As you consider hardwood floors for your home, do you want something durable, timeless, warm and stunningly beautiful? One species to consider is Mahogany.

All About Mahogany Floors

Known for its dark reddish brown color and striped look, here are the benefits to this species of wood:

1. Mahogany hardwood flooring has stood the test of time, making it a classic that will not go out of style quickly.
2. The dark, reddish brown color fits nicely in a wide variety of decorating themes and is beautifully stunning and warm. Just be aware that, because of its natural tones, it shows dust and pet hair very easily.
3. In addition to its consistent color, Mahogany deepens and becomes even more uniform over time. In fact, it absorbs light rather than fading in the sun, making it ideal for rooms with a lot of natural light. This type of species is very good at holding a stain and polish, too.
4. Mahogany is a great option for kitchens and bathrooms for a few reasons: it's resistant to rotting and waterproof, meaning it can handle water on a regular basis.
5. Mahogany's grain texture is even and very fine.
6. These floors come in at 2200 on the Janka scale (71% harder than Northern red oak) and are above average in terms of stability. This means your hardwood flooring will be harder to dent and need refinishing less often, making it a great fit for homes with animals, young children and clumsy adults.
7. Depending on the type of finish you use, floors made from this species are fairly easy to maintain.
8. This type of hardwood flooring can be sustainable, but make sure you verify the source as not all Mahogany comes from eco-friendly sources.

Want to know more about this species of hardwood flooring? Come visit our showroom! Our experts would be happy to tell you more about Mahogany or any other type of floors you're considering for your home. Remember to contact us for a free in-home estimate, too!

Mirage African Mahogany Brass photo courtesy of Mirage Floors