Solid hardwood gives your home a natural floor made from one piece of wood. With the right site conditions and care, it can serve a home for decades and may be sanded and refinished in the future. We install solid hardwood in Vaughan and across the GTA, with free delivery when you book installation.

Solid hardwood installation starts at $3.00 per sq. ft.

Free delivery with installation.

Completed solid hardwood flooring project
Finished solid hardwood flooring in a GTA home

How Solid Hardwood Is Installed

Most solid hardwood floors use a nail-down or staple-down installation over an approved wood subfloor. The crew plans the board direction, checks room transitions and leaves the expansion space required by the manufacturer. Solid hardwood is generally intended for above-grade rooms rather than basements.

The $3.00 starting rate applies to standard solid hardwood installation. Removal, floor preparation, repairs, stairs, borders, patterns, trim and site conditions can affect the final price.

Old Floor Removal and Moisture Checks

We can remove carpet, laminate, vinyl or an existing wood floor when included in your project. Once the subfloor is visible, we check for squeaks, movement, uneven sections and moisture concerns. The wood flooring and home need to meet the manufacturer’s moisture and acclimation requirements before installation.

  • Clear the rooms and empty closet floors.
  • Keep normal heat, air conditioning and humidity conditions running.
  • Allow the wood to acclimate for the time required by its manufacturer.
  • Discuss heavy furniture, appliances and baseboards before the scheduled date.

Choosing a Solid Hardwood Colour and Grade

Species, grade, finish and plank width shape the final look. Natural and medium tones show grain without making dust stand out. Light stains brighten compact rooms. Dark stains create contrast but need more frequent cleaning. A character grade shows more knots and variation, while a select grade looks more consistent.

Browse our solid hardwood flooring collections and bring cabinet or paint samples to compare at the Vaughan showroom.

Solid Hardwood Installation Tips

  • Use solid hardwood in rooms and floor levels approved by the manufacturer.
  • Maintain indoor humidity throughout the year to reduce seasonal gaps and movement.
  • Order enough material for cuts, natural colour variation and future repairs.
  • Check door clearance, stair nosing and transitions before installation begins.
  • Protect the finished floor with felt pads and entrance mats.

Installation Across Vaughan and the GTA

Our installers serve Vaughan, Woodbridge, Concord, Maple, Kleinburg, Thornhill, Richmond Hill, Markham, North York, Toronto, Etobicoke, Scarborough, Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, Aurora, Newmarket and communities throughout the Greater Toronto Area.

Plan Your Solid Hardwood Installation

Visit our Vaughan showroom at 8001 Jane Street, Unit 3 to compare samples and collections. For availability and an installation quote, contact Home Design Flooring or call 905-532-9992.

Solid Hardwood Installation Questions

Can solid hardwood be installed over concrete?

Standard solid hardwood normally requires an approved wood subfloor and fastening system. Site-specific alternatives need professional review before the product is selected.

Can solid hardwood go in a basement?

Solid hardwood is generally not recommended below grade. Engineered hardwood or waterproof vinyl plank may suit that location better.

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