Which type of hardwood is best adapted?
The time has come to choose new flooring for your home, and whether it is because it is a new home or you only want a change, it is never easy, as the choices are enormous. At least, you have opted for hardwood flooring. That narrows the search down, so which wood? Which color?
You suddenly realize that there are lots of different kinds of wood.! Rest assured that we can help you find which type of hardwood is best adapted to you, as they come in a vast variety of colors and grains. Here are just a few of the different kinds of wood available at T&G Flooring.
Ash Wood
The chances are that when you see a light-colored wooden floor, it is ash. This is a very hard wood, sturdy and durable. Many say the ash is the hardest which makes it ideal for heavy traffic! If you look closely, you will notice white dots on the grain, which differentiate it from hickory. Ash works well for homes with modern to classic style, and in offices.
Brazilian Cherry
Brazilian Cherry, also called Jatoba, is a deep burgundy wood from South America. This is also a very hard wood, perfect for living rooms and corridors. Its vibrant colors will give your home serenity and class.
Oak
Ash is the hardest wood.
Oak is the most widely wooden floor used in the US. Its popularity comes from the fact that this wood is very versatile and resistant. It comes in a large variety of grain pattern and tint. If after many years your oak wood flooring starts to look grey, just give it a good refinish, a professional can do that for you if you are not a DIY enthusiast. Oak works well for classic or rustic homes.
Walnut
Walnut is one of the most valuable hardwoods; its specific grain will give your home a vibrant look, the floor will be what draws eyes first! It is a strong and durable wood that works in most rooms with variations from light to dark chocolate brown. Bear in mind that the American black walnut is darker than its European cousin.
There are many more types of wood to choose from, but we hope at tandgflooring.com that this will give you an insight into what’s in our store. We will no doubt look into other types of hardwood to help you choose what is right for you and your home. Please, give us a call for more advice and pricing or drop into one of our showrooms in Evergreen or Denver.