The Pros and Cons of 4 Wood Floor Species

There are tons of wood species out there used for wood flooring. This week, we’ve selected a few to talk about and discuss their individual pros and cons. Keep on reading to learn more!

Learn about the pros and cons of some common wood species used in wood flooring in our blog!

1. Wood Floor Species: Walnut, American

 

If this can fit in your budget, walnut is an amazing wood species. It is appreciated for its varying grain pattern, durability, figure and grade. Even though it is moderate in density, it is still very hard and sands and finishes extremely well. Homeowners just love its stability. Of course, this amazing wood species comes with a high price tag as I mentioned earlier. If you need a large amount of it, you may have to order it well in advance. This most certainly is a pricey wood species, but homeowners generally agree that it is worth the large price tag.

 

2. Wood Floor Species: Ash, White

 

This is a very tough material and this wood species is actually used in baseball bats and tool handles. When it has a clear finish, it will appear extremely blond in color. It also has a lot of pores, so stains are absorbed fairly evenly. This type of wood species is great for heavy foot traffic, and it resists impact very well. On the downside, some homeowners notice that this type of flooring can develop cracks over time. People love the look, however, so there aren’t too many cons when it comes to this wood floor species.

 

3. Wood Floor Species: Mahogany, African and American

 

If you live in a hot or humid climate, this is the wood floor species for you. Aside from it being very stable in terms of handling moisture, this type of mahogany offers a very distinct brown, reddish-golden color. It’s very durable, and homeowners love the golden luster it offers. This wood species can be very hard to find, which makes it very expensive. You may also run into less than reputable sellers trying to pass off different mahogany as authentic African or American mahogany.

 

4. Cherry, American Black

 

This species is so beautiful that you won’t even need to stain it. It can be found as a red-brown color, to a light pink-reddish color. The grain of the wood is wavy, and it will darken over the years to offer a russet brown. You pay a high price for this kind of beauty, and it’s softer than oak, which means it is not the most dent-resistant wood species out on the market. If you have a younger family, this wood species may not hold up to children playing and wrestling around.

Hardwood Flooring Specialists

There are plenty of flooring styles and choices on the market, but you can narrow down the right fit for your home when working with our specialists.

 

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