The flooring experts at Lincoln, NE's Carpet Land can help you determine exactly what type of flooring is best for your space. Hardwood flooring is becoming increasingly common in houses, and many Carpet Land customers come in looking to install wood floors to add a more modern touch to their home. But not all hardwood flooring is created equal. As one of the best flooring companies in the area, Carpet Land can help you decide whether solid or engineered flooring works better for you, your family, and your home. 

Solid hardwood flooring consists of planks made from one single piece of hardwood. Each plank is covered with a clear, protective layer to ensure the integrity of the wood. Solid hardwood flooring can be refinished and sanded many times to make sure that it always looks great. Still, it is a solid piece of wood, meaning it will expand and contract based upon the humidity in your home. Relative humidity within the home will need to be regulated to prevent warping. 

Solid wood flooring offers great variety. Different woods with different looks and feels can be used, including oak, maple, and black walnut. Solid wood flooring is best suited to above-ground parts of the home.

Engineered hardwood flooring is made from several different pieces of wood bonded together. The top piece is a hardwood veneer, and less expensive pieces of plywood are used behind it. This type of flooring is not subject to expanding and contracting with changes in humidity, making it an ideal choice for kitchens, bathrooms, and rooms over in-floor heating systems. Engineered flooring can often be installed without nails and glue, and can be placed on all levels of the home. 

Stop in to Carpet Land in Lincoln, NE to talk to a professional about which choice looks and feels best to you. Other options you can discuss with an expert include laminate flooring, carpet, and more! You will also enjoy a free estimate and a large inventory. Be sure to call (402) 467-6363 for more information.