Hardwood Flooring in Washington

Floor & Home by Carpet One in Spokane, Liberty Lake, Richland, and Walla Walla, Washington, is great for finding the perfect hardwood for your home. From dark, rich browns to light, amber tones of gold, we have a selection of hardwood that will indeed have a style for you. Finding the perfect flooring can be challenging, so let our experienced sales professionals guide you through all the options and advise you on what would be most suitable for your home.

What Are The Benefits of Having Hardwood Floors in Washington?

The benefits of having hardwood flooring in Washington State are similar to those in other areas, but there are some specific advantages given the local climate and lifestyle:

• Climate suitability: Washington's moderate climate, especially in coastal areas, is generally good for hardwood floors. The relatively stable humidity levels help prevent excessive expansion and contraction.
• Moisture resistance: With proper sealing, hardwood floors can handle the occasional dampness from rain better than carpet, which is essential given Washington's rainy reputation.
• Resale value: In the competitive real estate markets of cities like Seattle and Bellevue, hardwood floors are often a desirable feature that can increase home value.
• Allergen reduction: Given the prevalence of outdoor activities in Washington, hardwood floors make cleaning tracked-in dirt and pollen easier, improving indoor air quality.
• Durability for active lifestyles: Hardwood can withstand the wear of outdoor gear and daily activities in Washington's outdoor-oriented culture.

What are The Different Hardwood Styles and Species Available?

Many hardwood floors are available today, from rustic to modern and everything in between. Whether you love wood floors' natural character or prefer straight-grained hardwood's simplicity, we can help. There are also a variety of hardwood species from which engineered and solid hardwood floors are made. The species that the hardwood comes from will determine the grain and texture, though the stain can be different among species.

What is the Difference Between Solid and Engineered Hardwood?

While most solid and engineered hardwood floors look similar at first glance, they are constructed differently, each with unique characteristics and benefits.

Engineered hardwood floors:

• It consists of multiple layers of wood materials
• The top layer (wear layer) is a solid piece of high-quality hardwood, typically 2-6mm thick
• Underneath layers are made of plywood, high-density fiberboard (HDF), or other composite wood materials
• These layers are arranged in a cross-grain configuration for increased stability
• Available in a wide range of wood species, including oak, maple, walnut, and exotic varieties
• More resistant to moisture and temperature fluctuations
• It can be installed in basements and over concrete subfloors
• Generally easier to install, often using click-lock or floating floor methods
• Typically less expensive than solid hardwood
• It can be refinished, but the number of times depends on the thickness of the wear layer

Solid hardwood floors:

• Made from a single piece of wood, typically 3/4 inch thick
• Available in various wood species, with oak, maple, and cherry being popular choices
• Cut directly from lumber in either plain-sawn, quarter-sawn, or rift-sawn methods
• More prone to expanding and contracting with changes in humidity and temperature
• Not recommended for installation in basements or over concrete subfloors
• Usually requires professional installation, often using nail-down or glue-down methods
• It can be sanded and refinished multiple times over its lifespan
• Generally more expensive than engineered hardwood
• Adds more resale value to homes
• It has a longer potential lifespan, sometimes lasting for generations with proper care

Both types of flooring have their place in modern homes, and the choice between them often depends on factors such as installation location, subfloor type, budget, and personal preference. While solid hardwood offers timeless appeal and the ability to be refinished multiple times, engineered hardwood provides excellent stability and versatility in challenging environments.

Professional Hardwood Flooring Installation in Washington

Hardwood is ideal for areas with little moisture, so bathrooms, kitchens, and living rooms are not recommended. However, you can install hardwood in living rooms, bedrooms, playrooms, offices, and other areas where moisture is uncommon.

Floor & Home by Carpet One carries various hardwood flooring styles, colors, and finishes from top brands. Come by one of our showrooms to browse our selection in-store and talk to one of our experts, or start checking out our online hardwood flooring selection now.

Contact us or stop by any showroom locations in Liberty Lake, WA, Spokane, WA, Walla Walla, WA and Richland, WA. We proudly serve the neighboring communities of Spokane Valley, WA, Airway Heights, WA, Post Falls, ID, Mead, WA, Medical Lake, WA, Liberty Lake, WA, Cheney, WA, Davenport, WA, Deer Park, WA, Coeur D'Alene, ID, Hayden, ID, Rathdrum, WA, Moses Lake, WA, Ritzville, WA, Prosser, WA, Wallula, WA, Hermiston, OR, Athena, OR, Dayton, WA, Weston, OR, College Place, WA, Gardena, WA, Langdon, WA, Touchet, WA, Prescott, WA, Umatilla, OR, Pendleton, OR, Waitsburg, WA, Port Kelley, WA, Bingham Springs, OR, Milton-Freewater, OR, Wallula Junction, WA, Sunnyside, WA, Connell, WA, Boardman, OR, Stanfield, OR, Kennewick, WA and Pasco, WA.