Do you want a warm, rustic look to your home? Australian Cypress, or Cypress Pine flooring, might be the species for you! Imported from Queensland and New South Wales, Australia, what makes these hardwood floors such a good fit for a country-style home? Keep reading to find out, and see examples of it on our Pinterest board!
About Australian Cypress Hardwood Floors
Cypress hardwood flooring helps set the base for a warm country feel with its cream-colored sapwood, honey-gold heartwood and darker knots throughout. These hardwood floors are available in a wide range of tones, so you’ll be able to find the perfect match for your home. As with all wood, Cypress floors do change as they’re exposed to more light over time. This species’ range of color tends to soften and become a bit more amber.
What else should you know about Australian Cypress? This is the only variety of commercial softwood that’s actually harder than red oak hardwood floors. In fact, it’s known as being the exceptional softwood choice for both businesses and homes.
It’s also important for you to know that Cypress Pine flooring will develop minor cracks over time. Although there will be splits around and above the knots, it’s generally seen as part of the personality that comes along with this type of hardwood flooring. It’s what adds to the rustic charm.
Is Australian Cypress the species for you? Or do you want to know more about other flooring options? Stop by our showroom and talk to our experts! They can answer your questions about a wide variety of species, manufacturers and more. Also, don’t forget to contact us for a free in-home estimate today!
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