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A floating wood floor is an engineered floor that locks together and rests over the subfloor rather than being fully nailed or glued down. Modern options include longstrip panels and engineered planks with click-lock systems; they are more dimensionally stable than solid hardwood and often suitable for basements and over concrete when installed per manufacturer instructions.
Floating engineered wood floors are multi-layer panels that lock or glue together and sit above the subfloor. They offer fast installation, a variety of looks, and flexibility over many existing floors - but suitability depends on subfloor condition and manufacturer requirements.