Guide
Engineered vs solid hardwood
Stability, refinish cycles, and when thickness still matters.
Stability
Engineered’s cross-ply core handles humidity and radiant heat better in most homes.
Refinish life
Wear-layer thickness sets how many sandings you get. Marketing photos don’t show mils — specs do.
Solid’s case
Traditional rooms, stable climates, and owners who want maximum long-term refinish options.
Install method
Floating, glue-down, and nail-down change cost and repair paths. Match method to subfloor and product warranty.