If you want to replace the flooring in your Chester County home, you might be feeling confused and overwhelmed by all the options. For houses in Pennsylvania, engineered wood flooring is often the best choice. Barbati Hardwood Flooring is a leader in engineered hardwood floor installation.
What You Need to Know about Solid vs. Engineered Hardwood Flooring
Many homeowners aren’t well versed in the many types of wood flooring available. Most people are familiar with solid hardwood, which is just what it sounds like – planks made from a single piece of wood. Solid hardwood flooring can be sanded and refinished multiple times and can last a century or more.
Engineered wood flooring goes through a complex manufacturing process. It has a plywood core that’s made by stacking several sheets of wood and a wear layer glued on top. Engineered hardwood flooring has a durable surface and looks just like solid hardwood.
The way engineered hardwood flooring is made affects how long it lasts. Since engineered flooring isn’t made with solid wood, it can’t be refinished as many times as solid hardwood flooring can. As a result, engineered wood flooring has a shorter lifespan than solid hardwood.
When to Choose Engineered Hardwood Floor Installation
When it comes to moisture resistance, engineered wood flooring has a clear advantage compared to solid wood. Water and humidity can make solid hardwood flooring warp and buckle. The core in engineered wood flooring helps it resist moisture damage.
That makes engineered hardwood flooring an excellent choice for a room that’s frequently exposed to moisture, such as a kitchen or bathroom. It’s also preferable for a basement and for any area that’s built on top of a concrete slab.
Why Homeowners in Chester County Choose Engineered Hardwood
Pennsylvania often experiences rainy and humid weather that can damage solid wood flooring. Homeowners across Chester County prefer engineered hardwood because it can handle Pennsylvania’s changing weather conditions. If it gets scratched, dented, or discolored, engineered wood flooring can be refinished and restored to its original beauty.
Barbati Offers Professional Engineered Hardwood Flooring Installation
Engineered wood flooring can be installed in several ways, depending on whether the room has a subfloor and, if so, what material it’s made of. We can figure out what kind of flooring will work best in a specific situation. Our team can install:
- Nail-down flooring
- Staple flooring
- Glue-down flooring
- Floating flooring
Get an Estimate for Engineered Hardwood Flooring Installation
You might be unsure about what kind of wood flooring is right for your home or concerned about the cost of installation. A member of our team can visit your house, discuss your options, take measurements, and give you a detailed estimate for materials and labor. Call us today at (484)354-8869 to get a free in-home estimate near West Chester.