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Does installing solid hardwood cost more than installing engineered?

I had planned on installing solid hardwood floors in my house and now I found an engineered hardwood floor that I would like to put in instead. Will this cut my installation costs at all and by how much?? Thanks :)

Answer:

No. Typically, engineered install costs just as much as solid. It requires the same tools and the same amount of time to install.
It depends on the type of engineered you're interested in. Some engineered floors can be floated, and others offer a glue-down option. This can mean that you can do the install yourself without having to worry about hiring a professional, or worrying about nail-guns or other equipment you're not used to. And some engineered flooring is available at a more reasonable price, just because the real wood dimension is a veneer. You're the best judge of what any of this can mean to your budget. But in general, I'd ,make sure to ask your seller about what the installation options are for the type of engineered floor you're interested in. Good luck with your installation!

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