Types of hardwood flooring
Hardwood is often the top choice for new floors. Their natural beauty lets any room shine.
At Specialty Interiors, we offer many types of hardwood flooring. By explaining each one, we’ll help you pick the right one for you!
Wide Plank Hardwood
Originating from the largest part of a tree’s trunk, the planks are strong and perfect for massive rooms. With fewer seams, this hardwood gives your floors a simplistic and classic look.
Engineered Hardwood
Known as the man-made flooring, engineered hardwood’s name is more than suitable. Layers of hardwood are stacked on top of each other to create solid flooring that withstands 20 to 30 years of wear and tear.
European Hardwood
European hardwood flooring comes from across the pond from countries like England, Germany and France. Although it’s on the pricier side, you pay for the luxurious look. The wood features intricate wavy patterns that differentiate it from its American counterparts.
Light Hardwood
Light hardwood floors make any room look huge! Contrary to popular belief, these floors rarely show signs of dirt. They are also fairly versatile and look stunning in homes with styles ranging from mid-century modern to traditional country home.
Dark Hardwood
Timeless and universal, dark hardwood floors are perfect for any room. Glossy finishes make floors shine while a distressed look can be achieved with rustic finishes. This flooring is better for rooms with less foot traffic, as it can be challenging to clean.
Maplewood
Maplewood is white in appearance and adds flair to any space. If you have darker walls or decor, this light hardwood flooring can create great contrast. Rooms will feel more spacious and you’ll be getting plenty of compliments.
Walnut
Feeling hungry? Grab some walnuts! Want to give your home new life? Get walnut hardwood flooring, which is durable and has many colors to choose from. Some are dark, while others are lighter.
Hickory
If you’re a total klutz, consider installing hickory hardwood flooring. It’s one of the most water-resistant options and comes from the mighty pecan tree. Staining isn’t a problem and walking into a room with this flooring makes you feel like you’re vacationing at the cottage!
Prefinished
Prefinished hardwood flooring lasts longer than its traditional counterpart. Coated with an aluminum oxide crystal seal during the manufacturing process, it’s made to withstand damage. Here’s a solid choice if you’re searching for a long-lasting new floor with a unique look.
Post-finished
Get the floor of your dreams with post-finished hardwood planks. Its amount of customization makes it stand out in a crowd. From finish to sheen level and stain, you choose how your floor looks when you select post-finished hardwood flooring.
Hardwood Stairs
For a more cohesive look, add hardwood flooring to your stairs. A professional contractor and designer from Speciality Interiors can help. Pine, maple and hickory woods are ideal for stairs. The type of wood should match the one you’re using in your home.
Check our showroom or call Specialty Interiors when you’re ready for sparkling new hardwood floors!
