Unfinished hardwood floors are in their natural state, which means that once installed, everything from sanding to staining to finishing needs to be done. This type of unfinished hardwood floor has many advantages and disadvantages. Nowadays, individuals prefer installing prefinished hardwood floors instead of an unfinished one because prefinished hardwood floors are easier and of course more convenient to install.
Benefits of installing unfinished hardwood floors
Installing unfinished hardwood floors in place of prefinished hardwood floors offers several advantages and benefits. First, these unfinished floors are more adaptable to the interior design of the home. Second, it becomes easier for the installer to create custom items. Also, there are some types of wood that are only available for unfinished hardwood floors. Most importantly, unfinished hardwood floors are less expensive than prefinished hardwood floors. In short, installing unfinished hardwood floors can be beneficial and is not required at all for installing prefinished hardwood floors.
Advantages of installing prefabricated floors over unfinished hardwood floors
Prefabricated hardwood floors are floors to which layers are applied during the manufacture of the floors. In other words, prefinished hardwood floors are also known as factory-applied finishes, which are of course quicker, easier, and perform better over time. After the protective layers have been applied, the floors are allowed to dry for some time. The floors are coated with aluminum oxide urethane to ensure the durability of the wooden floor and to preserve its color. These prefabricated hardwood floors are both scratch and stain resistant.
Installing prefabricated hardwood floors offers several advantages. Some of the advantages are as follows. Firstly, installation takes less time because all floor coverings are ready to install. Second, no drying or curing time is required. Also no strong odors or dust from sanding during installation. These prefabricated parquet floors are guaranteed against any defects, so they can be repaired by the company itself. Most importantly, these prefabricated floors can be refinished multiple times without having to relocate families during completion. Because of these long-term benefits, most people nowadays prefer installing prefabricated floors over an unfinished wooden floor.
Wide range of colors for untreated hardwood floors
A large selection of colors is available for untreated parquet floors. Some of the most commonly preferred colors are as follows. American cherry with a deep red-brown color, clear beech with a natural pinkish-yellow hue, and walnut with a rich, natural chocolate brown.
