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BIYORK - NOUVEAU 7 BESPOKE COLLECTION - LAKE PROMENADE - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 7 Bespoke Collection - Lake Promenade

BIYORK - NOUVEAU 7 BESPOKE COLLECTION - FOREST GROTTO - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 7 Bespoke Collection - Forest Grotto

BIYORK - NOUVEAU 7 BESPOKE COLLECTION - BARCELONA NOON - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 7 Bespoke Collection - Barcelona Noon

BIYORK - NOUVEAU 7 BESPOKE COLLECTION - COTTAGE PLANK - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 7 Bespoke Collection - Cottage Plank

BIYORK - NOUVEAU 7 BESPOKE COLLECTION - BREEZY BOARDWALK - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 7 Bespoke Collection - Breezy Boardwalk

BIYORK - NOUVEAU 7 BESPOKE COLLECTION - ROOFTOP LOFT - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 7 Bespoke Collection - Rooftop Loft

BIYORK - NOUVEAU 7 BESPOKE COLLECTION - NORTHERN VERANDA - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 7 Bespoke Collection - Northern Veranda

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - COMET - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - Comet

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - SOMBRERO - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - Sombrero

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - BARELY BEIGE - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - Barley Beige

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - MESSIER - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - Messier

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - CENTAURUS - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - Centaurus

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - BODE - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - Bode

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - SALTED BISCOTTI - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - Salted Biscotti

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - TRIANGULUM - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 8 Collection - Triangulum

Biyork - Nouveau 7 Collection - HAVANA COFFEE - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 7 Collection - Havana Coffee

Biyork - Nouveau 7 Collection - TRIBECA - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 7 Collection - Tribeca

Biyork - Nouveau 7 Collection - DERBY SAMPLE - Engineered Hardwood

Biyork - Nouveau 7 Collection - Derby Sample

Canada's largest engineered hardwood selection

Yaletown Floor stocks over 1,100 engineered hardwood SKUs across Canada — wide-plank European oak, character-grade hickory, exotic species, and more. Brands include Bjelin, Vidar, Biyork, Pravada, Grandeur, Twelve Oaks, Mannington, Mohawk, and more. Standard 4–8 business day delivery Canada-wide; free samples to every address.

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Why engineered hardwood

  • Dimensional stability across Canadian climates — The balanced plywood or HDF core resists seasonal movement that limits solid hardwood. The right hardwood for prairie winters, coastal humidity, and condo humidity swings.
  • Real-wood top layer — 2–6mm of real hardwood (oak, maple, hickory, walnut) on a stable core. Visually and tactilely identical to solid hardwood — only the substrate differs.
  • Approved for concrete and radiant heat — Engineered hardwood installs over concrete subfloors and is rated for in-floor radiant heat systems where solid hardwood is not.
  • Wider planks available — Engineered hardwood supports 7–12"+ plank widths that solid hardwood cannot match without warping.
  • Refinishable with 4mm+ wear layer — Engineered hardwood with 4mm+ wear layer can be sanded and refinished 2–3 times, extending floor life to 50+ years.

Engineered hardwood purchasing concerns — solved

  • "Engineered or solid?" Engineered for concrete subfloors, basements, condos, radiant heat, and wide-plank widths 7"+. Solid for above-grade traditional installs with multi-refinish potential.
  • "What wear layer?" 2–3mm for budget (no refinishing). 4mm for one refinishing cycle. 6mm for multi-refinish potential like solid hardwood.
  • "What core material?" Balanced plywood core for maximum stability and refinishability. HDF core for tighter dimensional control and waterproof options (Bjelin). Both perform well across Canadian climates.
  • "What plank width?" 5–6" reads traditional. 7–8" reads modern. 9"+ reads luxury. Wider planks require flatter subfloors (3mm over 3m).
  • "Delivery and samples?" Free samples Canada-wide in 2–3 business days. Free shipping on full-floor orders (1,000+ sq ft) via national freight.

Frequently asked questions

Is engineered hardwood real wood?
Yes — engineered hardwood has a real-wood top layer (the wear layer) bonded to a plywood or HDF core. The visible surface, including grain, color, and finish, is identical to solid hardwood. Only the substrate differs.

How much does engineered hardwood cost?
Engineered hardwood at Yaletown Floor ranges from $3.50 to $14 CAD per sq ft installed. Mid-grade at $5–$8; premium European wide-plank at $9–$14.

Can engineered hardwood be refinished?
Engineered hardwood with 2mm+ wear layer can be refinished once. 4mm+ supports 2–3 refinishings. 6mm wear layer performs similarly to solid hardwood for refinishing potential.

Does engineered hardwood work with radiant heat?
Yes — most engineered hardwood is rated for radiant heat up to 27°C. Confirm temperature limits per product. Solid hardwood is generally not rated for radiant heat.

How long does engineered hardwood last?
25–50 years residential with proper installation. Wear layer thickness determines long-term refinishability and total service life.

How do I order a sample?
Free samples on every engineered hardwood SKU — click "Order Sample" on any product page. Ships Canada-wide in 2–3 business days.

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