There are so many different choices of wood to consider for your wood floors. Being one of the Front Ranges largest wood flooring retailers, we have wood flooring options for every style and decorating taste. Here are three characteristics to consider when choosing wood for your new floors.
Choose a wood that naturally has the color you want.
New wood floors
When you get new floors, you want to find a species of wood that will fulfill its purpose. There are three factors that play a big role in your choices: color, texture, and durability. Our wood flooring experts can help guide you towards the wood that meets all three criteria.
Color
Although you can stain the wood any color you want, wood is naturally beautiful. Different species will have different colors and tones. We bet that there is a species that has the natural color that you imagine when you think of your ideal hardwood floor. Exotic wood often has a more chocolate brown with dark tones, whereas our domestic species can range from a creamy blonde to more reddish brown. Should your floors suffer any scratching, unstained wood will hide scratches better.
Texture
Consider the grain pattern when choosing wood for flooring.
The next characteristic that you want to consider is the texture of the wood. All wood will have a grain pattern, but some are way more pronounced than others. A distinctive and bold grain can be beautiful, but it will add to the impact your floors will make. If you’re looking for your floors to make a bold statement, then go for a more prominent grain pattern. If you want a smoother look, consider a species where the grain pattern is more subtle and straight.
Durability
The heavier the wood, the more durable. The durability of the wood is just as important as the physical appearance. Make sure you understand how the wood is going to react in your climate. For the wood to be as dense and durable as it can be, it has to acclimate. Depending on where you live and your natural climate, some species may do better than others.
Hardwood flooring in Denver
Get unbiased advice on the best hardwood floor for your project. Talk to a hardwood flooring expert at our hardwood flooring showrooms in Denver and Evergreen.