[RickFLM4]

Real hardwood or engineered wood? We have engineered wood in 2 bedrooms and my office and it has held up for 20+ years in 2 of those rooms (the third was done later and also has held up well). It can’t really be refinished like real hardwood, but seems like it fits what you want to do and is reasonably cost effective. But I’m not sure about getting it done with subfloor prep, labor etc, for $10k if you really have 2,000+ sq. ft. to get done.

I’d find a local flooring store. Home Depot, Lowe’s, etc. subcontract to those types places and if you deal direct you might find a better deal.