whats the different between this two type of wood for flooring??i don't really understand ... as i know hardwood was cut from timber and engineered wood was like few wood plank stack together...is that correct??which one better for flooring?? as in maintenance or pricewhich one worth??
Engineered wood flooring is essentially plywood with a hardwood veneer for the top layer. It comes pre-finished, is stable, and easy to install. The thickness of the veneer layer can vary. Usually, there's enough so that the floor can be sanded and refinished....one time. Hardwood flooring is solid wood. It comes both pre-finished or unfinished. Being solid, it can be sanded and refinished many times. Installation is a bit more difficult than engineered wood. Some of the pieces develop a slight warp and it takes a lot of work to force them into a tight fit.
I know that engineered wood is not quite as sturdy in holding up. With that said, unless your floors are very 'heavy traffic', they should hold up fine either way. And, whichever you decide to go with, double check all specifications on the floor to see which one would be best. I believe you would save money by going with Engineered wood. Even consider a very good laminate wood to save even more money. And they look fantastic BTW
engineered wood is actually more durable since its designed to not warp or shrink, the finish is extremely durable & installation is easy hardwood will always be a classic & best for traditional homes, it can be sanded & restained
