Usage of Special Woods in Exotic Hardwood Floors

Exotic hardwood floors are a craze in the United States today as also in other parts of the world. Unique woods of various kinds are made use of in such flooring some of which grow in the US while others are procured from elsewhere. Australia and Brazil are two countries supplying exotic hardwoods to the US and various other nations. Though the setting up of exotic hardwood floors involves greater expenses yet a large number of people who really value their aesthetic and functional qualities never hesitate to get them installed whatever be the costs.

Teak, cypress and red and white oaks are some of the popular exotic woods used in hardwood flooring. Teak wood hails from Asia. This has a yellowish brown color tone and is resistant to rot owing to the presence of tannins and natural oils in it. Being relatively costlier this can be judiciously combined with other woods like oak, maple or ash while being used in flooring.

Cypress, coming from Australia, is a highly esteemed exotic wood for flooring. This cream colored wood with hard knots gives a rustic look to the floors. It is harder than pine wood and also has less grain than it. Having lot of dark and light shades gives flooring set using Australian cypress wood much character.

The oaks grow in various countries including America. Both the red and white oaks are popularly used as exotic hardwoods for flooring. These are especially esteemed for their hardness, durability and natural color. The white oak, though slightly less available, is preferred to the red variety because of its greater impermeability to water and uniform appearance that blends well with a wide range of home décor styles.

Besides these, ebony, Brazilian cherry and zebra are other woods of the exotic variety that are acclaimed largely and used to prepare special hardwood flooring materials.

So, if you are one of those who value aesthetics and functional soundness over costs then go for exotic hardwood floors. You will thereby be securing an asset of a lifetime.