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Brazilian Cherry, Jatoba
JANKA HARDNESS – 2,600 – 2800 ORIGIN – Brazil, Mexico & Peru COMMON NAMES – Brazilian Cherry, Jatoba SCIENTIFIC NAME – Hymenaea courbaril Characteristics For a number of years, Brazilian Cherry flooring was considered one of the most high-end floors that could be installed in your home. The deep, rich red tones, natural luster and clean, delicate grain pattern made it obvious that it belonged under the category of “high end.” Although the popularity of Brazilian Cherry has declined in the more recent years, mainly due to new advances in stain colors, like all the trendy grey we’ve seen in the past few years, its high-end stature remains the same. For those who…
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Post-Flood Improper Drying: What Risks Your Home is Facing
Flooding can be a scary result from many different circumstances. Although with this years catastrophic Hurricane Season that has caused countless homes to be subjected to incredibly high flood-waters, there are things in every home that can cause flooding as well. Just think of all the possible aspects of a home that are capable of causing flooding or some kind of water-damage, it may be something as small as nails in your roof that weren’t sealed, slowly leaking for years and years…. with nowhere for the water to go, your homes’ interior structure will soak it all up. It may sound harmless, but eventually, the damage will be visible…
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Cocobolo, King Rosewood
JANKA HARDNESS – 2960 ORIGIN – Central America, Mexico, Panama, Costa Rica and Nicaragua COMMON NAMES – Cocobolo, King Rosewood, SCIENTIFIC NAME – Dalbergia retusa Whether installing a wood floor in a residential or commercial setting, exotic woods add a sense of class and luxury as well as structural durability. There are many different species of hardwood that are classified as a “Rosewood.” They’re all known for their defining beautiful colors and notable figured graining, but Cocobolo wood is deemed the best and most unique and sought-after of all the Rosewoods. It’s a bit more rare than some other Rosewood species and is treated and thought of as a “rare gem.”…
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African Danta
Scientific Name – Nesogordonia papaverifera AKA – “Kotibe” Origin – West Africa Janka – 2100 Installing an exotic hardwood floor is a sure way to set your home apart from the rest. Exotic wood species are sought after because of their bold and vibrant natural colors and unfamiliar graining. Not only are many exotic wood species aesthetically remarkable, but many are structurally superior to traditional domestic hardwoods that are found here in the U.S. So, if you’re considering hardwood flooring for your home, choosing a custom exotic hardwood floor won’t only get your home noticed, but will give your home added stability and floors that will last. There are…
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Bocote
Scientific Name = Cordia dodecandra Janka Hardness = 2,010 Origin = Mexico and Central/South America Bocote is a truly distinct exotic hardwood species. Although Bocote is not a rare wood, and is not listed as an endangered species, this hardwood exudes luxury. The appearance of Bocote’s unique figuring and graining can only be compared to one other species in the world, Brazilian Rosewood, and even that only just comes close. If you’re looking to renovate your home and add something special; something with character; yet something that will last a lifetime and still be as special and unique as the day it was installed, an exotic hardwood floor is a…
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Flooring Patterns, Directions and Layouts: What to choose to get the most out of each space
Choosing your floors layout pattern is a very important step in planning your renovation/remodel. It has an unknowingly huge impact on how big the space can appear, as well as influencing the overall flow of your home. You may be very surprised at how different a room can look, simply by changing the direction the flooring is laid. When considering solid hardwood flooring installation layouts, there are a few different options. From classic straight strip flooring to eccentric mosaic parquet designs, we want to provide you with the floor you’ve always dreamed of, while guiding you to something that works the best in your particular space. Here’s an overview –…
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Finish Moldings- A necessary detail that defines a homes style
The type of trim you choose for your home can help define the overall style of the space. There are quite a few different profiles to choose from, and each one adds its own distinct look. From simple and square to intricate, colonial profiles and a whole lot in between- theres a style for everyones taste. Base Moulding (also known as baseboards, skirt board or floor molding) is an architectural finishing detail which is installed at the base of interior walls to finish and cover the void from the floor to the wall. Although we like to choose a style that best fits our homes decor, base molding isn’t only…
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