Timeless Beauty & Lasting Value
Install Hardwood Floors in Denver & Surrounding Areas
We've spent over 10 years helping homeowners in Denver and surrounding areas choose and install the perfect hardwood floors for their spaces. Whether you're renovating a single room or updating your entire home, we handle every detail from material selection to the final finish.
10+
Years of Trust
Why Choose Hardwood?
Hardwood floors are more than just a design choice. They're an investment that pays off in durability, home value, and everyday comfort. Unlike carpet that wears down or vinyl that can feel artificial, real hardwood develops character over time. It can be refinished multiple times throughout its life, meaning the floors you install today can last generations with proper care.
Enduring Durability
Designed to last generations, hardwood can be refinished multiple times to maintain it's original luster.
Denver Climate Adaptability
Our climate's lower humidity and temperature swings can be tough on some flooring materials, but quality hardwood stands up well when properly installed and maintained.
Types of Hardwood Flooring We Install
We work with both solid hardwood and engineered hardwood, and we'll help you decide which makes sense for your project.
Solid Hardwood
Exactly what it sounds like: planks milled from a single piece of wood. It can be sanded and refinished multiple times, making it the longest-lasting option. We typically recommend solid hardwood for above-grade installations (main floors and upper levels).
OAK
MAPLE
HICKORY
WALNUT
Engineered Hardwood
Real hardwood veneer over a plywood core. This construction makes it more stable in areas with moisture or temperature changes, like basements. It's also easier to install over concrete subfloors. While it can't be refinished as many times as solid hardwood, quality engineered floors can still be refinished once or twice, giving you decades of use.
STABILITY
MOISTURE-RESISTANT
CONCRETE-READY
The Installation Process
01. Evaluation
Every hardwood installation begins with evaluating your subfloor and discussing your goals. We'll measure moisture levels, check for levelness, and make sure your space is ready for hardwood.
02. Acclimation
We help you select the right wood species, plank width, and finish for your home. We source top-tier materials and handle the acclimation process, allowing the wood to adjust to your home's environment before installation. This step is crucial in Colorado's climate and helps prevent issues like gaps or cupping down the road.
03. Installation
We use professional-grade equipment and techniques, whether we're doing a traditional nail-down installation, glue-down, or floating floor. We pay attention to layout, ensuring boards run in the right direction and transitions between rooms look natural
04. Finishing
After installation, we handle all finishing work, including sanding, staining (if desired), and applying protective coatings.
Hardwood in Denver's Climate
Colorado's dry climate and elevation present unique considerations for hardwood floors. Low humidity can cause wood to contract slightly, while summer humidity might cause minor expansion. We account for these factors during installation, leaving appropriate expansion gaps and using moisture barriers where needed.
Maintain relative humidity between 35-55% year-round using whole home humidifiers.
We intigrate strategic expansion gaps hidden beneath baseboards to allow for natural movement
Premium moisture barriers are standard in every Leonardo installation to protect from subfloor vapor.
Maintaining Your Hardwood Floors
Preserving the beauty of your hardwood floors requires minimal but consistent care. Simple habits prevent premature wear and keep your grain vibrant.
Weekly Care
Sweep or vacuum with a soft bristle head to remove abrasive dust
Cleaner
Use only Ph-neutral cleaners, avoid oil soaps and steam mops.
Protection
Apply felt pads to furniture legs and place mats at exterior entries.
Indicators
When water no longer beads on the surface, it's time for a professional screen & recoat.
Hardwood vs. Other Options
We also install vinyl and laminate flooring, so we can give you an honest comparison. Vinyl is more water-resistant and costs less upfront, making it great for basements or high-moisture areas. Laminate offers a wood look at a lower price point and holds up well to scratches.
But hardwood offers something neither can match: authenticity and longevity. It's real wood that ages beautifully, adds tangible value to your home, and can be restored rather than replaced. For main living areas, bedrooms, and dining rooms, hardwood remains the gold standard.
Benefits of Hardwood Flooring
Natural Warmth
Real wood acts as a natural insulator, providing a warm tactile feel even during Denver's winters.
Hypoallergenic
Unlike carpet, wood doesn't trap dust, pollen, or animal dander, promoting cleaner indoor air quality.
Unmatched Durability
Hardwood floors are a lifelong investment. With proper and the ability to be refinished, they can last for generations.
Ready to Install Hardwood Floors?
Leonardo's Flooring Corp serves Denver and surrounding areas with expert hardwood floor installation. With over 10 years of experience, we guarantee quality workmanship, premium materials, and service that puts your satisfaction first.