Q: I am purchasing a home and don’t know which is the best, most durable wood to choose. I worry about wear and tear over the years.
Wood Grades and Species
Q&A On the differences between wood grades and species.
Hickory has greater resistance to denting than red oak
Q: My hardwood floor is constantly having to endure things being dropped on it, creating dents. Is there some sort of finish that better protects floors from damage?
Any wood species that won’t fade much?
Q: I am installing a new kitchen. I would like to use hardwood floors throughout the great room which includes the kitchen. I also live on the water with a lot of windows and skylights. What kind of wood do you recommend, keeping in mind the fade factor?
Color variation in Brazilian walnut
Q: I just bought unfinished Brazilian Walnut, 5″ wide. How much color variation should Brazilian walnut have? Should there be greens and yellows and red, along with the browns?
What is the difference between folk grade and provincial grade?
Q: What is the difference between folk grade and provincial grade?
Large dogs and hardwood floors, best species and coatings
Q: I want to put down hardwood floors in the living room and dining room, but we have a 100 lb. Golden Retriever. What type of wood flooring would be our best bet against scratches on the floor?
Is it red or white oak?
Q: I have bought a home with hardwoods in 90% of the home. I need to add hardwood flooring that matches as closely as possible in one room. However, I’m not sure if it’s red or white oak.
Species of wood that is best for dog owners?
Q: I was considering putting wood flooring in my home, my question is – What type of wood flooring is best for dogs to walk on and not damage?
Searching for Canadian walnut
Q: I am looking for 150-170 sq. ft. of the Canadian walnut we ran out of upon installation. It is dark chocolate in color, tavern grade- many short pcs. and knots. (the knots are not filled, which is what I prefer). It has an aluminum oxide semi-gloss finish, and is standard width and thickness. The grain is soft, compared to American walnut flooring.