Hardwood is our bread and butter.

Hardwood flooring is a timeless, durable, and elegant choice that adds warmth and character to any space. At Amazing Hardwood Floors, hardwood is what we do — we specialize in high-quality hardwood installation and refinishing, providing beautiful, long-lasting results that enhance the natural beauty of your home.

Engineered hardwood is constructed from multiple layers of wood with a hardwood veneer on top, making it more stable and resistant to moisture and temperature fluctuations. It offers flexible installation options and can be used in areas like basements or kitchens. While it can only be sanded and refinished a limited number of times due to its thinner veneer, higher-quality engineered wood options like Lauzon provide wear layers similar to traditional hardwood floors. Contrary to common belief, high-quality engineered hardwood can be just as expensive, if not more so, than solid hardwood.

Solid hardwood is composed of a single piece of wood — a timeless, natural look that can be sanded and refinished multiple times over its lifespan. It is more sensitive to changes in humidity and temperature, making it better suited for climate-controlled environments. Solid hardwood is generally more expensive and requires a more involved installation process.

Hardwood flooring comes in different "cuts," meaning how the boards are sliced from the log. These cuts affect the look, feel and stability of your floor.

Plain Sawn (Flat Sawn) — the classic "cathedral" grain pattern. Most affordable, most common; slightly more susceptible to humidity swings.

Quarter Sawn — a linear, straight-grain pattern with a unique flecking or ray effect (especially in White Oak). More stable and more resistant to wear than plain sawn.

Rift Sawn — the sleekest, most linear grain pattern with no prominent flecking. The most dimensionally stable cut and often chosen for formal or modern looks.

Live Sawn (European / French Cut) — wide boards showing a mix of all three cuts. Rustic character, great stability and the most sustainable use of the log.

Maintaining proper moisture levels is essential for hardwood floors. The ideal wood moisture content is 6–9% and room humidity should stay between 30–50%. Fluctuations cause wood to expand or shrink and can lead to damage. Use a humidifier or dehumidifier to keep the environment stable and preserve the beauty and durability of your hardwood floors.