In the world of wood floors, there are many kinds of exotic hardwood flooring species to choose from. Each one has its own beauty and style that it can add to a home.
To make the right selection for your home, it’s important to know the different varieties available to you.
The fun part is looking through them all and finding your favorite.
The Finest Wood Floor Species Around
From a beautiful redwood shine to a dark and mysterious shade, each hardwood flooring product has a unique look and feel. Some hardwood floor species are darker than others while some are light and vivid.
Each type of hardwood also has its own specific characteristics such as knot holes, grain variations, and mineral streaks.
Here’s a little hardwood flooring species guide to what types are available to you:
- Oak (Mohawk’s “Havermill” line is a must see)
- Maple
- Hickory
- Cherry (Mostly known for its red shine)
- Ash
- Cypress
- Pine
There are many other types of wood used for flooring that you can explore, but these are the popular ones that are seen in many homes today.
Keep in mind that the term “species” doesn’t refer to color. Each species can come in many different colors and stains.
Where should I put Hardwood Floors?
In reality, most hardwood performs the same as the others. It all depends on where you plan on installing the wood.
The location of where your hardwood is going (along with a professional installation) is key to your floor’s performance.
We recommend installing your hardwood flooring in areas where moisture isn’t a problem such as:
- Living rooms
- Family rooms
- Bedrooms
- Hallways
You’re going to want to avoid putting it in areas where water is present like kitchens or bathrooms unless you’re getting engineered hardwood flooring. That’s a different story.
If you have any questions about this, make sure to ask your design consultant during the estimate.
Find the Right Hardwood Flooring Species for your Home!
If you’re ready to look through the most beautiful hardwood species available, it’s time to book your free hardwood flooring estimate with us today.
We carry some of the highest quality hardwood floors around, and we know you’ll find the perfect one for your home. All you need to do is pick up the phone and make the call.
During your estimate, one of our design consultants will help you find hardwood that matches your decor and rooms. We literally bring our store to your door.
Give us a call. We guarantee you’ll be satisfied.
