The world of solid wood flooring is huge, with options everywhere it can be difficult to choose what’s best. There’s Oak, Ash, Maple and Beech to name just a few, but what’s the best floor for your home?
The timeless and trustworthy friend. Oak is a risk free option for many looking to take their first steps into natural wood floors. As a hardwood, your oak flooring will be uniform and sleek. However, as each branch and tree are different, your floor will be complete with unique knots and waves formed from the tree’s long and healthy growth.
Not only will your floor tell the story of a tree’s life, but an oak floor will also dampen the sound in your home. The dense nature of Oak means it traps noise, making your house a peaceful place. With all this considered you might want to pick Oak as an option for your living room.
Ash has been used in building for centuries. Its hard and durable nature makes it perfect for projects that need to be strong. You’ll even find ash in the frames of some modern cars! Doubtless then an Ash floor in your home will pass the test of time. Ash’s light colour also makes it a great fit for those smaller rooms as it naturally gives spaces a larger feel.
If you want to bring in more light to a room, Ash could also be your best bet. The tone of the wood means light bounces off its surface making your room vibrant and airy. Ash then, would probably work best in your hallway, it’ll open the space up and make that inviting space it should be.
One of Europe’s most common trees, Beech has been a go-to in flooring for decades. It’s strong and easy to work with but also has some great features for your home. In its natural form, Beech has a darker tone than the other two we’ve mentioned so far. This makes it a great pick if you want a bit of contrast in your home. For example, your dining room will likely have a more traditional feel than your hallway perhaps. This is where Beech comes in! It’s dark and intimate nature will do a great job of setting the scene in your more formal settings.
When it comes to hardwood, your options are countless. There are different woods for your dining room, Hallway, Kitchen and beyond but you’ll always know you’re getting quality materials. After all, we’ve only just touched on a few options here! Want to know some more about the right wood for you? Contact Just Wood Flooring now.