Engineered Wood Flooring FAQ's
What is Engineered Wood Flooring?
Engineered wood flooring is becoming increasingly popular as a durable and budget-friendly alternative to solid wood. Therefore, you can expect an increased resistance against temperature and humidity, as well as greater stability and a lower price range.
Due to the solid wood wear layer, even cheap engineered wood flooring will offer the same aesthetic as solid wood flooring. This also means that it can be sanded back and refinished in the same manner (providing there is a minimum of 3mm to start with).
At Flooring365, we have a wide range of affordable engineered wood flooring, with numerous different colours and styles to choose from. However, if you have a limited budget, our engineered wood flooring under £30 offers excellent value for money. Don’t worry, a limited budget does not mean limited in styles, with cheap engineered wood flooring available in a wide range of different colours and finishes. From cheap grey engineered wood flooring to cheap engineered oak wood flooring in black, coffee, natural, or smoked shades. Whatever your style, we have something for every home and budget here at Flooring365.
What Is The Average Cost Of Engineered Wood Flooring?
In the UK, you can usually expect to pay between £30-£40 per square metre for engineered wood flooring. However, as with anything else, the price of engineered wood flooring can vary, depending on what you’re looking for. Some of the biggest price factors depend on:
The width of the boards: Wider boards are often more expensive because larger trees are required.
The length of the boards: Longer boards also tend to be more expensive because larger trees are required. If you’re looking for cheap engineered wood flooring, you’ll most likely be looking at random-length boards.
The finish applied: Unfinished floors are cheaper but will require a finish to be bought separately. Whereas unique finishes such as handscraped or distressed are a lot more involved and come with a higher price tag.
The installation method: Click Lok floors are slightly more expensive but can prevent the need for an installer.
The thickness of the wear layer: Thicker wear layers will cost more because they include more oak or walnut.
The grade of the wood: If you are looking for cheap engineered wood flooring, you’ll want to avoid looking at prime-grade floors. Prime-grade floors will always cost more since the lack of knots is rare in a natural product.
The company you choose: Some companies will simply make the price higher than it needs to be. That’s why we’re proud to say we have the lowest prices online here at Flooring365.
What Is The Cheapest Engineered Wood Flooring?
Explore our range of engineered wood flooring under £30 for the best deals on affordable engineered wood flooring, with prices as low as £21.99. If you're in search of cheap engineered wood flooring, you've come to the right place.
The key to finding cheap engineered wood flooring is to be mindful of the thickness of the wear layer, the core material, and the installation method. By considering these factors, you can find cheap engineered wood flooring that meets your needs as well as your budget.
Wear Layer
The wear layer is the top layer of real wood that you see and walk on. The thicker the wear layer, the more durable the floor will be and the more times it can be refinished. However, thicker wear layers also come with a higher price tag.
Core material
Plywood is the most stable option, but it is also the most expensive. Whereas MDF and HDF are slightly less stable but much more affordable. Therefore, if you are installing engineered wood flooring in a high-traffic area, we would recommend choosing a plywood core. Otherwise, MDF or HDF can be a good budget-friendly choice.
Installation method
Glue-down is the most secure method, but it is also the most difficult to install. Nail-down is easier to install than glue-down, but it can damage the subfloor. Click Lok is the easiest to install, and can save costs on installation, but the boards will cost more to begin with.
Where Can I Find The Best Deals On Engineered Wood Flooring?
If you’re still looking for additional savings, we suggest that you keep an eye out for our upcoming discounts. This is where you will often find some of the best deals across the market, with daily price checks and unbeatable offers. While not every floor will be below £30 you can check out our additional offers on cheap engineered wood flooring in our engineered wood flooring sale.