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HARDWOOD FLOORS When it comes to livening up a room, nothing compares to the unrivaled beauty and richness offered by hardwood flooring. Still symbolic of luxury and style, hardwood floors have grown in their versatility, able to even more aptly suit any homeowner’s tastes while requiring less maintenance than ever before. Most people start with picking a wood species. One of the advantages of hardwood over luxury vinyl plank is there are no repeated patterns on the face of the boards, making 16 Additional photos at homeelementsandconcepts.com
each room truly its own. Some common domestic species, like white oak, maple, and cherry, create a consistent look across the room as they have less-prominent grains and more-even coloring. However, if you want something more exciting while staying domestic, hickory is known for having eye-catching color variation and red oak for having a wide range of deep grain patterns. Exotic hardwoods, like Brazilian cherry, tigerwood, and Santos mahogany, offer the most unique grains, rich colors, and typically have a high hardness rating, but aren’t right for every homeowner and budget.
