Selecting the Best Hardwood

The color of your wood can be as important as the wood variety. Using the right colour and finish on your floor, hardwood stair treads, wooden handrail, or any carpentry project, will have a dramatic impact to the final result.

Dark hardwood floors, stair trends and railing, add a bold and luxurious look to your home. The rich colour is modern in feel and makes an area ‘warmer'. Light furniture and wall colours pop against dark hardwood floors.

The classic colour of oak or maple wood flooring, staircases and railings, or furniture, brings traditional warmth to your living area or bedroom. Maple and Oak are just a couple of the medium colour wood that will add a timeless look to any room.

Light coloured wood flooring, stairs, or railings, make your home feel larger and brighter. The lighter tones reflect the sun and brighten any room. Hickory and Ash are popular light woods.

The gloss you select will impact the look and feel of your home. For example, floors with a dark colour and high gloss will show more wear over time. Ultimately, you should select your hardwood flooring based on its durability, appearance, and quality. There are many textures available, some options have larger knots, more streaking, colour variation, and pronounced grain patterns.