Types Of Wood Floors

Wood floors are very popular in home décor for about a Century because they are very reliable, easy to maintain, warm and attractive than carpets. Hardwood floors are made from various timbers such as cherry, ash, walnut, oak, teak and cocobolo. Some exotic species of wood are also collected from Africa and South America. Some species of wood are much expensive and offer valuable advantages. Numerous types of hardwood and softwood tree species offer a wide range of beautiful timber for making floors. From expensive mahogany and cherry wood to the less expensive bamboo and pine, you'll find a good match for your home decor and budget. Today bamboo flooring is also very common because it is less expensive than other species of wood but also adds great characteristics to your floor.