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Fast Facts Color: The color varies from light cream to a darker amber, and will darken slightly and amber over time. Always remember that exposure to UV light speeds the darkening/ambering process. Grain: It is somewhat a rough texture. Variations within Species and Grades: There are high levels of color variation within . . . Read more
You should keep in mind that finishing hardwood floors is not an easy task, even for professionals. Of course, knowing what to do is half the battle. In order to help you out, we provide you with the information below assuming that you already installed your floor. Introduction There are . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Dipterocarpus spp Fast Facts Color: is generally a reddish brown, although some variations are expected. These variations can range from a deep pink to a purplish red. Remember that the sapwood of the Asian mahogany is lighter and may have grey or yellow tint. Grain: is usually straight but may have . . . Read more
We all know that hardwood floors add beauty and a warmth feel to any home. In addition to that, this type of flooring can greatly increase the value of your home, especially if you plan on putting your home on the real estate market. It is a true fact that . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Myroxylon, Balsamum Fast Facts Color: dark reddish brown. Grain: The grain of this lumber is even and close together or, if quarter sawn, may have a striped appearance. Variations within Species and Grades: moderate variation of color within boards. Hardness/Janka: The rating for this timber is 2200. Dimensional Stability: Santos . . . Read more
Cleaning and maintaining a hardwood floor is very important. When properly maintained, a hardwood floor can look as beautiful as the day it was installed. While the hardness of the species does play a role in how well it will hold up to the hustle and bustle of daily life, . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Intsia Bijuga Fast Facts Color: The heartwood of merbau is generally brownish orange when first cut. When exposed to air, it becomes a darker reddish brown. Grain: The grain of merbau has a course texture and can be straight or wavy. Variations within Species and Grades: The color takes . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Alnus Alder is generally found in North America, mostly in the Pacific Northwest, typically between California and Alaska. Hardwood harvested in North America is referred to as domestic, which is less expensive than the imported exotic hardwoods. There are many species of alder in the world and the most frequently used in woodworking today . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Fraxinus Americana The white ash group presents numerous species (for example: the American white ash, blue ash, green ash and Oregon ash). While the American white ash, blue ash and green ash can be find in the eastern United States, the Oregon ash grows mainly along the Pacific coast. . . . Read more
Botanical Name: Fagus grandifolia Beech trees grow throughout Europe, Asia, and North America. The American Beech is found in North America where it generally grows in the eastern portion of the United States and in eastern Canadian provinces. The largest production of beech trees for lumber is in the Central and Middle . . . Read more