Hardwood
Hardwood flooring brings elegance, warmth, and value to any home. With endless design possibilities, natural durability, and a unique character in every plank, hardwood is a floor your family will love for generations.
Hardwood Flooring in Mokena, IL & Highland, IN
Timeless Beauty. Built to Last. Installed with Care.
Hardwood floors are unmatched for their warmth, elegance, and lasting value. At Creative Carpet & Flooring, we offer a wide selection of solid and engineered hardwood from top brands—carefully chosen for durability, beauty, and everyday performance.
Every hardwood flooring installation tells its own story, and with more than 30 years of design and installation experience, we know how to bring that story to life.
Why Choose Hardwood Flooring?
Natural Beauty
Each board has its own character, grain, and color variations for a one-of-a-kind floor.
Durability & Longevity
Hardwood is dense, durable, and built to last for generations with proper care.
Home Value
Hardwood is a desired feature for homebuyers and can boost resale value.
Easy Maintenance
Simple sweeping and occasional refinishing keep your floors looking beautiful.
Versatile Styles
From classic oak to modern maple, wide planks to herringbone, hardwood adapts to any décor.
Timeless Appeal
Hardwood flooring offers a classic look that never goes out of style.
Hardwood Flooring Options
We carry a wide range of hardwood flooring styles to suit every home, room, and budget.
Popular options include:
Solid Hardwood
Long-lasting, and able to be refinished many times over. Ideal for above-grade installations like living rooms and bedrooms.
Engineered Wood
Made from layers of real wood for added stability. Ideal in humid environments like basements or areas with fluctuating moisture.
Wide Plank & Specialty Cuts
Broader boards showcase more of the wood’s natural grain. Perfect for making rooms feel open, bold, and distinctive.
Eco-Friendly Choices
Responsibly sourced and sustainably harvested. A smart choice for beauty that’s better for the planet.
Hardwood Flooring Brands We Carry
At Creative Carpet & Flooring, we partner with the most trusted names in flooring to give you unbeatable selection, quality and style:
- Anderson Tuftex
- Hallmark Floors
- Mirage
- Shaw Floors
- Mohawk
- Armstrong
- Noblewood
- Paramount Flooring
- Preverco
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between solid and engineered hardwood, and which is better for my home?
Solid hardwood is made from a single piece of wood and can be refinished multiple times. In contrast, engineered hardwood features a real wood top layer over a plywood backing, which is more dimensionally stable and resists expansion and contraction better than solid wood. Engineered is better for basements, concrete subfloors, and areas with humidity fluctuations, while solid is ideal for main living areas where maximum refinishing flexibility is desired.
Is hardwood flooring a good option for homes with kids or pets?
Yes, with proper species selection and maintenance. Harder woods, such as oak and maple, resist dents better, while darker stains help conceal scratches. Engineered hardwood offers greater stability against moisture from spills and accidents, making it often a preferable choice for active households.
Can hardwood be installed in basements or over concrete subfloors?
Engineered hardwood can be installed over concrete subfloors and in some basement applications, provided proper moisture control is implemented. Solid hardwood is not recommended for concrete or below-grade installations due to concerns about moisture that can cause warping and cupping.
How can I protect hardwood floors from scratches and wear in a busy household?
Use area rugs in high-traffic zones, place felt pads under furniture legs, and maintain proper humidity levels between 30% and 50%. Keep pet nails trimmed, use walk-off mats at entrances, and clean up spills immediately to prevent water damage.
Which hardwood species are most durable and popular in Illinois and Indiana homes?
Oak remains the most popular choice for its durability and classic grain pattern. At the same time, maple offers exceptional hardness for high-traffic areas. Hickory offers maximum durability, while walnut is favored for its rich, dark appearance in more formal settings.
How often do hardwood floors need to be refinished, and what does that process involve?
Quality prefinished hardwood floors can last 15-25 years before you need to refinish them, although gouges, dents, scratches, and water damage may necessitate refinishing sooner. Both solid and good-quality engineered floors can be refinished. The process involves sanding down the surface, applying stain if desired, and adding multiple protective finish coats, which typically take 3-5 days, with a drying time between each coat.