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Hardwood Flooring Types, Options - Construction

 

When making any purchase decisions we suggest doing thorough research on what may be suitable for your home and especially the region in which you live. Some hardwoods may be susceptible to extreme arid conditions in their solid format; checking and splitting can occur. In cases like this we suggest using engineered hardwoods as an alternative.

On another note, wide swings in relative humidity through seasonal changes should be monitored. Moisture can be added or reduced within HVAC systems, minimizing the expansion and contraction process all hardwoods experience. Color changes with all hardwoods will vary as will the rate in which they change. For a general overview visit expected hardwood floor color changes

 

 

Amendoim	Ash	Sypress	Bloodwood
Brazilian Cherry	Brazilian Maple	Brazilian Teak	Bubinga

 

If considering any of the lesser known hardwood species above and below, specifically for a sand and finish installation, we suggest a knowledgeable professional. Lack of knowledge in working with some can cause finish adhesion problems, as some finishes are more compatible than others. The properties of some hardwoods may also be more noticeable to those sensitive to allergies, but only during the installation and sanding periods.
 

Brazilian Walnut	Bolivian Rosewood	CaribbeanRosewood	CaribbeanWalnut
Doussel	Heart Pine	Kickory	Iroko
Jarah	Kempas	Merbau	Lapcho

N,AmericanCherry	N,AmericanMaple	N,AmericanWalnut	PatagonianRosewood
Padauk	Pecan	Yellow Pine	Red Oak
White Oak	Santos Mahogany	Sapele	SouthernChestnut
True Teak	TieteChestnut	TieteRosewood	Tigerwood
Timborana	Wenge

 

Related Pages:

• Unfinished Hardwood Flooring - Hardwood sanded and finished
• Solid Hardwood Floors
• Exotic Hardwood Floors
• Engineered Wood Floors - there are differences

 

Last Updated on Saturday, 28 April 2012 20:04