What Are the Benefits of Engineered Wood Flooring?
Engineered wood flooring displays the real wood material on the top layer but actually consists of plywood underneath, making it a great compromise between solid wood flooring and laminate flooring. There are many benefits that come with choosing engineered flooring. Does this Spark an idea?
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Durability
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Because the bottom layer is not made of real wood, an engineered floor will handle moisture and water much better than a solid wood floor. It will resist warping and splitting much better overall.
Installation
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Most engineered floors comes prefinished, so installation is usually quick and clean. Some of the thicker woods can even be installed as a floating floor type, which makes for a good do-it-yourself project.
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Maintenance
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Engineered wood floors are easy to take care of and are not as sensitive as solid wood floors. A daily sweeping or vacuuming will keep a floor looking great for years.
Composition
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Because engineered flooring is created with an alternating pattern between crosswise and lengthwise grain, the planks will not shrink over time with temperature changes.
Health Considerations
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Being more resistant to dust and various allergens makes engineered flooring better for indoor air quality.
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