Glossary of Terms

Engineered Hardwood

A term describing hardwood construction. Engineered hardwood boards are manufactured from multiple layers, or plies, of solid wood assembled in a cross-ply construction. The top layer is the species and color you see when the boards are installed.

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Big Sur Engineered Hardwood
...With its unending 90-mile stretch of inspiring, natural pacific coast and picturesque blend of lush, rugged coastline Big Sur pairs this with idyllic serenity calls on your love of adventure, diversity, connection to nature, simplicity, and unique and memorable experiences. Big Sur is a destination that revitalizes and ignites passions that can get lost in our daily lives. The tmbr Big Sur Collect...
Castillian Collection
...Mullican Hardwood Flooring has released Castillian engineered hardwood flooring products inspired by the old growth forests of Europe. The three new series, called Castillian Cottage, Castillian Estate and Castillian Premier, are a modern take on the classic beauty of the hardwood floors found in castles, cottages and manors across the European continent. Made with genuine European White Oak lu...
Palazzo Collection
...Timeless opulence. Rich with the tell-tale beauty of what we value in wood – the rings, growth structures, and knots – Palazzo Collection is the finest carefully curated engineered hardwood, and adds quintessential elegance and sophistication. Built to endure, finished for stain and fade resistance, designed to illuminate any space grand or small...
Timberline Collection
...Bold beauty. Pure indulgence. The words come to mind when savoring our bespoke Timberline Collection of engineered hardwoods. Superbly stylish and indelibly imaginative, the selections are vivid in texture and generous in proportions, offering clean, contemporary, yet sophisticated appeal...
How to Choose the Best Plank Floor
...er you're a newbie or a pro, understanding more will prepare you to choose the very best floor for your lifestyle, space, and budget. What's the difference between solid hardwood, engineered hardwood, and rigid core flooring? As the name suggests, solid hardwood is a single, solid piece of wood. Its natural simplicity has made it a popular flooring choice for ...
About Engineered Hardwood
...Engineered Hardwood flooring is real wood from top to bottom that’s normally made using multiple wood veneers or slats of wood glued together at opposing directions. The word “engineered” just refers to the way in which it’s made. There are many benefits to choosing an engineered product over a solid product. Mannington only produces engineered hardwood and here’s why:<...
Ultimate Guide to Hardwood Flooring
...ooring:  Solid hardwood flooring is a solid piece of wood from top to bottom. The most popular species are oak, maple, hickory, and brazilian cherry hardwood flooring. Engineered Hardwood Flooring: Engineered hardwood flooring is real wood from top to bottom that's normally made using multiple wood veneers or slats of wood glued together at opposing directi...
Solid Hardwood vs. Engineered Wood
...Armstrong Flooring’s solid hardwood flooring is durable and reliable, making it a wonderful investment that will enhance the value of your home and provide beauty for a lifetime. What is Engineered Hardwood?
Engineered Hardwood Flooring
...The Future Beneath Our Feet: Embracing Engineered Wood Flooring in Modern Interior Design In the ever-evolving world of interior design, the quest for both beauty and practicality has led professionals towards a remarkable solution: Engineered Wood Flooring. This innovative flooring type has revolutionized modern interiors, offering a blend of versatility, durability, and aesth...
Solid Hardwood Flooring
...equent replacement, reducing waste and environmental impact. Engineered vs. Solid Hardwood FlooringWhile solid hardwood flooring is revered for its authenticity and durability, engineered hardwood has become popular due to its stability and moisture resistance. Engineered hardwood consists of a real hardwood veneer atop a core of plywood or high-density fiberboard. This cons...