Chicago's Trusted Oak Flooring Installers
Oak remains the most popular hardwood species installed in Chicago-area homes, prized for its durability, versatile grain, and how well it takes a stain. Luciano's installs oak in both solid and engineered construction, in red oak and white oak, as part of our full residential hardwood flooring services.
Not sure whether solid or engineered oak fits your space? Our engineered vs. solid hardwood guide breaks down the real differences in cost, durability, and moisture resistance. And if you're budgeting a project, our hardwood flooring rates guide covers installed pricing by species and construction type.
Browse the oak options we install below, or reach out to our team for anything not listed.
Oak Flooring Options We Install
Solid Red Oak
Red oak brings a warm, slightly pink-red tone and a bold, open grain. It's a classic choice for traditional Chicago homes and can be refinished many times over its life.
Solid White Oak
White oak runs cooler and more neutral, with a straighter grain and noticeably better natural resistance to moisture than red oak — plus slightly harder underfoot.
Engineered Red Oak
Engineered construction gives red oak's warm tone better dimensional stability, making it a strong fit for basements, slab-on-grade rooms, and homes with radiant heat.
Engineered White Oak
Engineered white oak combines a cooler, moisture-resistant top layer with a stable plywood-style core — ideal for basements, concrete slabs, or radiant heat. See our full engineered vs. solid hardwood comparison for the complete breakdown.
Wide-Plank & Custom Oak
Want a wider plank or a custom stain? We offer wide-plank oak and custom finish options so your floor matches your exact vision, not just a standard catalog choice.
And More — Reach Out to Our Team
Looking for a species, width, or finish not listed here? Every project is different. Contact our team for a free consultation and we'll help you find the right oak option for your space.
Solid vs. Engineered Oak: Which Do You Need?
Solid oak suits most main living levels and can be refinished many times over its life. Engineered oak is the better choice for basements, concrete slabs, or radiant heat, offering the same real-wood look with more dimensional stability. Not sure which applies to your space? Contact us for a free assessment and we'll recommend the right option.
Our Oak Installation Process
Free Estimate
We come to your space, measure, assess the subfloor, and discuss which oak species and construction fits best. Most quotes delivered same-day.
Material Selection & Planning
We help you choose between red oak and white oak, solid or engineered construction, plank width, and finish for your specific space and lifestyle.
Subfloor Preparation
A perfect floor starts with a perfect subfloor. We check for level, moisture, and structural integrity before a single board goes down.
Installation
Our crew installs your flooring with precision — proper nailing patterns, glue-down where needed, and expansion gaps where required.
Sanding & Finishing
Oak's open grain takes stain beautifully. We sand using our dustless system and apply your chosen stain and finish — see our staining services or our finishing guide for current popular stain colors and dry times.
Final Walkthrough
We don't leave until you're satisfied. We inspect every board, clean up completely, and walk you through care instructions.
Numbers that speak for themselves
We've worked on hundreds of residential homes across the region, building a reputation for quality and reliability. Our clients come back because we deliver what we promise, every time.
Homes completed
Residential projects finished to client satisfaction.
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Years of experience
A quarter century of hardwood flooring expertise and craftsmanship.
Client satisfaction rate
Nearly every client recommends us to friends and family.
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Serving Chicago & the North Side
We serve homeowners and businesses throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, including:
Chicago Neighborhoods: Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, Logan Square, Bucktown, Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Andersonville, Roscoe Village, River North, Old Town, Ravenswood, Ukrainian Village, Humboldt Park, Pilsen, Hyde Park, Bridgeport.
North Shore & Suburbs: Evanston, Oak Park, Elmhurst, Villa Park, Lombard, Glen Ellyn, Naperville, Schaumburg, Roselle, Bloomingdale, Addison, Wood Dale, Itasca, Elk Grove Village, Bensenville, Glendale Heights, Carol Stream.
See our full service area
Not sure if we serve your area? Call us at (773) 510-0630 andwe'll let you know.
What clients say
Real experiences from homeowners and business owners who trusted us with their floors
Residential Portfolio
Various residential installations that speak for themselves
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Frequently Asked Questions About Oak Hardwood Flooring
Red oak has a warmer, slightly pink-red undertone and a more open grain, while white oak has a straighter grain, cooler neutral tones, and better natural resistance to moisture. White oak is also slightly harder than red oak.
Yes. Oak is one of the harder domestic hardwood species used in flooring, and both red and white oak hold up well to everyday foot traffic, especially with the right finish.
Solid oak can be refinished many times over its life and suits most main living levels. Engineered oak offers better dimensional stability in basements, over concrete, or with radiant heat. We'll help you decide based on where it's being installed.
Yes. Oak's open grain takes stain well, which is part of why it's popular — it works with everything from natural and golden tones to gray and dark espresso finishes.
Ready for Beautiful Oak Hardwood Floors in Chicago?
Whether you're after the warmth of red oak or the cool, modern look of white oak, Luciano's Hardwood Flooring delivers the craftsmanship and service your floors deserve.
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