Solid wood flooring, as the name suggests, is made of solid wood throughout its thickness. It usually made of a hardwood species, such as oak, maple, or walnut, and its major advantage is that it can be sanded and refinished many times over the course of its lifespan.

Is solid wood same as hardwood?

As the name implies, solid hardwood is solid wood, all the way through. It generally is 3/4″ in thickness. Engineered hardwood flooring is done in layers. The top layer is a hardwood veneer and then beneath that, there are layers (or plies) of wood.

How long do solid wood floors last?

Solid wood flooring can last 100 years or longer, and rarely needs to be replaced.