engineered wood is less prone to warping or bending.
  • Both unfinished and pre-finished engineered are best used in lower levels, bathrooms or kitchens and areas where moisture or humidity might be present.

F E A T U R E S

Engineered Flooring: The Basics

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Pre-Finished Engineered

This flooring is installed already having a durable stain and finish, applied at the factory. One main benefit is that you'll know exactly what color and finish your floors will have before installation. Also, no fumes, and a shorter install time with less mess.

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Unfinished Engineered

This flooring has a bare hardwood veneer that has to be stained and finished similar to natural hardwood floors. This works great if you want to choose the stain color. Also unfinished engineered doesn't have beveled edges between boards like pre-finished.

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Less Expensive Option

Engineered flooring is a good, less expensive option for home or business, costing around half that of solid hardwood. But keep in mind, solid hardwoods last much longer and can be refinished many times. While some engineered flooring can be refinished once or twice, most cannot.

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Installation & Subflooring

Engineered flooring typically requires a plywood or OSB subfloor in order to staple or nail onto. If the subfloor is concrete or other type, glue is used to secure the boards to the subfloor. Some engineered flooring is designed for free floating installation using interlocking joints. No nailing or gluing is needed.

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Pre-Finished Engineered

This flooring is installed already having a durable stain and finish, applied at the factory. One main benefit is that you'll know exactly what color and finish your floors will have before installation. Also, no fumes, and a shorter install time with less mess.

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Unfinished Engineered

This flooring has a bare hardwood veneer that has to be stained and finished similar to natural hardwood floors. This works great if you want to choose the stain color. Also unfinished engineered doesn't have beveled edges between boards like pre-finished.

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Less Expensive Option

Engineered flooring is a good, less expensive option for home or business, costing around half that of solid hardwood. But keep in mind, solid hardwoods last much longer and can be refinished many times. While some engineered flooring can be refinished once or twice, most cannot.

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Installation & Subflooring

Engineered flooring typically requires a plywood or OSB subfloor in order to staple or nail onto. If the subfloor is concrete or other type, glue is used to secure the boards to the subfloor. Some engineered flooring is designed for free floating installation using interlocking joints. No nailing or gluing is needed.

Luxury Vinyl Flooring

Versatile & Water-Resistant, LVP Looks Great Too

With the ability to mimic a wide range of natural materials, from hardwood flooring, to tile and stonework, luxury vinyl plank (LVP) and luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring deliver the look of more expensive flooring materials at a budget-friendly price, especially in spaces that require wear and water-resistant capabilities. Luxury vinyl flooring is durable and attractive in the right space.

TOP BENEFITS:

  • Luxury vinyl planks and tiles have cork, foam or felt backing. These layers absorb impact and keep a warmer temperature to touch.
  • Luxury vinyl is quite sound-absorbing, reducing echo from walking.
  • Scuff, dent and scratch-resistant, luxury vinyl can handle heavy traffic and can be a good choice for busy households, with pets, or for businesses.
  • Wide range of styles, it can mimic wood, stone, marble, concrete and ceramic/porcelain.

Luxury Vinyl Flooring

A Versatile, Affordable, Water-Resistant Option

With the ability to mimic a wide range of natural materials, from hardwood flooring, to tile and stonework, luxury vinyl plank (LVP) and luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring deliver the look of more expensive flooring materials at a budget-friendly price, especially in spaces that require wear and water-resistant capabilities. Luxury vinyl flooring is durable and attractive in the right space.

TOP BENEFITS:

  • Luxury vinyl planks and tiles have cork, foam or felt backing. These layers absorb impact and keep a warmer temperature to touch.
  • Luxury vinyl is quite sound-absorbing, reducing echo from walking.
  • Scuff, dent and scratch-resistant, luxury vinyl can handle heavy traffic and can be a good choice for busy households, with pets, or for businesses.
  • Wide range of styles, it can mimic wood, stone, marble, concrete and ceramic/porcelain.

F E A T U R E S

Luxury Vinyl Flooring: The Basics

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What Is Luxury Vinyl?

Not to be confused with much thinner "sheet" vinyl, it's made of a thick polyvinyl chloride (vinyl) base with a realistic wood or stone image on top covered by a clear wear layer. Because it's plastic, it is very water-resistant and won't warp when exposed to moisture; it's durable, high-wearing and can be cleaned with a damp mop.

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Versatile & Wide Selection

Luxury vinyl flooring is manufactured in a wide range of styles that mimic everything from hardwood floors, ceramic tiles, marble and stonework. It has realistic surface features and texturing to complete the look. It's a very versatile option for the right space.

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Other Considerations

Vinyl floors are inexpensive and look great, and are a perfect solution for certain spaces. But keep in mind that they cannot be refinished, don't have nearly as long of life as hardwoods, and, being plastic and glued down, may emit odors.

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Installation & Subflooring

Luxury vinyl plank flooring is either the snap-together, free-floating type, or each plank or tile needs to be glued together and then glued to the subfloor. Luxury vinyl is also versatile in that it can be installed on concrete or other types of subflooring besides plywood.

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What Is Luxury Vinyl?

Not to be confused with much thinner "sheet" vinyl, it's made of a thick polyvinyl chloride (vinyl) base with a realistic wood or stone image on top covered by a clear wear layer. Because it's plastic, it is very water-resistant and won't warp when exposed to moisture; it's durable, high-wearing and can be cleaned with a damp mop.

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Versatile & Wide Selection

Luxury vinyl flooring is manufactured in a wide range of styles that mimic everything from hardwood floors, ceramic tiles, marble and stonework. It has realistic surface features and texturing to complete the look. It's a very versatile option for the right space.

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Other Considerations

Vinyl floors are inexpensive and look great, and are a perfect solution for certain spaces. But keep in mind that they cannot be refinished, don't have nearly as long of life as hardwoods, and, being plastic and glued down, may emit odors.

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Installation & Subflooring

Luxury vinyl plank flooring is either the snap-together, free-floating type, or each plank or tile needs to be glued together and then glued to the subfloor. Luxury vinyl is also versatile in that it can be installed on concrete or other types of subflooring besides plywood.

Our Process Makes Getting New Engineered or Vinyl Flooring Easy

1. In-Home Estimate

Schedule an in-home estimate by our team members. We'll visit, discuss flooring options and your goals, and take measurements.

2. Approve Estimate

We'll prepare an estimate and installation timeframe for you to review and approve. A 50 percent deposit is due upfront. 

3. Prepping Room(s) for Work

Before installation, spaces getting new floors need to be cleared of furniture, drapery, items on walls, etc. We'll order a demolition bin (if needed), and place protective coverings around the space.   

4. Removing Old Floors & Installing Hardwoods

This is the most disruptive part. Please expect some noise and traffic in your home as remove old flooring, prep the floor, and install the engineered or vinyl flooring. This is the most lengthy process, lasting between 1 and 2 weeks.

5. For Pre-Finished Engineered or Vinyl Floors: Done!

If you are having pre-finished engineered hardwood floors, or luxury vinyl flooring installed, the process is complete.

6. For Unfinished Engineered Floors: Staining & Finish Coat

After installing the unfinished engineered hardwood flooring, we apply the stain and top sealant coat that you selected. It then requires 48 hours to cure.

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