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Comments (0)Engineered wood flooring is a modern style of flooring many of our customers have expressed an interest in – and for good reason. It has the look and feel of a solid wood floor thanks to the top layer veneer which is glued to a plywood core, it and the added benefits of being more robust and more resistant to moisture and heat. It’s also a more economical solution to solid wood flooring if your budget just won’t stretch. These features make it a very popular choice, so if you’re thinking of updating your flooring soon, why not use engineered wood flooring in your home? Here are some great examples of when it’s the ideal flooring choice. Bigger floor space If you have a large room or you want to have consistent flooring throughout the entire ground floor of your home, it can be costly. You still want it to look incredible however, so an engineered floor is a smart alternative to solid wood which lets you achieve the look you want, without the hefty price tag. The wood looks and feels truly authentic which adds a lot of elegance and sophistication to your living space, and the longer you have it installed, the more the wood will take on a naturally aged look. Many engineered floors are also an easy click installation system, making them simple to install and cutting down on the amount of time and labour required – meaning more savings for you. High traffic areas Engineered wood is available in different thicknesses up to 20mm, and this means that over your floor’s lifetime it can be sanded down and refinished up to three times – making it an ideal long-term investment in your home in high traffic areas like your hallway or kitchen. Over time as your floor starts to look scuffed or acquires deep scratches, you can refinish it to have it look like new, without having to completely replace it. Underfloor heating Many modern homes now benefit from underfloor heating, but not all wooden flooring is compatible with this. Solid wood for example isn’t ideal, due to the natural expansion and contraction of the wood, but engineered flooring has greater stability to moisture and heat, so it’s perfect for this. Before you buy a new floor to be used with underfloor heating, always check the product specification or check with your installer, otherwise you could end up with flooring which is warped, bowed or cracked as a result of the heat. So, now you know when to use engineered flooring in your home it’s time to appreciate the additional benefits of it – the range of colours and styles, the variety of board lengths and thicknesses, the finishes ranging from brushed, oiled or hand scraped, and of course the great offers available, making it a very affordable option for your home. Think engineered flooring might be the right choice for you? Why not request your free samples of flooring and see for yourself just how much it can add to your home in terms of style, design and durability? When To Use Engineered Flooring In The Home...See Morevinyl versus engineered wood flooring
Comments (14)We're an Amtico house (Amtico Spacia Xtra ). I love it. Looks great, cleans easily, and our is slightly textured so feels nice underfoot. Our 'planks' have very slightly bevelled edges so that also gives the impression of real wood. I agree that it does 'ding' relatively easily, but we've only had one. It's been down coming on 3 years now (3 kids, 1 dog, 1 puppy, and lots of parties) and still looks as good as new. The fitters had to put some self levelling down throughout the downstairs, but the final finish is fantastic. Expensive, but IMO well worth the money. There are a few pictures of the process towards the end of one of my threads if you're interested: [Link to discussion[(https://www.houzz.co.uk/discussions/its-go-go-go-kitchen-diner-project-dsvw-vd~3911398)...See MoreEngineered wood floor with underfloor heating
Comments (5)hi KR, engineered wood flooring is not just the best option is the only option with underfloor heating. Obviously you can use LVT and laminate or ceramic tiles or stone, but if you intended to buy real hardwood flooring, the you need to consider engineered planks only. Solid floors are not particularly popular these days because are unstable and tend to move due to room temperature and moisture variation. Underfloor heating will put quite a bit extra heat into your floor and solid boards will almost inevitably move. You always need to keep en eye on moisture level which should stay between 40 to 60% whilst most manufacturers suggest 27degrees C as the max floor temperature. Feel free to get in touch if you need a quote. Best Regards...See MoreEngineered Wood Flooring - oiled, brushed, lacquered etc
Comments (5)This breaks down the finishes if it helps. The lacquer can also be satin or matt, the latter being the most popular. I’ve had a lacquered floor for 8 years. It hasn't faded but i have caused a couple of scratches (my own fault with a choice of door stop) but is resistant to dog claw scratches although can be quite slippery for them. It probably depends on the price point but make sure you disregard any planks with knots that have been ”filled” as the filler will come out after a few years of repeated hoovering https://www.luxuryflooringandfurnishings.co.uk/engineered-wood-advice-finish...See MorePineapple
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