Hardwood oak flooring is a popular choice for many people because it is so stylish and yet hard wearing at the same time. However, hardwood flooring does also have its disadvantages. It can be hard to install by yourself and so will require professional installers, and it can also react to temperature changes, expanding and contracting as heat and cold come and go. Laminate flooring can be a good alternative to get around these issues, but it is not real wood, so if what you want is wooden floors, then this will not stand up to the mark. Engineered wood floors provide a happy medium. Made from real wood, it is plywood underneath and oak on the top and bottom layers. Having a middle layer of plywood is actually more beneficial than having solid oak floors, because it gives additional strength but also removes the issue of the wood being affected by moisture or temperature changes. This technique also makes the wood cheaper than solid wood, and so is great for anyone on a budget. Consequently, engineered flooring is ideal for using with underfloor heating, where solid wood floors would not be. We have engineered wood floors available in a variety of wood finishes and colours, including Oak Natural, Antique Dark Stain, and the beautiful warm reddish tones of Jatoba. If you’re not sure which colour might work best in your home, then you can get three free flooring samples delivered for free, so that you can compare them against your décor to see which works best.