Fair |
Solid Hardwood |
Engineered Wood |
Laminate |
Cork |
Installation below grade level |
NO |
YES (follow recommended installation instructions) |
YES (follow recommended installation instructions) |
YES (follow recommended installation instructions) |
Installation |
Nail down |
Product dependent |
Floating |
Floating |
Wear resistance |
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Moisture resistance |
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Fade resistance |
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Stain resistance |
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Design and color selection |
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Underlayment required |
No |
Yes, when floating |
Yes |
Yes |
Suitable for radiant floor heating systems |
No |
Follow recommended installation instructions |
Quiet Warmth ONLY |
Quiet Warmth ONLY |
