Wide Plank Hardwood Flooring

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Wide Plank Hardwood Flooring — Engineered & Solid Across Canada

Wide plank hardwood (planks 5" and wider) creates the contemporary, open feel that defines modern Canadian interiors — wider grain expression, fewer seams, designer-grade aesthetic. Yaletown Floor stocks 90+ wide-plank engineered and solid hardwood SKUs from Bjelin, Vidar, Biyork, Pravada, Twelve Oaks, Mannington, and more — shipped Canada-wide.

Why wide plank hardwood

  • Modern designer aesthetic — Wide planks (7"+) read as the floor of choice in editorial-grade modern, transitional, and Scandinavian interiors. Narrow strip reads traditional.
  • Showcases the wood's grain — More surface area per plank means more visible grain, knot, and color expression — the natural beauty of real wood.
  • Faster installation — Fewer planks to lay means faster install per square foot. Particularly noticeable on large continuous areas.
  • Fewer seams — The visual interruption of plank seams is dramatically reduced — a wide-plank floor reads as a continuous wood surface, not a board pattern.
  • Highest resale value — Canadian listings consistently rank wide-plank hardwood as the #1 floor for home appreciation.

Wide plank purchasing concerns — solved

  • "How wide is wide?" 5–6" reads modern. 7–8" reads designer. 9"+ reads luxury. Wider planks emphasize the natural grain and require flatter subfloors.
  • "Engineered or solid?" Engineered, almost universally, for wide-plank. Solid wide-plank moves too much seasonally — engineered construction is dimensionally stable across Canadian humidity swings.
  • "Subfloor requirements?" Wide planks require subfloor flatness within 3mm over 3m. Self-level low spots before installation — wider planks telegraph subfloor imperfections more than narrow ones.
  • "What wear layer?" 2–3mm for budget. 4mm+ for one refinishing. 6mm for multi-refinish potential. Premium European brands ship with 4–6mm wear layers.
  • "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

How much does wide-plank hardwood cost?
Engineered wide-plank hardwood at Yaletown Floor ranges from $5 to $16 CAD per sq ft. Mid-grade 7" oak at $7–$9; premium 9"+ European oak at $10–$16.

Will wide planks expand and contract?
Engineered wide-plank hardwood is dimensionally stable across normal Canadian humidity (40–55% RH). Maintain consistent indoor RH year-round to minimize seasonal movement.

Can wide-plank hardwood go over concrete?
Yes — engineered wide-plank hardwood is approved for installation over concrete subfloors with proper moisture barrier underlayment.

What species are available wide-plank?
White oak dominates wide-plank (best grain expression). Red oak, hickory, walnut, and maple wide-plank are widely available. European oak and Scandinavian-mill brands offer the widest plank widths (10–12"+).

How long does wide-plank hardwood last?
Engineered with 4mm+ wear layer lasts 30–50+ years with periodic refinishing. Premium brands carry 25–50 year residential warranties.

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

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