Before installation, maple flooring can cost the consumer around $3 per square foot, according to Helpful Kitchen Tips. Red oak flooring is a little more affordable at around $2 per square foot before installation.
A number of factors also contribute to the overall cost of maple and red oak flooring. Thicker boards can demand a slightly higher price tag than mentioned earlier. Higher quality wood with more desirable grain patterns can also demand a higher price tag. Both types of wood will generally require similar installation costs.
Oak flooring remains slightly cheaper than maple flooring because maple flooring offers more benefits to the consumer. Both types of flooring are hardwoods that are quite durable; however, maple flooring is a little more durable and resistant to wear than oak flooring. Both types of wood receive staining well and are available in eco-friendly engineered plywood forms that utilize some level of softwoods in their construction.