Hardwood

	Solid Hardwood – milled from a ¾ inch thick piece of hardwood Can be sanded and refinished for several generations of use Expands and contracts with changes in your home’s relative humidity Not suited for high moisture areas Installed by nailing down to a subfloor
	Engineered Hardwood – Produced with three to five layers of hardwood. Each layer is stacked in a cross grain configuration and bonded. Enhanced structural stability and moisture resistance Expands and contracts with changes in your home’s relative humidity Installed as a glue down or floating floor
	Bamboo – Bamboo is a grass which regenerates faster than wood. It is typically harvested within 4 to 8 years making it a renewable resource. The hardness of bamboo flooring varies based on the environmental conditions Quality bamboo makes a beautiful, warm, environmentally friendly floor that can be enjoyed for many years Bamboo is a natural fiber so color variations occur naturally.
	Cork – Derived from the bark of the cork oak tree. Cork trees are stripped of their bark every 9 to 14 years and the tree is never cut leaving the habitat undisturbed. Cork floors are easy to maintain because of the acrylic finish Cork flooring is very durable due to the cellular composition that is less affected by impact and friction compared to other hard surfaces Cork floors come in numerous patterns and colors Cork is a great flooring for people with bad backs and legs
	Hardwood Character – Naturally present grain variations help determine a wood’s style. Rustic style is produced with dramatic grain variations Traditional style is produced with moderate grain variations Contemporary style is produced with very little color variation Exotic styles such as bamboo, teak, and Brazilian cherry, offer rich hues, varying grain pattern and beautiful color variations.

Note: Wood floors are a natural renewable product and as a result no two pieces are alike. Samples in the store may not be representative of the floor’s overall appearance.