Thursday 27 September 2018

EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS WHEN IT COMES TO HARDWOOD FLOORING


When picking hardwood flooring to their homes, most people generally tend to go for conventional varieties like white or red oak, walnut, or cherry. Whilst it is a fact that these species are all extremely hardwearing and durable, and are available in many distinct colors and textures; your house could really benefit if you tried something new and unique.

There are estimated to be approximately 100,000 species of trees in the world at present, but obviously only a few hundred of these are acceptable for producing hardwood flooring. The following are a Couple of unusual species that are increasingly gaining popularity:

Rosewood -- This is an extremely beautiful, hard and durable species, also known for its decorative features and applications. In terms of colour, you can expect anything from a deep purple with black flecks to some dark brown; all fading to a delightful golden brown over time.

Jatoba -- A characteristically hard timber, Jatoba has rich pink/reddish brown colors that deepen with age.

Merbau -- Additionally one of the hardest species you are able to choose, Merbau has interesting characteristics in regards to colour. The heartwood colour is yellowish or more of a orange brownish -- darkening to reddish brown over time- but the yellow tones change if the wood is restored or sanded, leaving a type of golden finish.

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