Among the wide array of possible floor coverings, hardwood provides some incomparable qualities. It’s natural, environmentally friendly, attractive, warm, and easy to maintain—giving any home’s decor a rich and distinctive feel while increasing resale value. Hardwood flooring also helps create a healthy home environment by eliminating the allergens associated with dust-trapping carpet.

Mirage floors can also be sanded, with the exception of Lock flooring, allowing you to change the look of your floor without a complete replacement. 

A hardwood floor is made of real wood, while an LVT floor is made of vinyl that imitates the appearance of other types of flooring such as hardwood, ceramic, stone or concrete.

Wood itself does not have soundproofing properties. However, certain structural elements of a building can affect a room’s acoustics. Sound performance can be improved during hardwood floor installation by taking specific measures.

Using an underlayment membrane designed to reduce noise (see Technical Newsletters #26 and #34), along with considering the construction features of the room, can make a significant difference in sound attenuation. 

Whether applied to solid hardwood or engineered planks, Mirage finishes are factory-applied to act as a durable shield over your hardwood floors. Thanks to a carefully balanced blend of ultra-fine mineral particles—among the hardest known to man—these finishes offer outstanding wear resistance, so durable that it could take decades to wear them down. They also contain agents that prevent the growth of bacteria and mold, contributing to a healthier home environment. The result? A uniform, durable, and resilient finish that protects against scratches and sun damage, while delivering exceptional long-term value. Visit our finishes page to learn more. 

Prefinished hardwood flooring has been completely finished in-factory and is ready to install in your home.  Unfinished flooring is raw hardwood that must first be installed and then sanded and refinished on site. Once prefinished flooring is installed (with a fastener), you can walk on it and put furniture on it immediately, making it less hassle for the homeowner. Boards can also be replaced without having to remove the entire floor, which is why we suggest to keep leftover wood in case you need it.

Choosing a floor that is right for your home is about more than choosing the hardest species. All our products are made from real hardwood, and with the natural beauty of each species come benefits. If you are looking for a species that will reduce the appearance of any regular wear-and-tear, choose something with distinct and visible grain pattern.

Explore the various species Mirage offers here.

Grade is a way to classify wood planks according to natural color variations and the presence of character marks. The grade is only visual and not a measure of quality, so choosing the grade that is right for you is about personal taste and needs. The more character the wood has, the better the floor will disguise everyday bumps and bruises, whereas the more uniform, the more visible any damage may appear.

See examples of the grades offered by Mirage here. 

We have an array of textures available on our products that add depth to an already beautiful floor, increasing its natural beauty. Some texture also helps to disguise minor wear and tear in addition to enhancing visual appeal.

Smooth: a smooth and silky surface that is timeless and classic.

Brushed: a brushed texture with a soft and velvety look.

Cork Look: a cork-like texture that delivers distinctive depth.

The more people there are, the greater the traffic and the better your floor needs to be at minimizing the appearance of any everyday wear and tear. If you have young children or pets, choose a textured hardwood floor or one with character and color variation. Matte finishes also tend to minimize the appearance of dents and scratches.

A multilayered flooring type featuring a real hardwood top lamella over a core layer with an optional backing layer. The 3-layer construction is designed to enhance plank stability under varying temperature and humidity conditions. See our technologies to find the best fit for you. 

Certainly, but the "rule of three" known in the hardwood industry suggests that you should only see a maximum of three different types of flooring from any point of view of your home.

Choosing a flooring technology depends on the environment where it will be installed. Mirage offers four flooring types: TruBalance, TruBalance Lite, Lock, and Classic/Solid.

TruBalance, TruBalance Lite, and Lock technologies offer more flexibility in terms of types of surfaces over which they can be installed since they can be glued down and floated. If you have a concrete slab or in-floor radiant heat, these technologies are best.

For ease of installation, the Lock is a great option. Once the recommended underlayment is rolled out, you simply lock the boards together with no need for nails or adhesive.

Speak to your Mirage dealer to learn more and find which technology is best for your project.

See the Technologies page for more information. 

Both colours have theirs advantages. Light wood floors add brightness and allow color to be introduced into the room. Choosing a lighter hardwood floor can allow you to express yourself by selecting paint or furniture in a more vibrant colour. Alternatively, a dark hardwood floor offers a more traditional look. Light walls often blend better with a dark hardwood floor.

Hardwood flooring has become a key design element in any space. Mirage prefinished floors are available in a wide range of on-trend, contrasting, and multi-tone colours. To explore the full selection and find the perfect match for your style, view our current offerings here.

Mirage hardwood floors create a healthy environment by minimizing the risk of allergy to dust. In addition, the hardwood floor is a natural floor covering, making it an ecological choice. Learn more about our green efforts.

Mirage prefinished hardwood floors come in three different finishes made for residential settings. There is an option for every taste and need.

DurAlive™: Resistant and silky to the touch, this translucent finish lets vivid colors shine through. Ideal for dynamic families with children and pets, as well as young professionals with active social lives, DurAliveTM offers the natural look of wood with minimal maintenance—keeping any space both beautiful and protected.

DuraMatt®: An ultra-matte finish that has the look of pre-oiled hardwood floors without the hassle of regular application. It acts like a second skin for your floor, providing optimal protection while preserving the appearance of the natural wood. Business professionals and retirees alike will appreciate the timeless elegance of this stylish, durable finish, adding value to their property and leaving a lasting impression on guests.

Cashmere®: A matte finish that minimizes the appearance of daily wear and tear. Easy to maintain, it provides the durability you're looking for. This satin coating is perfect for creating a lived-in feel or giving your home a vintage twist.

Discover the full details of each finish here. 

Board length varies in every box for installation and depends on the technology and width of the flooring you choose.

TruBalance

TruBalance Lite

Classic

Lock