The Difference Between SPC, Engineered And Solid Wood Floor

SPC (stone plastic composite) and engineered hardwood flooring are both made from multiple layers, whereas solid wood floor planks come straight from the wood of a tree. The layers that make up SPC and engineered hardwood flooring are quite different.


Engineered wood layers often include a hardwood veneer, wood, plywood or fiberboard, and sometimes additional layers. Again, solid wood planks are just as the name implies - a layer of solid wood - generally with a stained finish.

Engineered hardwood flooring and solid wood flooring can both be refinished, if needed. Engineered and traditional hardwood are often installed using nails, staples, glue, or other adhesives for fasteners.


SPC (stone plastic composite) flooring is a resilient, luxury vinyl plank variety with a rigid core made of limestone, polyvinyl, and stabilizers. SPC flooring is usually scratch resistant and durable. SPC is usually a floating flooring product that's easy to install. However, SPC flooring cannot be refinished unlike engineered hardwood or traditional hardwood.

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