These are real BBS Flooring prices on running-line products — always in stock, not discontinued closeouts.

Feature	Laminate	Vinyl (LVP/SPC)	Engineered Hardwood	Solid Hardwood
Starting Price	$1.49/sqft	$1.79/sqft	$2.99/sqft	$5.69/sqft
Typical Range	$1.49–$2.39	$1.79–$3.09	$2.99–$5.29	$5.69–$6.79
Installation	$2.00–$2.25/sqft	$2.00–$2.25/sqft	$2.25–$4.25/sqft	$2.25/sqft
500 sqft All-In	From $1,745	From $1,895	From $2,620	From $3,970
Waterproof?	Water-resistant	Yes — 100%	No	No
Best For	Bedrooms, offices, dry areas	Basements, kitchens, bathrooms, rentals	Living rooms, dining rooms, main floors	Premium homes, long-term investment
Lifespan	15–25 years	20–30 years	25–50 years	50–100 years
Can Be Refinished?	No	No	1–3 times	5+ times
Radiant Heat?	Yes	Yes	Yes	Not recommended
Over Concrete?	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
Pet Friendly?	Yes	Most durable	Scratches possible	Scratches easily
Resale Value	Low–Medium	Medium	High	Highest

All prices include GST. Installation includes subfloor prep, transitions, and free furniture moving. Calculate your exact cost →

Starting from $2.99/sqft (Select Grade European Oak)

Engineered hardwood is what we install in 60%+ of our projects. Here's why it's the sweet spot for most GTA homeowners:

• Real wood beauty — the top layer is genuine hardwood (White Oak, Red Oak, Maple, Hickory). It looks, feels, and sounds like solid hardwood.
• Better stability — the plywood core resists expansion and contraction from Ontario's humidity swings (dry winters → humid summers). Solid hardwood gaps and cups; engineered stays flat.
• Goes anywhere — over concrete slabs, over radiant heat, in condos, in basements (above-grade). Solid hardwood can't do any of that.
• Wide planks available — 5" to 7¼" widths for a modern, premium look.
• Can be refinished — 1–3 times depending on wear layer thickness.

We carry 100+ engineered hardwood styles from Vidar, Wickham, Northernest, and more. Browse our full selection →

Starting from $1.79/sqft (SPC click-lock vinyl plank)

If moisture is even a possibility — basement, kitchen, bathroom, laundry, or rental property — vinyl is the answer. Our SPC (Stone Polymer Composite) vinyl is the latest generation:

• 100% waterproof — not water-resistant, waterproof. Leave a puddle on it overnight, no damage.
• Extremely durable — stone polymer core won't dent or indent like older vinyl. Handles pets, kids, dropped tools.
• Looks like real wood — modern LVP has realistic wood-grain textures and embossing. Guests won't know it's vinyl.
• Quiet underfoot — built-in underlayment on most styles. No hollow laminate sound.
• Fast click-lock installation — floating floor, no glue needed. Most rooms done in a day.

At $1.79/sqft starting price, this is the best-value waterproof flooring in the GTA. See all vinyl options →

Starting from $1.49/sqft (12mm, AC4/AC5 rated)

When budget is the priority and the area is dry, laminate delivers the most floor per dollar:

• Lowest cost hard-surface flooring — 500 sqft installed from $1,745 total.
• 12mm thickness — feels solid and premium underfoot. Thin laminate (7–8mm) feels cheap; ours doesn't.
• AC4/AC5 durability — rated for heavy residential and light commercial traffic.
• Water-resistant — handles splashes and quick cleanups. Not recommended for bathrooms or basements with moisture risk.
• Realistic wood looks — modern laminate printing is incredibly convincing.

Best for: bedrooms, living rooms, offices, hallways, and any dry area where you want hardwood looks on a tight budget. Browse laminate styles →

Starting from $5.69/sqft (¾" solid Oak)

Solid hardwood is the gold standard — a floor that can literally outlast your house:

• ¾" solid wood throughout — no layers, no core material. Pure hardwood.
• Refinish 5+ times — sand it down and change the color in 20 years. Solid hardwood gets better with age.
• Highest resale value — real estate agents consistently rank hardwood floors as the #1 upgrade buyers look for.
• Species options — Oak, Maple, Birch, Hickory in multiple widths and finishes.

The trade-off: Solid hardwood can't go over concrete, doesn't work with radiant heat, and is sensitive to moisture. If your home has a concrete subfloor or you want it in a basement, go with engineered instead.

Browse solid hardwood →

Room	Best Choice	Why
Living Room / Dining Room	Engineered Hardwood	Beauty + durability + resale value
Bedrooms	Laminate or Engineered	Laminate saves budget; engineered adds value
Kitchen	Vinyl (SPC)	100% waterproof, handles spills and drops
Bathroom	Vinyl (SPC)	Only waterproof option — no hardwood or laminate
Basement	Vinyl (SPC)	Waterproof + goes over concrete + handles temp swings
Rental Property	Vinyl (SPC)	Durable, waterproof, cheap to replace if damaged
Home Office	Laminate	Budget-friendly, handles rolling chairs
Stairs	Engineered or Solid Hardwood	Best look + our stair crew specializes in this
Condo	Engineered Hardwood	Floats over concrete, meets condo sound ratings
Whole House (budget)	Vinyl main + Laminate bedrooms	~$3.49–$3.79/sqft all-in
Whole House (premium)	Engineered Hardwood + Vinyl wet areas	~$5.24–$7.50/sqft all-in

Not sure what you need? Book a free in-home measurement — we'll see your rooms, check your subfloor, and recommend the right product for each area. Book now →

Stairs are a completely different installation process than floors. We have a dedicated stair renovation crew that handles:

• Stair refinishing (existing hardwood stairs): $125/step
• New straight hardwood steps: $185/step
• New pie/bullnose/triangle steps: $225/step
• Railing sand & restain: $25/ft
• New iron or wood pickets: $25/piece (installed with material)
• New nosing: $30/ft

A typical 13-step straight staircase renovation runs approximately $2,225. Vinyl stair caps are also available for a more budget-friendly option.

See our stair renovation work →