CHOOSING A HARDWOOD SPECIES AMERICAN CLASSIC
Below are the American Classic Hardwood Species commonly offered in hardwood flooring. These are their natural, unstained wood colors. The numbers in parenthesis below the name represent the Janka hardness for each wood species.
AMERICAN CHERRY - (950)
ASH - (1320)
BEECH - (1300)
HICKORY - (1820)
RED OAK - (1290)
WALNUT - (1010)
WHITE OAK - (1360)
YELLOW BIRCH - (1260)
Yellow Pine -
(690)
MAPLE - (1450)
BIRCH - (1260)
CHOOSING A HARDWOOD SPECIES EXOTIC
Below are some of the most Popular Exotic Hard Wood Species used in hardwood flooring. The exotic wood species are imported from various countries around the World. Note the wonderful, natural brown tones and striking reds and yellows within these wood species. This can really add richness and charm to any room.
AFRICAN PADAUK - (1725)
AFRICAN TEAK - (1155)
BRAZILIAN OAK - (AMENDOIM - 1912)
Brazilian Cherry - (Jatoba 2820)
Brazilian Teak - (Cumaru 3540)
Brazilian Walnut - (3680)
Kempas - (1710)
Merbau - (1925)
Santos Mahogany - (2200)
Sapele - (1510)
Tiete Chestnut - (3540)
Tiete Rosewood - (3280)
Tigerwood - (2160)
Timborana - (Angelium 1570)
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