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What are the benefits of Hardwood Flooring over Laminate Flooring? I'm putting in about 500 sqft of laminate flooring in my basement, but I love real hardwood floors. Are there any good advantages to having hardwood floors over laminate? Laminate is definitely cheaper... ~ Nauntilus
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you should not install hardwood below grade. Too much moisture in basement areas. They will void your warranty
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express01 wrote:you should not install hardwood below grade. Too much moisture in basement areas. They will void your warranty So when you say "grade" you mean ground level? ~ Nauntilus
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yes. Sometimes they will allow a walkout basement, but most will void and run at the first opportunity. (walkout means the basement is at ground level at the back or front)
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engineered hardwood would be an option
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some hardwoods are made for below grade also,check with manufacture.
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