If you are planning to install a new floor at your place, you must already have done enough research on flooring.
By now, you must have enough knowledge on the types of flooring along with their benefits and drawbacks.
Here, I will present you the introduction of solid hardwood floor.
Manufactured from deciduous trees such as Oak, American Black Walnut or Canadian Maple, this form of wood is a single piece of three to four inches thick wood.
Solid hardwood is definitely the first choice when it comes to installing a new floor at your residence or office.
They come with a huge list of benefits and have some drawbacks such as big cost, non-resistant to water and few more.
But if you think you can manage a small list of drawbacks, nothing beats the charm and class offered by solid hardwood floor.
Check our list of benefits and drawbacks of solid hardwood floor.
Benefits of Solid Hardwood

• This type of wood has a long life span.
  It is one of the most durable forms of wood flooring.
  
• Though it is expensive to install, it provides a very good resale price.
  
• It adds value to your house and offers a classic look.
  
• It the most eye-catching form of wood flooring.
  
• Due to its scratch resistant capacity, this can be installed in high traffic areas.
  
• It is easy to clean and repair.
  
• Unlike carpets, solid hardwood floors are not vulnerable to mildew, odor, dust or mites.
  
• Solid hardwood comes with a wide range of choice.
  You can always be versatile while choosing the design, color and type of hardwood floor.
  
• It is the most suitable form of flooring for people with respiratory problems and allergies.
  

Drawbacks of Solid Hardwood

• The main disadvantage of this form of flooring is that they cannot handle moisture.
  Water can easily damage them.
  
• It requires frequent refinishing to maintain its shine and glow.
  
• It tends to expand and contract with the change in humidity which results in cupping, crowning, buckling and many other serious defects.
  
• It is not compatible with concrete, but other forms of flooring are.
  
• It is not a good choice for below grade flooring or underground flooring.
  
• It is more expensive compared to carpets, engineered wood and other flooring types.
  
• They also cannot be installed in areas with adverse weather such as extreme cold or hot environment.
  

If installed properly, they can last for years.
So, it is important to call the experts for flooring installation.