Wood flooring offers many benefits and characteristics that make it an excellent material for many spaces throughout your home. The lifespan alone makes it one of the most sought-after floor coverings, especially for those looking to add lasting value. Other benefits add to its charm and functionality, and it’s well worth it to spend some extra time finding out more about them now.
Hardwood floors have so much to offer, but it all starts with choosing the perfect species. The more active your household, the harder your species should be, with oak providing outstanding durability for most average traffic areas. Softer woods work well in areas that see less wear, such as walk-in closets, pantries, or little-used rooms.
Stain colors are also abundant, giving you plenty of options for matching any décor or trend choice. However, you’ll have far more color options if you choose a material that will be finished on-site after it’s installed in your home. Prefinished materials offer more stain colors, which are already added to the boards, leaving you with fewer color options, but a much faster installation process.