This floor is solid oak and features sandy tones and striking knots for a light aesthetic. Our Woodpecker York White Washed Oak is sold in packs - £190.08 for a 1.98 sq m per pack

For family-run, independent online tiles and flooring specialist Hyperion Tiles, engineered wood and solid wood flooring each have their benefits, however both can instantly add character and a sense of warmth to your home for winter. So, we asked our director, Richard, to reveal some of his favourite USPs for each floor type to help make your choice easier:-

Solid:
1. Value - if you install a solid wood floor, this can increase the value of your home
2. Durability - if you maintain it properly, your floor can last for decades with sanding and the right treatment
3. Easy to clean - you can sweep or vacuum and damp mop from time to time to keep it looking as good as new
4. Staining options - You can stain it in different finishes to work with any changes in your interior
5. Insulation - Solid wood is a natural insulator so can help to reduce energy costs and maintain a comfortable temperature in a room

Engineered:
1. Stability - it tends to be made with multiple layers of wood, making it incredibly stable
2. Versatility - you can install it in a basement or rooms with underfloor heating
3. Durability - the top layer is real wood, so you can achieve the same beautiful look
4. Installation - this can be designed with a tongue-and-groove or click-lock system, making it easy to install
5. Moisture resistant - due to the multiple layers, this helps it to resist moisture in rooms, such as a kitchen

Richard adds: "Both flooring types are excellent choices for almost every room in your home. Each type has its relative merits. Prioritise location, desired durability, budget and personal preferences before making your final decision."

Above L: This beautiful Woodpecker York Tawny Oak flooring is an elegant solid oak floor which is sold per pack, £190.08 for 1.98 sq m
Above R: Our Woodpecker York Rustic Oak flooring is a traditional solid wood floor featuring honey hues and a medley of plank lengths for a classic finish to any home, £180.18, sold at per 1.98 sq m pac

Above L: Our Woodpecker Berkeley White Oak is engineered wood flooring, which offers a scandi touch to this contemporary kitchen. Filled with character, it costs £259.53 per pack (2.11 sq m)
Above R: Our Clarence Aged Oak flooring features engineered wood design panels in a statement design and is handcrafted to order. Priced at £179.20 per pack as a special order (0.56 sq m per pack)

Our highly skilled team are available to offer expert advice, technical know-how and in-depth product knowledge on solid and engineered wood flooring, tiles and LVT. We work closely with homeowners, designers, specifiers and architects.

You can peruse and buy comprehensive collections of more than 15,000 types of tiles, flooring and bathroom accessories for residential and commercial projects online or simply visit us at our Ascot showroom. For more information on solid and engineered wood flooring, why not read our latest blog here?

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Our Woodpecker Harlech Rustic Oak flooring is made with engineered wood and features golden tones, making this the perfect choice for adding warmth to a living room. With a generous 4mm solid wood wear layer, it's also ideal for high traffic areas and costs £153.90 per pack - 1.71 sq m