Just as the name implies, solid wood flooring is solid hardwood, through and through. Unlike engineered flooring, solid flooring has no fabricated core. Because of this, it’s very easy to refinish, and almost never has to be replaced.

Solid wood reacts to changes in the surrounding temperature as well as to the amount of moisture in the air. Because of this, it often expands and contracts as a reaction to that. For this reason, you should only install solid wood flooring at or above ground level.

There are many different species of wood flooring. Each has a distinct characteristic that sets it apart from the others. For this reason, one type of hardwood might be best for your needs.

Cherry features a distinctive, fine grain with a silky smooth texture for a sleek and illustrious look. The wood has tints of pink or red, and it accepts stains very well. The older and more exposed to light it is, the deeper the wood color becomes.

Walnut is well known for its deep, rich brown color, which has made it the flooring material of choice for centuries. It is strong yet lightweight, with a swirled grain that gives your floors a feeling of depth and sophistication.

Oak is dense and hard and has an open grain that lends to its overall traditional feel and look. The colors are neutral, but this wood can be stained easily.

Maples are naturally light in color, but their uniform texture and variations make them increasingly popular. One of the maple’s fundamental features is its resistance to shock and ability to withstand staining.

Hickory is hard, strong, and noted for its dramatic variations in pattern and color. These variations emphasize the wood's natural beauty and make it a popular choice among more sophisticated hardwood flooring patrons.

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