The floors in our home go through a lot of wear and tear over the years and yet they are the one thing we don’t always think about replacing, renewing or upgrading. There are so many different options on the market these days that it’s hard to know which to choose when considering new wood flooring.
In this article, I’m going to take you through some of the more popular new wood flooring options that are available to you if you are thinking about updating your home.
Engineered Wood
Engineered wood flooring offers many options and is really quite durable, the ability to refinish the flooring has contributed to why its use has increased over the last few years.
Engineered wood is composed of several layers. Most of the layers are plywood and the number of layers can range from three up to twelve. The top layer that you will see is a veneer and the thicker this is, the more times you can refinish your flooring as the years go by. You will, however, pay a price for a thicker layer.
The way that engineered wood is constructed assists the wood to cope with moisture and so increases its versatility.
Laminate Flooring
Laminate floors are a very popular, low-cost option for people who perhaps don’t have the biggest of budgets but still want the chic modern look of wood flooring. They look great but are not easily refinished or repaired. If you feel you can look after it and it won’t get a lot of wear and tear then it’s certainly a great option, but it’s not the sort of flooring that will offer true value in the long term.
Solid Hardwood
Solid hardwood flooring is the most traditional type of wood flooring. You are more likely to find it in older homes. The difference you may find now, should you decide to go down this route is that years ago the wood strips were narrow in size. These days you’ll see a wider variety, known as plank flooring.
There are more than 100 different types of solid hardwood floors but the most popular types are bamboo, maple and oak.
Solid wood has a great ability to hold the colour of a stain. Warmer tones are usually more popular because they immediately add character and warmth to any room.
Obviously different budgets will determine which type of new wood flooring you decide to purchase. If you’re looking for a quick fix and don’t mind replacing it in a few years, then laminate could be the best option for you. But if you are looking to make an investment, it’s well worth considering the harder wearing options such as engineered or solid hardwood.
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