What engineered hardwood means
Engineered hardwood is flooring with a real hardwood top layer bonded to a plywood or composite core, so it moves less than solid wood.
Where it matters on a flooring job
It can be floated, glued or nailed, and it works over concrete where solid wood cannot. The wear layer thickness decides whether it can be refinished, which is worth telling the customer.
What it costs
The hardwood floor installation cost guide has the typical job at $4,350 and the usual range at $2,650 to $6,700. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price. The flooring cost calculator prices a job line by line.
Work it out
- Free calculator: Flooring cost calculator
- Cost guide: Hardwood floor installation cost
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