Choosing Between Engineered and Solid Wood Tuscan Flooring

 

Install wood Tuscan flooring in your own home for a warm, timeless and luxurious look.

 

Solid Wood Flooring

Solid wood flooring from the Tuscan flooring range is made from a single piece of wood and is available in range of shades, finishes and thicknesses. Solid wood is a durable and timeless choice and looks great in most homes. If you opt for solid wood flooring, you may like to consider having it professionally installed rather than going down the DIY route. With the right installation and upkeep, solid wood flooring can last for an entire lifetime, meaning you won’t ever have to replace it. Although solid wood flooring is very strong and durable, it’s not suitable for rooms with underfloor heating. Solid wood Tuscan flooring can be sanded in patches where scratches or dents have appeared, making it a great choice for even high-traffic areas of the home.

Solid wood is the classic choice and can add considerable value to your home should you decide to sell further down the line. As it can last for several decades, it should be seen as an investment in your property.
Engineered Wood Flooring

Engineered wood flooring is made from a number of layers of wood. The sections of wood are layered and then glued together to create the required thickness. Engineered wood flooring is generally cheaper than solid wood flooring and can look just like the real thing. It’s also typically easier to install, so skilled DIYers should be able to lay an engineered wood floor without professional help. Engineered wood can be installed in homes with concrete sub-floors – something that is not generally possible with solid wood flooring.

Engineered wood is usually the more economical choice, but doesn’t generally last as long as solid wood Tuscan flooring. If you buy a quality brand and care for your flooring correctly, however, there is no reason why you shouldn’t get many years of use from engineered wood.

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