HARDWOOD FLOORING INSTALLERS

   Oak's distinct grain pattern helps to conceal dents and scratches. For these reasons, Oak is great for high-traffic areas and pet-friendly households. Its classic and traditional design complements almost any kind of decor and furniture. For all practical purposes, we regard oak flooring as the gold standard. The only reason why you might not desire Oak is if you prefer something with a less obvious grain pattern. Janka hardness rating: 700–1450

There are two varieties of oak flooring available: red oak and white oak. They differ just slightly in color, graining, and hardness. Otherwise, both possess the same characteristics. Red oak has a more reddish tint, whereas white oak has a variety of golden, brown, and gray tones. Some White Oak has a subtler grain pattern. As previously indicated, Red Oak is the most prevalent, but both are generally available.  Oak has a tremendous array of different shades and hues of color, making it a very popular choice.  

  Maple Wood Floors are normally reasonable, although more expensive than Oak 

Janka hardness rating: 700–1450. 

Maple is a popular timber species found in the northern United States and Canada. Maple comes in a variety of species and grades. As a result, Maple wood flooring varies significantly in terms of price, quality, hardness, and grain pattern. 

Maple typically has a swirling grain pattern. Some Maple wood flooring has a noticeable grain pattern. Then there are areas where it is barely noticeable and the planks are uniform in hue. This is an option if you want a more uniform appearance. It is also perfect for achieving a natural, yet quite beautiful and transparent finish. Maple allows you to choose between the uniform and colorful looks. 

Maple flooring is frequently harder than Oak, with a hardness rating of 1450. The tougher maple is utilized in bowling lanes because it is extremely resistant to dents and scratches. However, due to its hardness, it absorbs stains less effectively. Stain tends to blotch on Maple unless it is first treated with conditioner. This is a style that some people appreciate and which we provide. Stained Maple is offered in prefinished boards, allowing you to see how it will look before installation. 

Maple's natural color is usually light shades of beige, tan, or grey. It is commonly utilized in modern and contemporary contexts.

    Hickory wood floors are slightly more expensive than Oak and have a Janka hardness rating of 1820. 

Hickory wood floors are common in log homes and rustic settings, but they are now employed in a variety of situations. It is known for its strong knotted grain pattern and color variation. With its varying texture, it is most commonly found in wide planks. Small boards can make a floor appear quite crowded. Colors on a single board might vary from beige to brown to red. 

Hickory flooring is extremely hard, with an 1820 rating. It is one of the most durable hardwood flooring options grown in the United States. As a result, it is extremely durable and scratch-resistant. Hickory wood flooring are perfect for high-traffic areas and pet-friendly households. It can last a lifetime with appropriate care and typically requires little maintenance. Refinishing will most likely occur less frequently than with Oak. 

While its hardness has these advantages, it also means that installation, sanding, and refinishing will cost more. Harder varieties of wood necessitate more labor and skill for these tasks. This involves staining. However, because Hickory is naturally colored, staining is unnecessary. A natural, transparent finish is excellent.

  American Cherry Wood Floors.  So beautiful but it can be rather pricey. The Janka Hardness Rating is 950 on this choice.

Cherry is among the more common domestic species is the American Cherry tree, which grows in the northern United States. The tree produces cherry fruits and is harvested for it's spectacular wood floors. 

Cherry hardwood flooring are more pricey. Although cherry is a soft wood, it is more difficult to deal with. Softer wood is more prone to dents and scratches. It is more suitable for low-traffic areas, such as bedrooms. It does, however, exhibit good dimensional stability. This means that temperature and humidity-related shrinkage and expansion are minimal.

The attractiveness of a cherry wood floor stems from its stunning natural color and unusual grain pattern. Cherry has a dark reddish brown tint. The wood surface is light-sensitive, thus it darkens. This occurs usually within the first six months. It is recommended to wait at least that long before installing any area rugs. However, all types of wood flooring are photosensitive to variable degrees, causing the color to alter over time when exposed to light. Some wood floors become lighter and some darker. So, regardless of the sort of flooring you choose, use caution when using an area rug. 

Cherry flooring installation is frequently done with wide planks measuring 5-8 inches. This is to highlight the beautiful grain pattern. And cherry flooring is typically not discolored. A clear coat finish preserves the natural color.

American Walnut (also known as Black Walnut) Wood Floors can also be a bit higher priced and carry a Janka Hardness Rating of 1010

Walnut, grown in the central and eastern United States, is another very popular choice for hardwood flooring. And the tasty almonds are a popular snack! American Walnut should not be mistaken with Brazilian Walnut, a considerably harder species of wood. 

Walnut, like Cherry, is a costly and soft hardwood. Though these woods are softer and more suited to low-traffic areas, their graceful elegance is what makes them so popular. The color and grain of walnut wood vary greatly depending on the part of the tree. Colors range from mild to dark brown. Floor planks normally vary just little, resulting in a constant appearance.

Pine (also known as Southern Yellow Pine or Eastern White Pine) can generally be found with an average price tag. TheJanka hardness rating is 690–870. 

Pine is a sustainable wood since it grows quickly and abundantly in the United States and Canada. There are several types of pine, and the hardness varies based on the species and the part of the tree from which it comes. The most prevalent variety is Eastern White Pine from the northeastern states. Southern Yellow Pine is a harder species native to the southern United States. The hardest pine is Heart Pine, which grows in the middle of the tree and has a Janka Hardness value of 1225. 

The majority of the pine flooring offered is Eastern White or Southern Yellow, which is much softer. You have to be more careful because it dents and scrapes more quickly. It has less dimensional stability and takes more skill and labor to refinish. Softer woods, such as pine, are more common in older structures, as wood mills were less capable of dealing with harder woods. The advantage of pine is its traditional appearance, which includes magnificent grain and unique knots. And its look improves with age. Pine's color varies from yellowish white to yellow, orange, and brown.

Ash Wood Floors (A Good Alternative to Oak) 

Price is cheaper than many other hardwood flooring options and has a Janka Hardness Rating of 1320.  

Ash is another tree that grows widely in the United States. It is less expensive than Oak yet shares some similarities, making it a viable option. It has a medium toughness, similar to oak, making it suitable for traffic. It works well for installation, staining, and refinishing. It also has a distinctive grain that is similar to oak. Ash wood floors are typically recognized for their pale tone. Colors include light tones of white, yellow, tan, and brown.

Birch Wood Floors are a bit more budget friendly, their price is cheaper than many other options. Birch Janka hardness rating varying between 910 and 1470.

Birch trees have a nice flavor and are also utilized for flooring. It grows more abundantly here in the United States which makes it relatively inexpensive. It has a similar hue and grain like maple, but is less expensive. It also has fine, indistinct grain. When dyed, it blotches similarly like maple. As a result, it is typically prefinished rather than completed on-site. 

It also has a comparable range of hardness based on the species and part of the tree. There are several types of Birch wood floors available, including Paper, Yellow, Sweet, and Red, which range from soft to hard, with Red Birch - a heart wood - being the hardest. The majority of Birch available is yellow, a soft wood that is mainly appropriate for low traffic, less damage-resistant, and has lower dimensional stability. Yellow birch has both white and yellow tones. Red Birch features gold, red, and brown tones.

   Douglas Fir Wood Flooring though attractive is generally not long lived unless it's an area with light traffic, and you are just going for the look. Price is cheaper than most hrdwood options but only has a Janka Hardness Rating
of 660. 

Douglas fir grows primarily in the United States' West Coast. It is another sort of soft wood that is more commonly found in older homes. Douglas Fir is one of the softest woods used for wood flooring, having a hardness rating of just 660. This means that it is only suitable for low-traffic areas because it is quickly damaged and requires careful handling. 

The benefits of adopting Douglas Fir include its inexpensive cost. And its appearance appeals to people who prefer a floor with a consistent texture. Floor boards have a highly consistent hue and little grain, creating a homogeneous appearance. Douglas Fir is available in gold, orange, red, and brown. The hue becomes darker with age. Douglas Fir flooring is rarely offered prefinished, but is typically finished on-site.

Bamboo Flooring does have a growing appeal in Columbia. 

Price: varies with quality. 

Janka hardness rating: The average is 1200-1400, however there is a considerable variety. 

Since roughly 2000, bamboo flooring has grown in popularity as a competitor to hardwood. Bamboo is actually a species of grass, not a hardwood. The floor planks are made from compressed bamboo strips, a bit unusual but still functional. 

Bamboo is mostly produced in China. Some species grow up to three feet every day. It is marketed as a "green" renewable resource since it grows so rapidly. However, some environmentalists argue that its renewable nature is undermined by the fact that it must be delivered from China. 

In any case, bamboo is readily available. There are over 1,000 species. In contrast to hardwood, it is a relatively new flooring material. However, there is now a large assortment of bamboo flooring available. It comes in a wide range of colors, designs, and finishes. It has gained popularity due to its fashionable appearance. 

Bamboo flooring's quality varies greatly due to the broad range of species and manufacturing standards. Cheap Bamboo items should be avoided because they are typically not particularly long-lasting. When looking for Bamboo, make sure to seek for warranty information, hardness ratings, and finishes. 

Various species can be soft like pine or hard as maple. Much of the available bamboo is of high grade, with a hardness rating of 1200-1400, similar to oak. Strand woven bamboo is the most durable and harder than Red Oak. 

Oak is easier to stain and refinish than bamboo. It is better to install prefinished bamboo flooring. Bamboo floors can usually only be refinished twice or three times. We can provide bamboo in several shades of color.