Calgary Herald

A LOOK AT THE CHOICES:

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Solid and engineered hardwood

Offers natural beauty and enduring appeal and can increase the resale value of a home. It’s available in any species.

Although solid hardwood provides a classic look, it reacts to humidity and temperatur­e changes with expansion and contractio­n, causing cupping and gapping.

Unlike solid hardwood, engineered hardwood can tolerate changes in temperatur­e and humidity and can be installed on any level, including below grade and over in-floor heating.

Pricing starts at around $10 per square foot, without installati­on.

Engineered hardwood with an HDF core

Divine Flooring offering a signature design known as Coastline. Available in clickable five-inch planks fashioned from rift oak, oak or ash on a high-density fibre board core with a polymer underlay.

Price starts at about $5 per square foot, without installati­on.

Luxury vinyl plank

Ideal for active families, luxury vinyl plank realistica­lly captures the essence of wood, while offering high-end style. It’s floatable and clickable; resistant to scratches and scuffs and is waterproof.

Pricing starts at about $4.70 per square foot, without installati­on.

Laminate flooring

Offering high performanc­e and versatilit­y at an affordable price, laminate is pressed and coated wood that is applied to a MDF or HDF core. It can emulate several looks, but it is not waterproof.

Pricing starts at about $2.50 per square foot, without installati­on.

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