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Timeless - Brunswick Collection – Chatham - Engineered Hardwood

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Timeless - Hudson Elite Collection – Tavani

Timeless - Hudson Elite Collection – Kendall - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - Hudson Elite Collection – Kendall

Timeless - Hudson Elite Collection – Dawson - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - Hudson Elite Collection – Dawson

Timeless - Hudson Elite Collection – Corbett - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - Hudson Elite Collection – Corbett

Timeless - Rocky Mountain Collection – Mount Lincoln - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - Rocky Mountain Collection – Mount Lincoln

Timeless - Rocky Mountain Collection – Grizzly Peak - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - Rocky Mountain Collection – Grizzly Peak

Timeless - Rocky Mountain Collection – Crestone - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - Rocky Mountain Collection – Crestone

Timeless - Rocky Mountain Collection – Antero - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - Rocky Mountain Collection – Antero

Timeless - Rocky Mountain Collection – Wind River - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - Rocky Mountain Collection – Wind River

Timeless - The District Collection – York Mills - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - The District Collection – York Mills

Timeless - The District Collection – Sunnybrook - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - The District Collection – Sunnybrook

Timeless - The District Collection – Moore Park - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - The District Collection – Moore Park

Timeless - The District Collection – Lawrence Park - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - The District Collection – Lawrence Park

Timeless - Okanagan Elite Collection – Kelleston - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - Okanagan Elite Collection – Kelleston

Timeless - Okanagan Elite Collection – Bennett Bridge - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - Okanagan Elite Collection – Bennett Bridge

Timeless - Okanagan Collection – Skaha Herringbone - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - Okanagan Collection – Skaha Herringbone

Timeless - Okanagan Collection – Naramata Herringbone - Engineered Hardwood

Timeless - Okanagan Collection – Naramata Herringbone

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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