Long-Strip and Engineered Hardwood Floors

Longstrip hardwood floors are wide and long, and each plank has 2 to 3 strips of thin hardwood. These planks can be floated, stapled and glued-down. The floors can be installed in all parts of the home and are made up of numerous wood plies that are glued together, using a tongue and groove connection made from soft core. The core is sandwiched between a hardwood finish layer on the top and soft wood ply below.

Different types of wood can be used for the finish layer. The layer consists of separate and small solid wood pieces (usually 17 to 18) arranged in three rows. Longstrip planks could be as long as 86 inches. The maximum width is 7 ½ inches. Floating installation makes them suitable for different subfloors and below or above ground level. The longstrip and engineered planks are good for concrete slabs and basements. In job sites where moisture exceeds the normal level, these glued planks can be used easily as gluing enhances dimensional stability.

Engineered hardwood floors, on the other hand, are wood planks made up of numerous wood piles which are glued and laminated. Quality engineered hardwood floors can be used over different types of subfloors such as fully-cured concrete and dry slabs because of higher dimensional stability.

Pre-finished engineered wood floors are more durable than solid wood floors. Pre-finished engineered wood floors are offered in many hardwood species and styles, and can be installed in all rooms in home. The floor width varies between 2 ¼ inch and 7 inch and thickness between ¼ inch and 9/16 inch.

Length ranges from 12 inches to 60 inches. Mostly, the top finish layer is made up of exotic or local hardwood and is factory pre-finished using polyurethane finish. i-Hardwood-Floors.com also explains that different installation methods including floating, glue-down, staple-down and nail-down can be selected for engineered hardwood floors.

Hard Wood Floors provides detailed information on installing, cleaning and refinishing various types of hardwood floors, including engineered, solid, long-strip, exotic, pre-finished, and cheap hardwood floors. Hard Wood Floors is the sister site of Bamboo Flooring Web.

---

Finding a Color Scheme - Decorating with What you Have

If you feel helpless when it comes to picking and... Read More

Practical Feng Shui ? Debunking the Myths

Most of the information that is available concerning Feng Shui... Read More

A Review of Popular Wood Stove Manufacturers

There are several world renowned wood stove manufacturers that make... Read More

Choosing the Right Wallpaper

There is literally thousands of different colors, different patterns even... Read More

A Review of Popular Massage Chairs

With so many massage chairs available on the market, where... Read More

Great Tips for Choosing Furniture

You're finally going to do it! No I don't mean... Read More

The Ultimate Strategy for Decorating a Childs Room!

When it comes to decorating a child's room, your approach... Read More

Finding Discount Waterbed Sheets

Consumers may be led to believe that waterbed sheets are... Read More

How to Install a Wood Stove

"There are a number of factors that must be taken... Read More

Update Your Home Decor Using Colorful Rugs

Retro, checks, black and white...looks like MOD is back. A... Read More

Decorating with Authentic Zebra Decor

We all take a certain pride in the interior of... Read More

Bedroom Furniture

Buying bedroom furniture can be an exciting time; unfortunately if... Read More

Bathroom Vanity Cabinets

Bathroom vanity cabinets are considered bathroom furniture, and usually range... Read More

Resourceful Redecorating - Budget Friendly Home Decorating

Spring is here and for many of us it's the... Read More

The Benefits of Metal Wine Racks

The number of metal wine racks available may seem overwhelming,... Read More

How to Buy a Used Adjustable Bed

Mounting health costs and cuts to government funding are making... Read More

A Look at Flower Bulbs for Sale

When people decide to grow flowers, they have many choices.... Read More

Save Money & Time... Plan Home Decorating Projects

Why is planning home decorating projects important? Let's start by... Read More

Finding a Bamboo Flooring Supplier

Bamboo, a type of grass that grows all over China... Read More

Are Candles Safe?

I love candles! I have candles of all shapes, sizes... Read More

Freestyle with Metal and Format: The Milan FuoriSalone 2005 event.

This Italian lifestyle project, underlined by the aroma of espresso... Read More

Pool Table Lights Guide: How To Light Up Your Game

The proper pool table lights is critical to playing your... Read More

Color Psychology: The Joy and Pain of Yellow

Warm and luminous like sunlight, the right shade of yellow... Read More

Choosing Conservatory Furniture

Conservatories are such lovely and serene rooms that homeowners want... Read More

Warm And Cozy Down Comforters Will Turn Your Bed Into A Luxurious Sanctuary!

Down comforters provide you with a luxurious natural warmth that... Read More

The Importance of Bunk Bed Mattresses

Bunk bed mattresses are perhaps the most important kind of... Read More

Bathroom Vanity Sinks

When shopping for a bathroom vanity sink, let both function... Read More

Country Decorating Ideas - Create Warmth and Charm with Country Style Decorating Ideas

Country decorating ideas can help you create a home that... Read More

Beach Theme Bedroom

Using accessories is a fun way to accent your bedroom... Read More

Finding a Cuckoo Clock Repair Service

Weights hanging from the bottom of your cuckoo clock keep... Read More

A Look at Faux Wood Blinds

For those who want the warmth of wood, but are... Read More

Wine Rack Kits and Plans

Properly storing wine keeps flavor and lets wine age so... Read More

Decorating for Real Life and Real People

I spent a recent weekend curled up with a stack... Read More