Mesquite Flooring

Of all of the wood types that are native to America, Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) is one of the hardest, making it one of the most durable of woods. On top of that, it has one of the lowest shrinkage rates of all hardwoods as well. Since Mesquite evolved in desert areas, and surviving in unstable and low water amounts, the wood does not shrink as it ages.

If you want to get an idea of how stable Mesquite is, consider this: Mesquite is about four times more stable and twice as hard as the already durable and popular Red Oak. As a matter of fact, the National Wood Flooring Association defines Mesquite as the most dimensionally stable hardwood that is available on the market today! So why is it so important that a wood be stable? If a wood is stable, that means it is less vulnerable to moisture, which can cause woods to split, swell, and warp. Some woods that are very hard are also less susceptible to damage that beetles and termites can do.

But there is more to Mesquite than just its incredible durability, it is also valued for its attractive appearance.

Many find that the beauty of Mesquite surpasses that of most other wood types, and that help explains why it is a popular choice for not only flooring, but also for furniture, cabinetry, shelves and mantles, doors, and more. It has a light to reddish brown coloring, and sometimes has mineral streaks in the grain.

If you are looking for a light to medium wood for your flooring, you might want to check out some samples of Mesquite wood and see if you find it as appealing as many others do. If so, its appearance coupled with its durability might make it an ideal flooring choice.

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