What is Plank Flooring?
Plank flooring is flooring which is made from solid wooden planks. The majority of wooden flooring was plank flooring well through the 20th century, when alternatives to plank flooring began to gain ground. Many older homes retain their traditional plank flooring, and some new homes have plank flooring installed because people appreciate the look and durability of plank floors. Typically plank flooring must be installed by a contractor, using planks which have been custom cut for the structure. Traditional plank flooring was installed by laying planks directly over the supportive floor joists. Modern plank flooring is typically installed in the same way, although a layer of insulation may be put in place under the floor to keep the home warm. Flooring planks are typically wide and very thick, designed to withstand a lifetime of use, and they can be stained or painted or left untreated, depending on personal taste. They are typically mounted to the joist with wooden pegs which match the
