North American Cherry has long fascinated woodworkers with its beautiful silky texture and close, smooth grain. When first installed as flooring it shows pastel shades of pink and amber which, with time, turn to rich auburn shades. Heartwood is light to dark reddish brown while sapwood is light brown to a light pinkish tone. American Cherry 26% softer then Red Oak and 17% more stable then Red Oak.

Hickory floors are the heaviest and hardest out of the North American hardwoods. A high level of contrast, between the shades of brown in the heartwood and the creamy white sapwood, is what makes a hickory floor so unique and beautiful. Hickory is 41% harder then Red Oak and 3% less stable then Red Oak.

Red Birch is a treasure that's often overlooked when it comes to hardwood floors. It has the shimmering silkiness of Cherry and Fiijian Mahogany, but costs significantly less. If you're looking for something different, Red Birch should not be ignored.

Red Oak's pronounced, open, consistent grain, and reddish tone continue to make it a favorite for architects, designers, builders, & consumers alike. It’s also popular because of it's overall durability and availability. Heartwood and sapwood are similar with sapwood being lighter in color. Red Oak is the benchmark for the entire flooring industry.