Should I choose engineered or solid hardwood in Colorado Springs?

For most Colorado Springs homes, we recommend engineered hardwood. Our dry, high-altitude air pulls moisture out of solid wood, which can cause it to shrink, gap, or crack over time. Engineered hardwood's layered core stays dimensionally stable in these conditions while still giving you a genuine wood surface. Solid hardwood can be a great choice in climate-controlled spaces — we'll help you decide during your free in-home estimate.

Does hardwood flooring work with radiant heat?

In most cases, yes — but the type matters. Engineered hardwood is generally the better fit over radiant heat because its stable core handles the warming and cooling cycles without gapping the way solid wood can. Not every product is rated for radiant systems, so it's important to match the floor to your setup. Bring us your details and we'll confirm which of our hardwoods are approved for radiant heat.

Can you refinish engineered hardwood?

Often, yes — it depends on the thickness of the real-wood top layer. Engineered floors with a thicker wear layer can usually be sanded and refinished once or twice, while thinner-veneer products are designed to be lived on rather than refinished. Solid hardwood, by contrast, can be refinished many times. We'll tell you the wear-layer thickness on any floor you're considering so you know what to expect down the road.

How much does hardwood flooring cost in Colorado Springs?

Hardwood pricing depends on the species, construction, plank width, and finish you choose, plus subfloor prep and installation. Engineered and solid hardwood both span a wide range, so the most accurate number comes from seeing your actual space. The best next step is a free in-home estimate — we'll measure, factor in any prep, and give you a clear, itemized price with no surprises.

How long does hardwood flooring last?

Hardwood is one of the longest-lasting floors you can buy. Well-maintained solid hardwood can last for generations and be refinished several times along the way. Quality engineered hardwood commonly lasts 25 to 30 years or more, and those with a thicker wear layer can be refinished too. In our dry climate, choosing the right construction and keeping indoor humidity stable goes a long way toward maximizing that lifespan.

Do you offer hardwood flooring installation?

Yes. Our professional installers handle hardwood installation throughout Colorado Springs, including subfloor prep, moisture testing, acclimation, and finish trim — the details that matter most in our dry climate. We carry our own work from measurement to the final board. Visit our hardwood installation page or call 719-633-7724 to book a free in-home estimate.

Collection: Hardwood Flooring in Colorado Springs

Brands we carry: Anderson Tuftex, Appalachian, Bravada, Hallmark, Kahrs, California Classics, Mozaik Grove, Provenza, and Somerset

Floor Craft has been Colorado Springs' family-owned flooring store since 1942, and hardwood is one of the floors we're proudest to help homeowners choose. Our curated selection features engineered and solid hardwood from trusted makers like Kährs, Hallmark, and Bravada - in oak, hickory, maple, and more. Because our high, dry climate is hard on solid wood, we'll give you honest guidance on what actually holds up here. Visit our Academy Boulevard showroom for a free in-home estimate and professional installation.