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Wood
Grades and Species
Hardwood flooring comes in a multitude of different species
and grades. Each species of wood has a variety of it's own characteristics,
the different grades of wood describe the basic cosmetic characteristics
of each species. Hardwood grades are an industry standard set by the National
Oak Flooring Manufacturers Associations (NOFMA).
Grades
Select - Almost clear, but contains few natural characteristics
such as knots and color variations.
No. 1 Common - Has a variegated appearance, light and dark colors, small knots, flags and worm holes.
No. 2 Common - Is rustic in appearance and allows for all the natural wood characteristics of the species.
| Species | |
| Red Oak - |  |
| White Oak - |  |
| Cherry
- (American and Brazilian) |
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| Hickory - |  |
| Maple - |  |
| Ash - |  |
| Pine - |  |
| Australian - Cypress |  |
| Bamboo |  |
| Walnut - |  |
Note: The species pictured above are not the only grades and species available, but are the ones most commonly used. Please visit our showroom for more information.
