What factors should be considered when choosing a style of hardwood flooring?
The most important consideration is your personal taste. Choose a style that appeals to you and suits your lifestyle and home décor. View a wide variety of species, styles and stains. Look at the different grades available. And think long term! Also consider the type of traffic the floor will be subjected to. Certain styles of hardwood flooring will show normal wear and tear less than others. For example: Surface wear will be less evident on; – species with pronounced grain patterns and rich natural colouring, like oak, cherry or walnut – a low lustre (“satin”) finish Surface wear will be more evident on: – light coloured and finely grained species (maple, ash, beech) – a high lustre (gloss or semi-gloss) finish Very dark wood floors, while dramatic, also tend to show dirt and dust more than mid-range or light coloured species. Ask about colour change. All wood floors naturally change colour after installation as they acclimatise to your home environment. The degree of change varies by
