Hardwood Floor Installation in NE Georgia
Solid. Engineered. Prefinished. Site-finished. See them all in our Bethlehem showroom before you decide.
New hardwood floors change the entire feel of a home. But with dozens of species, widths, finishes, and installation methods to choose from, the decisions can feel overwhelming before you even get to color.
That's what the showroom is for.
Walk in, take your shoes off, and stand on actual hardwood samples — not a 2x2 square from a catalog. See how white oak looks in natural light vs. warm light. Feel the texture difference between wire-brushed and smooth. Compare a 3-inch plank to a 7-inch plank on an actual floor. Bring your paint swatches, your cabinet samples, whatever you're working with. This is how you make a decision you're happy with for the next 30 years.
Once you've picked your flooring, our installation crew handles the rest. We've installed hardwood floors in homes across NE Georgia since 1995 — new construction, renovations, single rooms, and whole-house projects. We know how to handle Georgia's humidity swings, how to acclimate wood properly, and how to transition cleanly between rooms and flooring types.
Installation Types
Solid Hardwood
The real deal — 3/4" thick solid wood that can be sanded and refinished multiple times over its 50–100 year lifespan. Best for main-level living areas. We nail it down to your subfloor for a floor that doesn't move, doesn't flex, and sounds solid underfoot.
Engineered Hardwood
Real wood veneer over a plywood core. More dimensionally stable than solid hardwood, which means it handles humidity changes better — a real consideration in Georgia. Good for basements and over concrete slabs where solid hardwood can't go.
Prefinished Hardwood
Finished at the factory. Faster installation, no dust or fumes in your house, and the factory finish is typically harder than what can be applied on-site. The tradeoff: you can feel micro-bevels between boards, and the finish isn't as seamless as site-finished.
Site-Finished Hardwood
Installed raw, then sanded and finished in your home. Seamless look with no gaps between boards. You pick your exact stain color on-site. Takes longer and requires our dust-free sanding setup, but the result is a floor that looks like one continuous surface.
Not sure which makes sense for your house? That's a conversation worth having in person.
What Our Customers Say
Real reviews from verified Google customers.
"Zac and David did a great job with my floors. They made sure to clean up after themselves and fix any issues as they arose. The customer service was great and the floors turned out perfect."
"Exceptional is the first word that comes to mind with the service I received from Southern Woods Flooring. Zac was so flexible with my renovation delays from start to finish. He went above & beyond to work with my schedule. He was always available to answer questions. And of course a big thank you to the installers for such a beautiful job!"
"Southern Woods sanded and refinished the floors in 3 rooms and added wood floors in 3 additional rooms. They did a great job of matching the new floors with the old ones, delivering on-time service and an overall great experience. We would certainly recommend them and would use them again if we have further flooring needs!"
Frequently Asked Questions
Most rooms take 1–3 days depending on size, subfloor condition, and whether you're doing prefinished or site-finished. A whole-house installation typically runs 3–5 days. We'll give you an accurate timeline during the free proposal.
Prefinished hardwood comes from the factory already sanded, stained, and sealed. It installs faster and there's no dust or fumes. Site-finished is installed raw and then sanded and finished in your home — it takes longer but gives you a seamless look with no micro-bevels between boards. We install both and can show you the difference in the showroom.
It depends on what's there. Engineered hardwood can sometimes go over existing hard surfaces if they're flat and stable. Solid hardwood needs to be nailed to a wood subfloor. We never recommend installing over carpet, and old vinyl may need to come up first. We'll assess your subfloor during the proposal visit and tell you exactly what's needed.
We carry white oak, red oak, hickory, maple, and several other domestic and exotic species in our showroom. White oak is our most popular — it's hard, takes stain well, and handles Georgia humidity better than most. Come in and see them side by side before committing to a color online.
Installed cost typically ranges from $8–$15 per square foot depending on species, width, and whether it's prefinished or site-finished. That includes materials, labor, and basic furniture moving. We provide a written quote with exact pricing after measuring your home — no ranges, no surprises.
Yes. Stair installation requires more precision than floor work — custom-fit treads, risers, and nosing pieces that have to align cleanly. We do this regularly and can match your stairs to your new or existing hardwood floors. Stair work is priced separately because of the additional labor involved.
See the wood. Feel the finish. Make a choice you'll live with for decades.
Visit our Bethlehem showroom to compare hardwood species, widths, and finishes side by side.