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.
