ENGINEERED VS. SOLID WOOD: MANUFACTURER REALLY DOES MATTER

You nailed it—manufacturer makes all the difference. I’ve seen some “engineered” floors that honestly put solid to shame, especially when you factor in kids, pets, or just real life. I used to be skeptical too, but after a few projects where engineered held up better than expected (even with heavy foot traffic), I’m way less rigid about it. The stigma around engineered being “fake” is so outdated... and yeah, humidity is a beast for solid wood. It’s all about picking the right product for the space, not just chasing labels.