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With advances in the industry over the past few decades, customizing your wood floor is easier, and more affordable, than ever before. You can create a one-of-a-kind look with simple upgrades such as borders, medallions, and exotic wood species.

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TYPES OF WOOD FLOORS

SOLID FLOORING

All wood flooring, regardless of width or length, that is one piece of wood from top to bottom is considered solid flooring. Solid flooring gives you a great opportunity for customization. Your choice of species, stains and finishes all contribute to the personalization of a solid floor. This is an excellent choice in most areas of a home on the ground level or above.

These companies offer solid hardwood floors click the image to gather more information.

ENGINEERED FLOORING

This wood flooring product consists of layers of wood pressed together, with the grains running in different directions. It is available in 3 and 5 ply. Engineered flooring is perfect for those areas of the house where solid wood flooring may not be suitable, such as basements, kitchens, powder rooms, and utility rooms. Because the grains run in different directions, it is more dimensionally stable than solid wood.

ACRYLIC IMPREGNATED FLOORS

Acrylic Impregnated floors is a process where acrylics are injected into the wood itself, creating a super-hard, extremely durable floor. This type of flooring is often used in commercial installations, like shopping malls and restaurants, however, they are right at home in busy households as well.

TYPES IN ROOMS
(SOLID AND ENGINEERED)

Advances in wood flooring during the past few years mean that you now can have wood flooring anywhere in your home or business. Where you want to put it, however, will determine the type of wood flooring you can use.

These brands offer first quality engineered and laminated floors follow the link for details.

PREFINISHED VS. UNFINISHED WOOD FLOORING

Deciding between pre-finished or unfinished wood flooring can be difficult for any homeowner. Pre-finished flooring has a durable finish that can’t be achieved on floors finished on the job site. A 15 year, 25 year, or even 50 year finish warranty is standard on many prefinished floors. They are also finished in a factory under ideal conditions which include a completely dust free environment, UV curing, etc. Pre-finished floors mean less mess during installation, too. Unfinished wood flooring has its advantages, also. It is available in more widths and wood species than pre-finished and can be matched to existing wood floors.

To help you decide on pre-finished or unfinished wood flooring, consider these questions:

  • Is this floor going to be installed in new construction, or as an upgrade? If it is in your existing home, pre-finished flooring might be easier.
  • Are you trying to match to an existing floor or trim? If so, unfinished wood will be easier to stain to match.
  • Do you have children or pets that you don’t want to expose to the fumes and mess during finishing at your home?
  • Are you looking for a specific plank width or an unusual wood species for your flooring? You will have the most choices with unfinished wood.
  • Does your home have historical significance or are you trying to maintain the architectural integrity of your home? Unfinished flooring would be most appropriate in this case. Follow the links to check viability and styles of these companies.

 

Styles of Wood Floors

Strip flooring
Strip flooring is linear flooring that is usually 2 1/4", 1 1/2", or 3 1/4" wide. It creates a linear effect in a room often promoting the illusion of a larger space.
Plank flooring
Plank flooring is also linear, however, it is wider in width. Common widths of plank flooring are 3", 4", 5", and 6".
Parquet flooring
Parquet flooring is a series of wood flooring pieces that create a geometric design. Choosing the style that is best for you is an important decision, and will be based on a variety of issues including your lifestyle and your decorating style.
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GRADES

The appearance of the wood determines its "grade." All grades are equally strong and serviceable, but each affords you a different look.

CLEAR

Clear wood is free of defects, though it may have minor imperfections.

SELECT

Select wood is almost clear, but contains some natural characteristics such as knots and color variations. This is the most common choice for homeowners.

NO. 1 COMMON

Common wood (No. 1 and No. 2) has more natural characteristics such as knots and color variations than either clear or select grades, and often is chosen because of these natural features and the character they bring to a room. No. 1 Common has a variegated appearance, light and dark colors, knots, flags and wormholes.

NO. 2 COMMON

Common wood (No. 1 and No. 2) has more natural characteristics such as knots and color variations than either clear or select grades, and often is chosen because of these natural features and the character they bring to a room. No. 2 Common is rustic in appearance and emphasize all wood characteristics of the species.

CUTS

The angle at which a board is cut determines how the finished product looks. Wood flooring is either plainsawn, quartersawn or riftsawn.

Plainsawn

Plainsawn is the most common cut. The board contains more variation than the other two cuts because grain patterns resulting from the growth rings are more obvious.

Quartersawn

Quartersawing produces less board feet per log than plainsawing and is therefore more expensive. Quartersawn wood twists and cups less and wears more evenly.

Riftsawn

Riftsawn is similar to quartersawing, but the cut is made at a slightly different angle.

SPECIALTY DESIGNS ELEMENTS

With advances in the industry over the past few decades, customizing your wood floor is easier, and more affordable, than ever before. You can create a one-of-a-kind look with simple upgrades such as borders, medallions, and exotic wood species.

BORDERS

Borders create a frame effect in a particular room or area, and usually contrast to the main area of the room. For example, a simple installation of a medium colored wood such as strip white oak might include a border outlining the room in a contrasting darker species of wood such as Brazilian cherry. The possibilities are endless, and are not limited to wood only. Borders can incorporate multiple wood species, stone, marble, brass, stainless steel, nickel and other metals.

MEDALLIONS

Medallions usually are installed in the main field of the floor, typically in areas such as foyers. Medallions can incorporate multiple wood species, and other mixed media, such as stone, metal and leather. Factory finished medallions can be routed into existing floors with minimal disruption. For more customized looks, such as a family crest, a professional wood flooring installer can work with you to select the species and colors that will best meet your needs.

EXOTIC WOOD

Exotic woods are available in a variety of colors and can add an entirely new look to any room. Want something with a pinkish-red hue to enhance your décor? Consider Bubinga from Africa. Is rustic more your style? Take a look at Australian Cypress, which is harder than domestic knotty pine. Is purple your passion? Purpleheart from Mexico will age to a deep purple or purplish brown. Want something sleek and dark? Wenge from Africa, will age to a very deep brown, almost black, color. With exotic wood species, the possibilities are endless.

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