Queens, NY
Flooring for Queens houses, co-ops and rentals
Modern Wood Flooring is a flooring showroom at 446 Avenue P in Brooklyn, open since 2002, supplying homeowners, contractors and property managers in Queens. Queens mixes wood-framed attached and detached houses with garden co-ops and elevator buildings, so the right floor depends on what sits underneath: solid or engineered hardwood over wood joists, engineered wood or vinyl plank over concrete.
Our showroom at 446 Avenue P is about 10.5 miles from Queens. Get directions or call (718) 252-6177 and we’ll pull samples before you arrive.
Homes and buildings in Queens
Much of Queens is one- and two-family attached and detached houses on wood framing, alongside large garden-apartment co-op complexes and elevator buildings. Many houses have finished basements, which call for floors that handle moisture.
Rental buildings and two-family houses with a rental unit are common, which makes durable, easy-to-replace floors popular with owners and property managers.
What to plan for
- Basements
- Below-grade rooms can be damp. Vinyl plank or engineered wood rated for below-grade use is usually safer than solid hardwood; check the product's installation instructions for moisture limits.
- Garden co-ops
- Co-op complexes often have their own alteration rules, including underlayment requirements. Ask the management office before you choose a floor.
- Rental turnovers
- For units between tenants, a durable vinyl plank in one or two standard colors keeps ordering and repairs simple.
Floors that suit Queens
- Solid hardwoodWood-framed houses with joists and a plywood subfloor take nail-down solid oak well, and it can be refinished many times.Browse solid hardwood
- Engineered woodA good fit for apartments and co-ops over concrete, and for rooms where stability matters.Browse engineered wood
- Vinyl flooringPractical for basements, kitchens and rental units: water-resistant and quick to install.Browse vinyl flooring
Examples from the current catalog. We carry more than we show online.
Guides for Queens projects
Common questions
Do you serve Queens?
Yes. Our showroom is in Brooklyn at 446 Avenue P, and we supply homeowners, contractors and property managers across Queens. Call (718) 252-6177 to talk through your project or arrange samples.
What flooring works in a Queens basement?
Usually vinyl plank or an engineered floor rated for below-grade use, installed over a flat, dry subfloor. Check moisture before you install.
Can you work with my contractor?
Yes. We work with your contractor, or we can refer an installer we have worked with for years.