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Types of Hardwood Now that we understand the basics of hardness, durability and movement we are ready to look at the different types of hardwood flooring. Parquet Flooring Parquet hardwood flooring is made up of strips of wood assembled in a square or in a rectangle called a 'mosaic'. Parquet is quite inexpensive and must be glued directly to the sub floor using a special adhesive. |
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Wood vs. Laminate Although laminate floors have been on the market for a while, there are still some misconceptions in regards to them. To put it simply, Laminate flooring is NOT Hardwood Flooring. It is like comparing apples and oranges, as there are very few similarities between the two. Yes, they are both flooring, yes some laminates look like wood - but they don't react or wear the same. |
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| In the hardwood industry today, there are basically two types of REAL hardwood floors - Solid and Engineered. | Hardwood flooring is an investment into your home, it's timeless beauty, enhances every decor. It is a natural product, that is appreciated for it's warmth, | Each species of wood has its own grain, color, and veining. Your choice of species depends on your personal preferences. | |||||||||||||
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