Many people, myself included, prefer hardwood floors over carpet. In my case, it is because I have more than a few dogs, and they tend to be very hard on carpet. But even if you don’t share my penchant for keeping a pack of beasts in the house, there are many things that make hardwood preferable to carpet.
But which type should you choose? Most people would be surprised at just how many options they have. It isn’t just about which kind of wood you choose, either. There are many other variations as well. Contrary to popular belief, not all wood flooring is the same!
The first thing you must decide is whether you want solid flooring or engineered flooring. The difference is simple. Solid flooring is just that, solid planks of wood that interlock with each other to form a floor. This is what most people imagine when they …