Prefinished hardwood floors are becoming increasingly popular and widespread, because people choose them over regular hardwood floors that require finishing on top of installation. Prefinished hardwood floors cut down on the installation time immensely, for one does not need to worry about finishing, waiting for the top coat to dry, and then covering it again with another layer. All of this would take a long time and would seem very tedious; so many individuals choose to buy the already prefinished hardwood floors. Another advantage that prefinished hardwood floors have is that they have been coated with at least seven coats, and they are guaranteed to look impeccable. Finishing your own hardwood floors may be very difficult, for one has to make sure that particles do not get caught in the paint, for if they do, it will diminish the entire appearance of the hardwood floors. However, when you buy prefinished hardwood floors, you can expect the boards to be flawless and ready to install. Prefinished hardwood floors are available in many different thicknesses and widths, ranging from 5/16 inches to 3/4 inches in thickness. They are also available in numerous colors, and styles, and can be either nailed or stapled down in installation.