Cavalieri Flooring is Orlando's authorized CALI dealer for engineered hardwood flooring. CALI hardwood features real wood veneers, superior dimensional stability for Florida's humidity, and wine-country inspired finishes. Browse five collections in-store at 4301 36th St, Orlando, FL 32811 or shop online.
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Read MoreAnswers to the most common questions about CALI engineered hardwood flooring from Cavalieri Flooring in Orlando, FL.
Engineered hardwood is a multi-ply flooring product with a genuine hardwood veneer on top bonded to layers of high-density plywood or HDF beneath. This cross-ply construction makes it far more dimensionally stable than solid hardwood — it expands and contracts less with temperature and humidity changes, making it the preferred hardwood choice for Florida homes and slab-on-grade construction.
Yes — much better than solid hardwood. CALI engineered hardwood is designed to handle humidity fluctuations common in Central Florida. The plywood core absorbs and releases moisture more evenly, preventing the cupping and gapping that plagues solid hardwood in humid climates. We recommend keeping interior humidity between 35–65% for best results, which is easily achieved with standard AC in an Orlando home.
Yes. All five CALI engineered hardwood collections we carry (Barrel, Cellar, Meritage, Varietals, and Whiskey & Wine) feature a 2–3mm real wood veneer — thick enough to be sanded and refinished 1–2 times over the floor's lifetime. This lets you refresh the color or remove surface scratches without replacing the entire floor, adding significant long-term value to your investment.
Solid hardwood is milled from a single piece of wood and is more vulnerable to humidity-driven expansion and contraction. Engineered hardwood uses a real wood top layer bonded to a stable plywood core. In Florida's climate, engineered hardwood performs significantly better — it can be installed over concrete (which solid cannot), and it won't warp or gap as dramatically with seasonal humidity swings. Both deliver the authentic hardwood look and feel.
With proper care, CALI engineered hardwood can last 25–50 years. CALI backs their collections with a limited lifetime residential structural warranty and a 50-year finish warranty, making them one of the most confidently warranted engineered hardwood lines on the market. Routine sweeping, a damp mop, and avoiding standing water are all it takes to maintain the finish long-term.
We carry five CALI engineered hardwood collections at our showroom at 4301 36th St, Orlando, FL 32811: Barrel (warm cognac tones), Cellar (deep, rich character), Meritage (versatile wine-country hues), Varietals (natural, unstained wood), and Whiskey & Wine (bold knots and smooth grains). Visit us in-store or request a free estimate online.