Hardwood FAQ's

The Janka Hardness Scalerates exotic woods as the hardest, but along with that increased hardness, and the rarity of some of the products, they can be costly. For most homeowners, oak, hickory, and maple are excellent choices for durable, hard-wearing floors. The harder the flooring, the longer it will last, so be sure to choose accordingly for your busy household.

The answer to this question depends on your outlook on the future of your flooring. Aluminum oxide is extremely durable and lasts an average of 25 years but makes refinishing a challenging process, often resulting in damage to the flooring underneath. The acid-cured finish lasts about ten years, providing excellent durability and dries quickly

The quick answer is yes, but here's why. This material's base is layered plywood, with the pieces sitting perpendicular to one another with a part of natural hardwood flooring placed on top. A protective wear layer covers this natural wood, and you have all the same options for picking a species, stain color, and finish as you would have with solid wood.

Grey wood floors have been a strong wood flooring trend for more than six years now. Since most trends usually last an average of five years, it’s safe to assume that the movement reaches the end of the line. However, some see a new trend, with grey and beige colors combining to make a middle-ground color trend that may catch up to the current market, so it might pay to keep an eye on that trend.