RARE AND EXOTIC WOOD FLOORING | HARDWOOD FLOORS | CHARLOTTE NC

RARE AND EXOTIC WOOD FLOORING

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EXOTIC

Exotic refers to all that is unusual. In this sense, almost all people feel fascinated by rare things. We love exotic designs, exotic fruits, exotic landscapes. The same occurs with exotic hardwood floors that add value to our homes.

EXOTIC HARDWOODS Indeed, exotic wood can be original from a specific region but not native to it.

Many exotic kinds of wood come from tropical forests of America, Africa, and Asia. And they are highly valued for their great beauty and resistance. The most valued properties of exotic woods are associated with the diversity of grain and color of many rare and exotic tree species. And incorporating them into your home is possible if it does not involve sustainability issues if they are not endangered.

BRAZILIAN WALNUT (IPE)

One of the most famous exotic timbers comes from the Brazilian Walnut (or Ipe). This wood is extremely hard and dense. On the other hand, it has a stunning appearance because of its deep reddish-brown color.

Indeed, Brazil Nut is one of the hardest woods and has a Janka rating of 3680, significantly high on the hardwood scale. For this reason, it is very fire resistant, much like steel. Brazilian Walnut is also resistant to rot, mildew and insects. Used as a hardwood floor, it will resist scratches from foot traffic and pets.

ACACIA CAMBAGEI OR GIDGEE

The Gidgee is a tree native to Australia. Its wood is highly tough and heavy.

Some pieces are so dark that they can be used as a substitute for ebony. And this aesthetic property is highly valued in terms of decoration.

AUSTRALIAN CYPRESS The wood of the Australian cypress is highly prized due to its color and the tree’s general resistance to disease.

And although it is a softwood, it is one of the strongest of these woods and harder than red oaks. In color, Australian cypress wood varies dramatically from light honey to a darker shade of orange, with dark, almost black knots. This wood does not need to be treated with chemicals before use and is relatively easy to finish and work.

CALL THE PROFESSIONALS

For further information, call the professionals on hardwood floors in Charlotte, NC.

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