HARDWOOD FLOORS INSTALLATION

Materials: 100-percent hardwood
Installation Method: Nail down
Lifespan: 30 to 100 years
Cost: $3 to $12 per square foot
Sanded & Refinished: Can be sanded many times, including deep sanding
Stability: May warp in humid, damp conditions
Plank Thickness: 3/4-inch
Plank Width: 2-1/4 to 4 inches
Plank Length: 12 to 84 inches

Materials: Thin hardwood bonded to plywood core
Installation Method: Nail down, floating, or glue-down
Lifespan: 20 to 30 years
Cost: $3 to $10 per square foot
Sanded & Refinished: One or two light sandings or until a veneer thickness of 3/32-inch
Stability: Good resistance to moisture
Plank Thickness: 3/8- to 9/16-inch
Plank Width: 2 1/4 to 7 inches
Plank Length: 12 to 60 inches