Each manufacturer has various color selection and finishes along with there particular varieties and sizes. The thicker this layer is the times the floor can be refinished in the future. Most start at three to four and go up to 7 or so coats. Today's technology has created many new acrylic finishes such as Aluminum Oxide finishes, which manufacturers now use on their factory finished products and carries a limited 25 year warranty. With today's different types of finish, most products carry a 1 to 5 year warranty and some a 25 year warranty.
Installation varies from area to area, a unit prices is added into the overall cost.
With custom work, moilding, and any special prep adding to the square foot price. When making a wood floor part of your home, whether remodeling, or new construction always factor in the flooring cost before you start. Plan ahead, know what you want, allow the wood flooring contractor the time he needs, without interruption from other trades.