4 Most Popular Types of Wood Flooring

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Wood flooring has always been admired for its warmth, durability, and character. While solid hardwood will always be a popular choice, there are many realistic wood-look alternatives available. We explore the difference between four types of wood flooring to help determine the right solution for your needs, style and budget:

Laminate


 Laminate flooring is made with an MDF core topped with a wood photo layer and a thick polymer finish. It can replicate almost any hardwood style from traditional maple and cherry to specialty types like wide-plank pine and reclaimed barn wood. It has a tough, moisture and stain resistant finish but is vulnerable to moisture in the joints between planks. Can be installed over existing floors that are flat and in good condition. Almost all types of laminate are designed for quick and easy installation.

Engineered


 Engineered hardwood comes in a wide variety of wood types, patterns, and board widths. It has a plywood-like base with a solid hardwood top layer giving it the same appearance as hardwood but at a lower cost. It can be used above grade, below grade and on concrete slabs making it a great choice for basements and condominiums. Engineered hardwood can be nailed, glued or installed as a floating floor with a special tongue and groove system that clicks into place without glue or nails.

We Recommend Twelve Oaks Gemtec Engineered Flooring, 

Gemtec Creations is more durable and stable than regular engineered flooring with beautiful Premium Grade American White Oak colour selections. With 360° water protection, eco-friendly, child- & pet-friendly materials and a superior wood core, the Future of Flooring has arrived. 

360° Water Protection

  • 72-hour spill protection
  • Easiest hardwood floor to clean and maintain

Structural Stability for Heated Floors

  • Install it over electric and hydronic radiant-heat systems
  • Structurally stable under extreme temperature and moisture fluctuations

Lifetime Warranty Protection

  • Lifetime residential and 10-year commercial warranty
  • 3 Season homes and radiant-heat warranty (conditions apply)

Eco-friendly & Family-Safe

  • Sustainably-sourced
  • Zero formaldehyde makes it the safest choice for kids and pets

 


Gemtec Masterpiece, it’s a work of art with its stunning, authentic hardwood veneer; long, wide boards; and contemporary colour palette. Second, it offers peace of mind with waterproofing and easy to clean surfaces; Eco-friendly, and child- & pet-friendly materials; radiant-heat compatibility; and incredibly durable wood core. 

360° Water Protection

  • 72-hour spill protection
  • Easiest hardwood floor to clean and maintain

Structural Stability for Heated Floors

  • Install it over electric and hydronic radiant-heat systems
  • Dent and scratch resistant
  • Structurally stable under extreme temperature and moisture fluctuations

Lifetime Warranty Protection

  • Lifetime residential and 10-year commercial warranty
  • 3 Season homes and radiant-heat warranty (conditions apply)

Eco-friendly & Family-Safe

  • Sustainably-sourced
  • Zero formaldehyde makes it the safest choice for kids and pets

Vinyl plank


Vinyl plank flooring is outrunning laminate flooring in popularity. It comes in a variety of wood colours, patterns, textures and can convincingly simulate the look of a hardwood floor. Vinyl is a tough material that stands up to both moisture and heavy traffic. There are a few installation options depending on the manufacturer including floating click lock, peel-&-stick, and gluing. Vinyl planks are comfortable to walk on and can be an economical choice.

We recommend going with Twelve Oaks Luxury Vinyl flooring for its ease of installation and their patented Välinge 5G® locking system they use on most of their Vinyl and Laminate Flooring.The system is designed to be easy to install, even on uneven sub-floors, and can save up to 50% of installation time.

    Välinge 5G® locking system Features

    • Easy installation
    The 5G system is designed to be easy to install, even for DIYers, and doesn't require glue or nails
    • Durable 
    The 5G system creates strong connections that are durable and long-lasting
    • Water resistant 
    The 5G system can create leak proof joints and prevent water from penetrating into the seams of the floor panels 
     

     Product that use the Välinge 5G locking system

      • SolidCore Collection:   
      This collection is 100% waterproof and has a high density core that's resistant to water damage 
      •  Signature 5G Laminate Floors:  
      This collection is designed for easy installation and stability 
      • SureWood Collections:  
      This collection features luxury vinyl flooring with a built-in cork underlayment

Hardwood


 

Solid hardwood never goes out of style and is renowned for its warmth and elegance. It can be refinished several times to remove surface scratches and when properly maintained, can last a lifetime. Hardwood is a favorite with home buyers and can increase the resale value of your home. 4 to 8 inch planks are the most popular widths and there are many types of wood species to choose from. Pre-finished hardwood typically costs less and involves less work to install. Also, factory-installed finishes are usually more durable than onsite finishing.

 

Visit Chamberlain Timber Mart to browse your wood flooring options and find the perfect product for your renovation or build. Our flooring experts can help you make the right decision.

 

 

 

 

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