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Pricing and Costs of Hardwood Floor Manufacturers

Understanding the factors that impact the pricing and costs of hardwood floor manufacturers

By Virginia Franco, Freelance Writer
There are several factors that go into the price a hardwood floor manufacturer will ultimately charge for its product. Everything from the type of material, the finish that may or may not come with it, and the quantity of your purchase, will greatly impact the price and your budget.

This guide will help de-mystify the logic behind the pricing and costs of hardwood floor manufacturers products. The three factors listed below perhaps play the biggest role in determining the price of wood floors and understanding them will help you select the best wood floor that meets your needs and fits your budget.

1. The price of wood floor material ranges greatly depending on the type selected.

2. The finish you choose for your wood floor will impact the cost.

3. Buy from hardwood flooring manufacturers in bulk and save.

 

Determine what type of wood floor material you want to purchase

The type of wood you select probably is the single greatest determining factor when it comes to price. The more exotic types like bamboo wood flooring come from the woods of South America, Asia and Africa. They therefore incur import charges, tend to be used for more "high end" projects and are priced accordingly. Buyers can expect to pay more than $5 per square foot. Engineered wood floors, also known as laminate wood flooring, are made with less real wood and are generally less expensive at approximately $2-$3 per square foot.
Try: Wood Floors Online's ExoticWoodFlooring website lists manufacturers of exotic hardwood floors. Pergo is the leading manufacturer of engineered or laminate flooring. Their inventory includes a variety of styles and looks.

Compare pretreated vs. unfinished wood floor prices

When you purchase wood that requires finishing after installation it will likely cost as $2-$3 less per square foot than pre-finished wood. Keep in mind that the price of finishing the floor to your specifications once it is laid will need to be factored into your budget.
Try: Wood Floors Online compares the various wood finishes side by side. Flooring Key's website includes a bulleted list of when to choose pre-treated and unfinished wood flooring.

Purchase from wood floor manufacturers in bulk and save

Purchase in bulk quantities and buy from wholesale liquidators to effectively eliminate the middle man. These savings are passed along to the buyer -- who is able to purchase quality products and save at least 10% if not more.
Try: Alibaba lists names of international manufacturers of hardwood flooring, many with large minimum order requirements. Advantage Carpet and Hardwood has relationships with several different hardwood floor manufacturers that, when ordered in large quantities, allow buyers to take advantage of lower prices. Their prices on exotic woods are less than $5 per square foot.

 

  • If you have a small area to cover with wood flooring, be sure to contact hardwood floor manufacturers and ask about their discounted extra inventory. Many times these vendors have extra inventory in smaller amounts that is left over from larger orders but suitable for smaller jobs. These remnants are often for sale for a fraction of the original cost.

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