Hardwood flooring refers to a type of flooring made from real wood that is derived from deciduous trees. It's renowned for its durability, natural beauty, and timeless appeal. Typically, hardwood floors are manufactured from various species of hardwood such as oak, maple, cherry, walnut, and hickory.

Solid hardwood, not to be confused with laminate or engineered hardwood, is made from a single piece of wood, solid hardwood is milled from a solid piece of timber. It is generally thick and can be sanded and refinished multiple times, allowing it to last for generations. Solid hardwood is sensitive to moisture and temperature changes, so it's not recommended for areas with high humidity or moisture levels, such as basements or bathrooms.

Hardwood flooring comes in various styles, finishes, and colors, offering homeowners a wide range of options to complement different interior designs and preferences. Installation methods can include nail-down, glue-down, or floating installations, depending on the type of hardwood flooring chosen.

Maintaining hardwood floors typically involves regular cleaning, occasional refinishing to maintain its appearance, and protecting it from excessive moisture or direct sunlight, which can cause fading or damage. Overall, hardwood flooring is a popular choice due to its natural elegance, longevity, and ability to add value to a home.

Hardwood Flooring Calculators

• Flooring Cost by Area Dimensions - Computes the cost of flooring based on the dimensions (LxW) of the room and the unit price per square foot of the hardwood flooring.  It also returns the square feet of the room. 
• Floor Area + (Angle Bump-out) - Computes square feet of a room based on the length and width of main room and the front and back width and depth of a bump-out.
• Floor Area + (Squared Bump-out) - Computes square feet of a room based on the length and width of main room and squared bump-out.
• Flooring Cost by Square Feet Covered - Computes the cost of flooring material based on the square feet of the room and unit price per square foot of the flooring.  Use this for cost of flooring with rooms with bump-outs after computing the total area (TA) using the bump-out functions above.
• Cost to Refinish Hardwood Flooring - Estimates the cost of refinishing hardwood flooring.
• Hardwood Flooring Nails Needed - Computes the number of flooring nails needed based on the room dimensions, width of the flooring boards and desired spacing of the nails.
• Wood Stain Calculator - Computes the amount of stain needed for a wood surface (e.g., hardwood floor).