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Solid hardwood floors are cut from a solid piece of wood and are
offered both unfinished or with a prefinished surface. Because
the plank is made from 100% wood, it will react to changes in
humidity, so it should be placed in rooms with low moisture
levels. Solid hardwood flooring is typically ¾” thick. One of the
benefits of this is that solid hardwood flooring can be refinished
several times over the course of its lifetime. Because hardwood
is especially prone to scratches and dents, you will want to pay
special attention to the Janka hardness rating scale and buy a
species (i.e., oak, ash, etc.) of wood appropriate to your lifestyle
and your budget. Whether finished or unfinished, wood changes
color over time due to oxidation and exposure to light. Most of
the Exotic Species darken in color over time, while others
lighten. Solid hardwood flooring comes in many different wood
varieties, including exotic woods. It is also more expensive than
engineered hardwood flooring because it is 100% wood.
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