Engineered Hardwood Floor On Concrete

Follow these steps to install an engineered wood floor in your home.

Engineered hardwood floor on concrete.

But there is a little more to it than that sorry captain obvious. Installing a floating engineered hardwood floor works well at any grade level and over most types of subfloor surfaces. Engineered wood flooring offers the timeless look of hardwood but is perfect for basements and other areas where moisture can be an issue. Contractors pour and finish concrete in place.

If you ve decided to install engineered hardwoods there are four possible installation methods depending on the subfloor. Once installed engineered wood planks look the same as solid wood planks. Other products are better suited for a nail down installation where they are secured to a wood subfloor with nails or staples. Made from layers of real wood compressed together engineered hardwood floors are better able to handle changes in moisture and humidity than solid hardwood.

With both concrete and hardwood flooring the composition is right in the name. For any flooring installation over concrete you should anticipate potential problems with moisture levels. Engineered hardwood is sturdier than traditional plank but surface preparation still matters. You should install a floating engineered hardwood when you need flexibility.

Captain obvious might note hardwood flooring is made from well wood and concrete flooring is made with concrete. Glue nail staple and float.