Solid and engineered flooring: One will serve you better

When you're ready to buy hardwood flooring, we know you'll have questions. And the difference between solid and engineered wood is an essential part of what you need to know.

These woods are similar, yet different, with many benefits that will serve you well. In addition, both last a long time, so it's a worthy investment in any home.

Solid hardwood flooring

Solid hardwood is one of the most sought-after wood floors on the market, and many homeowners enjoy that they have a lifespan that can exceed 100 years.

But you'll also appreciate the ability to customize the look of your floors. Choose your favorite stain colors, surface textures, and formats for a look that's all your own.

You'll enjoy the durability as well, especially in areas that see a lot of traffic. And you can use a few runners and rugs to protect the surface of your hardwood flooring even more.

Engineered hardwood flooring

Engineered hardwood is also very durable, with a lifespan of about 30 years. However, unlike solid wood, this product has layers.

The bottom layers are plywood, laid perpendicular to one another. But the top layer is natural wood and available in varying thicknesses.

Like solid wood, you can customize the look of your floors in many ways. And it's the only hardwood product recommended for below-grade installation.

To find out more about the differences between these hardwood flooring products, be sure to visit us. You can speak with an associate who will tell you much more about these materials when you arrive.

Visit us for your wood floors

Flooring Factory is here for you when you need hardwood flooring in Goose Creek, SC. We look forward to matching your needs to the products that best meet them.

Upgrade your home to hardwood flooring by stopping by our Goose Creek, SC showroom. We serve Goose Creek, Charleston, Summerville, Mount Pleasant, and Daniel Island, SC.