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Photos from recent Lion Construction staircase and woodwork projects across NYC and Long Island.
Expert wood floor installation services for Manhattan homes and businesses
New wood floor installation in Manhattan transforms the foundation of your living space - solid hardwood, engineered hardwood, wide plank, herringbone, and chevron patterns tailored to your home's style. Lion Construction Management installs wood flooring as part of larger renovation projects or as standalone transformations. We handle subfloor preparation, moisture testing, installation, and finishing - using nail-down, glue-down, or floating methods based on your building's construction and your flooring selection.
Manhattan's architectural fabric - from landmarked pre-war co-ops along Park Avenue to cast-iron lofts in SoHo and modern glass towers in Hudson Yards - presents renovation challenges unlike any other borough. Every project requires navigating co-op and condo board approval processes, alteration agreements, building management schedules, and often Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) review. Lion Construction Management has completed hundreds of Manhattan renovations, building deep relationships with building managers, doormen, and superintendents across the borough.
Photos from recent Lion Construction staircase and woodwork projects across NYC and Long Island.
Existing flooring is removed, subfloor is inspected, moisture-tested, leveled, and prepped for installation.
Hardwood is delivered and acclimated in your home for 3–7 days to reach equilibrium moisture content before installation.
Flooring is installed using the appropriate method - nail-down, glue-down, or floating - with staggered joints and tight seams.
Floors are sanded smooth, stained to your specification, and finished with three coats of polyurethane or hardwax oil.
Manhattan renovation projects follow a structured process shaped by the borough's unique building requirements. After your initial consultation, Lion Construction Management prepares a detailed scope of work and submits your building's alteration agreement package - including architectural plans, insurance certificates, and a construction schedule that complies with your building's specific rules. Once your co-op or condo board approves the project (typically 3-6 weeks), we file for DOB permits and begin material procurement. Construction in Manhattan typically occurs between 8 AM and 5 PM on weekdays, with all materials delivered through freight elevators on a pre-arranged schedule. Our project managers conduct weekly walkthroughs with you, provide photo updates, and manage every trade to keep the work moving efficiently within your building's constraints. Final inspections, building sign-offs, and security deposit return coordination are all part of our close-out process.
Hardwood floor installation in Manhattan ranges from $8–$14 per square foot for standard solid or engineered hardwood, to $15–$25+ per square foot for wide plank, herringbone, or premium species. A 1,000 sq ft installation project typically costs $10,000–$20,000 including materials and subfloor prep.
White oak is the most popular choice for Manhattan homes - it's durable, takes stain beautifully, and works in both traditional and modern interiors. Walnut offers rich dark tones, maple provides a light contemporary look, and hickory delivers dramatic grain variation. We help you select based on style, traffic, and budget.
Yes - engineered hardwood is the best choice over radiant heat systems. It's dimensionally stable and can be glued directly to the heated subfloor. Solid hardwood is not recommended over radiant heat due to expansion and contraction issues. We select compatible products and installation methods.
Installation of 1,000 sq ft of hardwood flooring typically takes 3–5 days, plus 3–5 days for acclimation beforehand and 2–3 days for finishing afterward. Total project timeline is usually 2–3 weeks from material delivery to final coat. We coordinate flooring with your overall renovation schedule.
Lion Construction Management provides wood floor installation services throughout Manhattan, including Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Midtown, Chelsea, SoHo, Tribeca, Greenwich Village, Financial District, Harlem, East Village, West Village, Murray Hill, Gramercy, Lower East Side, Hell's Kitchen. Whether you're in a pre-war co-ops or a new-construction property, our team delivers the same exceptional quality and attention to detail.
Professional hardwood floor installation services in Manhattan by Lion Construction Management. Serving Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Midtown, Chelsea, SoHo and all of Manhattan. Call (917) 575-1306. Lion Construction Management is a licensed, insured general contractor rated 4.9 stars on Google. Call (917) 575-1306 for a free estimate.