Your One-Stop Shop for Engineered Hardwood Flooring
Simple Flooring has installed and maintained engineered hardwood floors across Chicago for more than 50 years. Real wood veneer over a stable core means your floors hold their look through humid summers and dry winters alike.
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Not all engineered hardwood is built the same under the surface. A cheap veneer with a thin wear layer can look identical to a premium one in a showroom, but it won't take more than one light sanding before it's down to the core material. That's the spec worth asking about before price or finish color.
Installation is the other variable that doesn't show up in photos. A floor installed over an unleveled or damp subfloor can develop gaps and high spots within months, no matter how good the planks themselves are.
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Moderate Cost
Available in Red and White varieties, oak is known for its classic grain and durability. It takes stain in a wide range of colors, which makes it one of the most flexible choices for matching an existing color scheme.
Moderate Cost
Maple’s smooth, even texture and subtle grain make it a popular option. It’s also highly resistant to wear, ideal for busy homes.
Moderate/High Cost
With a dramatic, varied grain pattern, hickory is exceptionally hard and resists dents and scratches better than most species on this list.
High Cost
This exotic hardwood has a deep, rich color and a distinctive grain. It's a common choice for high-end spaces where the wood itself is meant to stand out.
Moderate/High Cost
Cherry wood brings warmth with its deep, chocolate tones and straight grain. Its elegance suits any room with a sophisticated touch.
Moderate Cost
Ash offers a light color and a distinct, open grain. It's a strong, resilient wood, which is why it holds up well in active households.
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Installation cost depends mainly on the wood species and plank thickness you choose. As a general guide for Chicago-area projects:
Prices vary based on wood species, brand, subfloor condition, and installation complexity. These figures are general starting points, not a quote.
Leave the guesswork behind! Get a free, personalized quote from Simple Flooring and start bringing your dream floors to life today.
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At Simple Flooring, we stand behind our work. Every engineered hardwood installation comes with:
For detailed warranty information, please review our warranty document.
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Most rooms are ready in 1-3 days, including over a concrete slab subfloor, which is common in Chicago basements and on-grade additions. Larger spaces or more detailed layouts, like herringbone, can take longer, though pre-finished options can help speed up the process.
Yes, we offer flexible financing options for engineered wood floors. Contact us to learn about available plans and find the best option to fit your specific flooring needs.
The top layer of engineered wood flooring typically needs refinishing every 7-10 years, depending on foot traffic and upkeep. High-traffic areas may need it sooner.
Consider replacing or repairing your engineered flooring if you notice deep scratches, warping, cupping, gaps, loose boards, or water damage. Minor issues can often be repaired plank by plank; extensive damage may call for a full replacement.
Engineered hardwood provides better stability in humid conditions, offers more installation options, and tends to be more budget-friendly. It resists expansion and contraction better than solid hardwood and comes in a wide variety of wood species.
Yes. Its layered construction resists the moisture-driven cupping and warping that rules out solid hardwood in most basement installations, which is why it's one of the few real-wood options we recommend below grade.
We proudly serve the greater Chicago metropolitan area from our showroom in Elk Grove Village. That includes engineered hardwood flooring in Chicago, IL and every surrounding suburb.
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