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Hardwood quote: what to expect in Toronto

A hardwood quote in Toronto is a set of lines, not one lump sum. Stain matching is itemized as its own no-cost line, and acclimation is written as a typical 3–5 day on-site window.

Species

European white oak

Supply from $4/sq ft sits on this product line. The species is named on its own, so the rest of the quote can change without a new lump sum.

Grade

Stated on its own line

Grade is listed separately from species, width, thickness, and finish, so a homeowner can swap that one line.

Width

Stated on its own line

Width is its own line. A wider face is a different line, not a hidden part of one total.

Thickness

3/4 inch, about 19 mm

Floors Toronto supplies 3/4 inch European white oak engineered hardwood, about 19 mm, and the thickness is written out rather than folded into the finish.

Finish

UV-cured aluminum oxide

The finish line names UV-cured aluminum oxide and the sheen option.

Stain matching

No-cost line

Free custom stain matching is itemized as a distinct, no-cost line. The physical sample is confirmed before production. Lead times for custom stain add calendar days even when material is in stock.

Method

Glue-down, floating, or nail-down

The method is matched to the subfloor. Unlike solid strip, Floors Toronto engineered hardwood moves up to 3× less under Toronto humidity change and is available in 3/4 inch thickness with UV-cured finish; occupied RH near 35–55% is required for stable installs across Yorkville and Forest Hill condominiums.

Moisture testing

Included where glue-down applies

Moisture testing belongs on the quote where glue-down applies, not as a day-of extra.

Condo soft costs

Elevator, COI, after-hours

Elevators, a certificate of insurance, and after-hours work are lines of their own. They are the soft costs that surprise a first condo quote when they are missing.

Timeline

Start and completion

The quote names estimated start and completion, including a typical 3–5 day on-site acclimation window.

Warranty

Written product and labour terms

The line carries written product and labour terms, including a written 5-year workmanship warranty. Refinishing later can defer replacement — factor 1–3 sand cycles on engineered oak.

Install planning bands are guidance, not a rate card: floating $2–$3, glue-down, glue-assist, or nail-down $2.50–$4, herringbone or chevron $4.50–$5.50 per sq ft. What moves the number is on the cost guide.

The timeline is written.

The quote states acclimation, installation days, and finish cure before furniture returns. Acclimation is a typical 3–5 day on-site window. Installation days and cure time are named beside it, with estimated start and completion dates, so a condo move-in can be planned against a date rather than an optimistic guess.

Floors Toronto typically replies within one business day when the request includes square footage, building type, and subfloor condition. A site visit may follow for a larger or more complex project before the final itemized quote.

What to send.

Those lines can be filled from what you already know:

  1. 01 Room-by-room square footage, or floor plans if you have them.
  2. 02 Building type: condo, house, or townhouse.
  3. 03 Subfloor: concrete slab, plywood, or an existing floor to come out.
  4. 04 A stain reference — photos of trim, or a paint code.
  5. 05 A target move-in or renovation date.

Two other quotes, minutes.

Floors Toronto’s quote broke down every line item so clearly that comparing it against two other Toronto companies took five minutes instead of hours.

Toronto homeowner, comparative quoting

Questions, answered.

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How long does it take to get a hardwood quote from Floors Toronto?

Floors Toronto typically replies to a Toronto quote request within one business day, provided basic details like square footage, building type, and subfloor condition are included in the initial inquiry. A site visit may follow for larger or more complex projects before a final itemized quote is issued.

What information should I provide to get an accurate Toronto hardwood quote?

Share room-by-room square footage, your building type (condo, house, or townhouse), current subfloor condition, and any stain reference photos to get the most accurate Toronto quote from Floors Toronto. This information lets us itemize species, grade, install method, and moisture-testing needs correctly on the first pass.

Why do two Toronto hardwood quotes for the same square footage differ so much in price?

Price differences between Toronto quotes usually trace back to differences in grade, thickness, finish quality, or whether moisture testing and acclimation are included at all. Floors Toronto itemizes every component specifically so homeowners can identify exactly where a lower quote is cutting a corner rather than comparing two unlike offers.

Does a Floors Toronto quote include the cost of stain matching?

Yes. Free custom stain matching is itemized as a distinct, no-cost line on every Floors Toronto quote rather than being bundled invisibly into the product price. This transparency lets Toronto homeowners see exactly what the stain-matching process includes before comparing it against another company's offer.

Should a Toronto hardwood quote include a written timeline?

Yes. A complete Toronto quote should specify acclimation duration, installation days, and finish cure time in writing, not just a vague estimate. Floors Toronto includes this timeline breakdown on every quote so homeowners on tight condo move-in schedules can plan around a realistic completion date.

(07) — Start your project

Tell us about your space.

What do you need?

Supply and install. Our oak, then our crew: measure, moisture, method, and a written 5-year workmanship warranty.

  • Reply within 1 business day
  • Stain match included when you order
  • Itemised, no-obligation quote
  • Insured crews, 5-year workmanship warranty

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