Install Wood Floor
Hardwood installation requires more planning, moisture control and specialized tools than many DIY jobs. Learn product choices, prep steps, tools, and when to hire a pro.
Hardwood Floor Instalation
An updated guide to hardwood floor installation: how to choose between plank, strip, parquet, and engineered vs. solid wood; modern tools and methods; site prep and acclimation; and when to hire a pro.
Hard Wood Floor Installation
Updated guide to hardwood floor installation: choose between solid and engineered boards, prepare a stable subfloor, control moisture, plan layout, leave expansion gaps, and use the right underlayment and fastening method.
Floating Wood Floor
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 Wood Floors
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.