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The pros and cons of hardwood flooring:
Have your heart set on natural wood surfacing? Dreaming of how it can enhance your home? Here are some things to consider:
Solid hardwood
Pros:
- Can be sanded down several times during its lifetime to remove scratches and stains;
- Easy daily maintenance with sweeper or vacuum
- Available in many colors, textures, and appearances to suit your preferences and design décor.
Cons:
- Can be more pricey than other floor coverings
- Not suggested for high moisture areas (i.e. bathrooms, kitchens, mudrooms)
- Spills need prompt clean up to prevent water damage
- Wet-mopping not possible
- Over time, can buckle and warp due to moisture/water exposure, contraction, and expansion.
Engineered hardwood
Pros:
- Looks identical to hardwood at a lower cost (made by gluing together several wood layers with the topmost layer being hardwood);
- Because of layering process, has more stability to handle potential gaps, buckling and cupping from expansion and contraction;
- Sanding may be an option but depends on the thickness of the top layer;
- Easy daily maintenance with sweeper or vacuum;
- Available in many colors, textures, and appearances to suit your preferences and design décor.
Cons:
- Not suggested for high moisture areas (i.e. bathrooms, kitchens, mudrooms)