Newington showroom • Serving Connecticut
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Natural character
Authentic wood grain, lasting value, and warmth that ages beautifully.
Why Hardwood
Hardwood brings genuine variation and lasting character into the home. Species, grade, plank width, finish, and construction all shape how the floor looks and performs.
At our Newington showroom, we'll help you compare the details that matter so the finished surface fits your space beyond the sample.
Construction, character, and climate
Construction determines where hardwood may be installed; species, grade, finish, width, and layout determine how it looks and wears. Compare both sides of the decision.
Construction
Single-piece wood boards offer traditional character and product-dependent refinishing potential.
Moisture, installation location, and refinishing limits must be verified for the product.
Construction
A real-wood surface over a layered core supports a broader range of approved installations.
Engineered products vary widely in surface thickness and future refinishing options.
Format
Broader boards showcase grain and create a calmer visual rhythm in open rooms.
Wide boards make natural variation prominent and place added importance on site conditions.
Layout
Repeated geometry introduces architectural movement and a tailored focal point.
Patterned floors require careful layout, more cuts, and an installation-specific waste allowance.
Compare your options
Solid and engineered describe how the board is made; wide plank and patterns describe the finished look.
| Decision point | Solid hardwood | Engineered hardwood | Wide plank | Herringbone and patterns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary decision | Board construction | Layered construction | Board width | Installation layout |
| Site-condition focus | Grade and humidity | Approved location | Humidity control | Flatness and layout |
| Visual character | Species and grade | Real-wood surface | Broad grain display | Strong geometry |
| Ask about | Thickness/refinishing | Wear layer | Variation range | Labor and waste |
Species, finish, wear layer, humidity limits, and installation methods are specific to the selected floor.
Completed by Floors Now
Review verified local installations, including the selected flooring, preparation, scope, and available finished photographs.
July 2026 • West Hartford, CT
Appalachian Signature Collection Red Oak Excel Honey solid hardwood
Residential living area • Approximately 200 square feet
June 2026 • Southington, CT
Maine Traditions Casco Bay Collection Red Oak Mackworth, Coastal grade, matte finish, 3 1/4-inch x 3/4-inch solid hardwood
Upstairs landing • 220 square feet
Everyday value
Every board carries unique grain, tone, and character.
Hardwood offers an enduring look that works across changing interiors.
Many products can be renewed depending on construction and wear-layer thickness.
Species, stains, textures, widths, and grades create distinct results.
See it in Newington
Bring photos or a rough idea. We'll help narrow the options around your room, priorities, and project.
Your project
No measurements or perfect plan required.