The prefinished flooring discussed below refers to solid hardwood that is 3/4" thick. It is stained and finished at a factory so it can be installed and ready to go without staining or sanding. This type of flooring has continued to gain popularity because of it's advantages. 

Site-finished flooring, on the other hand, is installed in it's raw form and then sanded, stained and finished on site. This option has advantages as well. Ultimately, it is up to the homeowner to decide which option will best serve their needs and  preferences . . . 

​Trying to decide between carpet and hardwood is a dilemma most homeowners face at some time or another. Typical considerations include cost, durability, looks, etc. Below you will see some of the advantages of hardwood floors . . .
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You may have heard that it's important to acclimate hardwood flooring before it's installed. If you haven't heard, let me confirm that acclimation is very important.

Acclimation is accomplished by allowing the wood to sit in the room, where it will be installed, for about a week. The wood will adjust - or acclimate - to the humidity and  ​