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What is pre-finished wood?
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This is flooring that has been finished with
polyurethane in a special factory. This flooring
can be installed and walked on the very same day!
Prefinished flooring is offered in a wide variety
of board widths, wood species and stain colors.
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| What is engineered wood flooring? |
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Boards consist of a layer of wood veneer or ‘wear surface’
over several layers of plywood. Engineered wood can be
glued or stapled down and is suitable to install above
or below grade.
Prefinished flooring is offered in a wide variety of
board widths, wood species and stain colors.
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| What is Plank flooring? |
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These are flooring boards with a width of 3" or wider.
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| Can I put hardwood flooring in my basement? |
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Yes, Engineered hardwood floors are an excellent for
installation below grade. Many manufacturers like Mirage
and BR111 make quality products that can be glued directly
to a concrete slab.
These products can be maintained just like solid wood
flooring and can even be sanded and refinished.
Engineered flooring is available in as many styles and
price ranges as traditional hardwood flooring. Is there
any wood flooring that does not need to be glued or
stapled down? Yes, We do offer some engineered flooring
products that can be “floated” over an existing surface.
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