Why are Oak Floors a Popular Wood Flooring Choice?
If you were to ask a group of people to name types of wood floors, the likelihood is that oak floors would be high on the list. That is, if they were not the most recognised wood floor type. Alongside this familiarity is the fact that they are also really popular. The following information has been put together to provide an insight into why this may be the case.
Character; Oak is well known for its characterful nature. Character for wood floors may be in terms of knots, grain, streaks or other features that make it unique. Because of this, oak is really striking.
Versatility; in the fact that oak flooring can fit with many different styles of homes. From traditional to modern, oak offers a timeless look. It can also be transformed throughout the floor sanding process as old coatings are removed and replaced with a new, fresh look.
Abnormalities; because of its strong grain pattern, oak is known to be able to hide more abnormalities such as dents, scratches or other small damage.
Janka Rating; the Janka rating is a test that measures the hardness of wood floors. Oak’s rating is considered high enough to withstand medium to high foot traffic. Furthermore, this means that it is a brilliant option for a huge majority of homes.
Alongside this is the fact that oak floors will add value to your home. However, not everyone will be considering selling their home, but it is well worth the consideration for future needs.
Oak Floor Restoration
This oak floor was transformed in Bolton, Lancashire. All old wood finish coatings were removed. The old finish had discoloured over time and looked unsightly. It was then and replaced with a natural and hard-wearing wood finish. This finish really brought out the grain pattern within the boards and our clients were ecstatic with the results. If you would like to request a floor restoration quotation, please call today on 0800 852 7188.
