Solid / Hardwood Flooring Overview

Wood floors has a beauty that can only be found in nature, different grains and colour variations where not one plank is identical to the next. Today solid wood floors are available in more colours and options than ever and with a choice of finishes.

Solid wood floors are simply in a class of its own and will enhance your living space, words like warmth, luxury, elegance, beauty, timeless is just some that describe this flooring product. Except for their natural beauty, wood floors also have many advantages and are durable, it is widely accepted that wood floors will add value to your property so not only will it enhance the living space but you will get your investment back.

There has been controversy over solid wood floors as society became aware of the integral part forests play in keeping our environment healthy, these rightful concerns dissipated as organizations stepped in and proper management of our forests where implemented. Now you can rest assured that for each tree that is used one or more is planted in its place.

There are many different species of solid wood floors each with its own characteristics of grain, colour and hardness, of these, hardness is the most important factor as you do not want to install a softer solid wood in a busy area. We will guide you through the most important factors to keep in mind when choosing your solid wood floor.