It's not as simple as just picking out a species, but you also have to think about installation techniques, types of
hardwood floors, thickness, and refinishing. The wonderful thing about wood floors is that they last for decades with proper care, and they don’t require much maintenance. Williams Floorcovering & Interiors has put together the following is a guide on choosing the right hardwood flooring for you.
Solid is one slab throughout the thickness. It is beautiful, versatile, and timeless. Wood can also be damaged by excess water, so be mindful to wipe spills immediately. It will also shrink and expand to adjust to the weather, but that is eliminated through an easy process called acclimation.
Engineered hardwood flooring is a layered product that appeals to those who want both beauty and practicality. On top is a slice of genuine wood, giving all the undertones, knots, raised grains, and swirls wood flooring is so famous for. Underneath are several layers of genuine wood with a little resin, placed crosswise. That gives the floor stability and a better ability to be used in a potentially moisture prone environment like a basement.
Bamboo technically isn't hardwood it is a woody grass that is as strong as a hardwood. It looks, feels, and has the same benefits as wood while appeals to the environmentally conscious as it is renewable and natural. It takes a tree 20 or more years to mature, while bamboo can be harvested in 6-7.