Stuck trying to find the perfect hardwood floors for your home? You may want to consider ash. This species is extremely durable, warm and timeless; keep reading to learn more, and to see examples of this beautiful wood check out our Amazing Ash Pinterest board.
All About Ash Hardwood Flooring
As you consider ash hardwood flooring for your home, keep these species details in mind:
- With a Janka rating of more than 1300, ash is extremely durable. In fact, it’s so hard that baseball bats and garden tool handlesare generally made from this species and Norwegian mythology even refers to it as, “the mighty tree that supports the heavens.” Because of its strength and resistance to scratches and dents, these hardwood floors are great for high traffic spaces like entryways, hallways, entryways, kitchens, baths and living areas.
- This hardwood flooring’s grain is beautiful, with a straight, prominent pattern and coarse texture.
- Ash’s sapwood is cream-colored (nearly white) and its heartwood is tan (sometimes even dark brown). Although there’s some color variety for homeowners to choose from, most homeowners opt for hardwood floors that are lighter in color.
- Because of the light color, ash flooring can make the area seem more spacious.
- Ash hardwood floors retain their light color if they’re finished with a clear coat. Not all species of wood do this.
- Ash has a natural elasticity, making it a fantastic species to use with radiant heat or in regions with high humidity.
- In terms of cost, these hardwood floors are comparable to oak.
Is ash the hardwood flooring species for you? Come visit our showroom and talk to San Jose Hardwood Floors’ experts! They’ll help you determine the best fit for your lifestyle and preferences. Also, remember to contact us for a free in-home estimate too!
Photo Credit: Sean Benham