[0] Engineered Wood Shop Engineered Wood [Cons] Typically can be refinished only once or twiceOff brands may have voids in core, which weakens wood surface Ends may split on off brands [Care] Place walk-off mats at entries to catch dirt; frequently shake mats. Place protective pads on the bottoms of chair and table legs. Regularly sweep or dust-mop the floor, or use a vacuum cleaner without a beater bar. Remove scuffs and heel marks by lightly rubbing the spots with a soft, clean cloth sprayed with hardwood floor cleaner recommended by the flooring manufacturer. Never wax or use oil soap. [Cost] $4-$19 per square foot, installed [Pros] 
Shrinks and expands less than solid woodQuicker installation time Some can be installed below grade Comes prefinished so the stain and protective finishes will be more consistent and harder