Lake Tahoe Community
Old Greenwood Flooring
A gated golf community in Truckee known for custom homes and cabins.
Mountain & Luxury Flooring
Custom Flooring for Old Greenwood Homes
Old Greenwood is a gated golf community set on roughly 600 acres of pine and sage-covered hillside just outside historic downtown Truckee, at an elevation of approximately 5,900 feet. It is the showcase development of Tahoe Mountain Resorts, built around a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, and offers custom estate homes, villas, and fractional residences through the Tahoe Mountain Club. Truckee's own planning records list Old Greenwood as a project under the Town of Truckee's jurisdiction, and permits for work inside the community are administered by the Town of Truckee Building Division rather than Placer County.
Homes here run toward mountain-modern and rustic-luxury architecture — big timber, stone, and glass built for four-season living, ski access, and entertaining. At this elevation the wood floor itself becomes a structural decision, not just a finish choice: seasonal humidity swings, dry winter heat, and hydronic (radiant) heating systems all act on solid wood very differently than they do at valley elevations.
Renaissance Floors is a licensed California contractor (CSLB C-15 #1060673) based in Roseville, serving custom hardwood installations for mountain and cabin homes throughout the Truckee/North Tahoe corridor, including Old Greenwood. We specialize in wide-plank white oak and engineered constructions chosen specifically for altitude stability, freeze-thaw resilience, and radiant-heat compatibility — the combination most Old Greenwood homeowners are looking for when they replace builder-grade flooring or plan a new custom build.
Elevation ~5,900 ft · Hwy 80 · Nevada County
What We Install
Popular Flooring Choices in Old Greenwood
The materials and details mountain and luxury homeowners in this area tend to choose — and how we install them to last at altitude.
Wide-plank European & French white oak
Old Greenwood's estate homes lean toward wide-plank white oak — typically 7" to 10"+ widths — for its warm, timeless look against timber-and-stone interiors. Wider boards read as more custom but require careful engineering and acclimation to perform well at altitude.
Engineered construction for elevation stability
At roughly 5,900 feet, humidity and temperature swing more dramatically across the seasons than in the Sacramento Valley. Engineered white oak, built with a cross-layered core, resists the expansion and contraction that can cause solid wood to cup, gap, or crown at this elevation — especially over radiant heat.
Radiant-heat compatible installs
Many Old Greenwood homes use hydronic radiant heat under wide-plank floors. We install engineered wood systems rated for radiant subfloors, with attention to acclimation schedules and moisture readings before the boards ever go down.
Wire-brushed & hand-scraped character finishes
Textured, character-grade white oak — wire-brushed, hand-scraped, or lightly distressed — hides seasonal micro-movement well and fits the rustic-luxury aesthetic common in Tahoe Mountain Resorts homes.
Walnut, chevron & herringbone accents
For great rooms, entries, and primary suites, we install walnut or mixed-species chevron and herringbone patterns as a statement complement to the wide-plank field flooring found throughout the rest of the home.
Mountain Considerations
What Old Greenwood Homes Need From a Floor
Altitude, freeze/thaw cycles, seasonal humidity, and snow-melt entries all shape the right flooring — here's what we account for.
Freeze-thaw & seasonal humidity swings
Old Greenwood sees cold, dry winters and warmer, drier summers with real humidity swings between seasons. Flooring needs proper acclimation on-site and construction (engineered vs. solid) matched to the home's HVAC and radiant setup.
Radiant-heat subfloor compatibility
Hydronic radiant systems are common in Truckee-area custom builds. We confirm subfloor heat output, install engineered products rated for radiant use, and follow manufacturer-specific acclimation protocols before installation.
Ski-boot & snow-melt entries
Mudrooms and ski-entry areas take repeated snow-melt moisture through the winter. We spec more moisture-tolerant finishes and transition details in these zones to protect the field flooring beyond.
Engineered vs. solid at ~5,900 feet
At Old Greenwood's elevation, engineered wide-plank flooring is generally the more stable choice over solid wood, particularly with wider boards and over radiant heat. We help homeowners weigh the trade-offs for their specific home and use.
Moisture testing & subfloor prep
Before any install, we test subfloor moisture content and job-site relative humidity, and address subfloor flatness and vapor management — steps that matter more in mountain construction than in valley builds.
Local Resources & References
Helpful Old Greenwood Resources
Authoritative local and industry references for permits, community info, and flooring standards.
- Building Permits & Building Division (Town of Truckee)Town of Truckee
- Old Greenwood course & community overviewTahoe Mountain Club
- Check a California contractor licenseCSLB
- Wood flooring technical guidelines (moisture, installation)NWFA
External links are provided for reference. Always confirm current requirements with the issuing agency or association.
What We Install
Flooring Services in Old Greenwood
Explore our mountain-home flooring approach and our wood species & wide-plank options.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you install flooring in Old Greenwood?
Yes. Renaissance Floors installs custom hardwood, engineered wood, and luxury flooring throughout Old Greenwood and the Nevada County side of the Lake Tahoe region. Call (916) 749-0272 for a free estimate.
What flooring holds up best at Old Greenwood's elevation?
At mountain elevations with big seasonal swings, engineered hardwood and quality wide-plank white oak are dependable choices, and we prep and acclimate every floor for the local climate. We'll recommend the right product for your home during a free walkthrough.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes — we hold CSLB C-15 license #1060673 and carry insurance. Note we're licensed in California and serve the California side of the Tahoe/Truckee region.
Do you install and refinish hardwood floors in Old Greenwood?
Yes. Renaissance Floors is a licensed California contractor (CSLB #1060673) serving custom hardwood projects throughout the Truckee/North Tahoe area, including Old Greenwood.
What flooring holds up best at Old Greenwood's elevation?
At roughly 5,900 feet, engineered wide-plank white oak is typically the more stable choice, especially over radiant heat or in homes with big seasonal humidity swings. We'll assess your specific home before recommending solid vs. engineered.
Do I need a permit for new flooring in Old Greenwood?
Old Greenwood falls within Town of Truckee jurisdiction, so permitting (where required, e.g., for subfloor or structural work) runs through the Town of Truckee Building Division, not Placer County. We can help you understand what your specific project needs.
Can you install wood flooring over radiant heat?
Yes — we regularly install engineered wide-plank flooring rated for radiant-heat subfloors, following proper acclimation and moisture-testing protocols before installation.
How do I get a quote for my Old Greenwood home?
Call (916) 749-0272 for a free estimate, or reach out through our site. Owner Alex has 15+ years of experience with custom mountain hardwood installs.
Custom Flooring for Old Greenwood
Call (916) 749-0272 for a free estimate on hardwood, engineered, and luxury flooring in Old Greenwood.