Hardwood floors do more than just provide warmth and beauty to your home. Some of the other benefits of hardwood, such as the value they add to your home, how easy they are to care for and clean, great style and durability and as always, they're natural and safe for the environment.
 How To Choose Your Hardwood Floor
What to consider when choosing a hardwood floor that best suits your needs:
The Species and Grain
The appearance of your floor will depend on the species of tree from which it is made. Each species has its own identifying grain pattern, like a fingerprint or signature. So take your time choosing the species and grain pattern that you like best.
The Board Width and Thickness
Board width is crucial in how a floor will look in your home. Perhaps you'll prefer the refined, narrow width of a 2-1/4" strip or 3" plank. Or perhaps the wider expanse of 5" planks will better suit your homes decor. The thicker the floor the stronger it will be and the less likely that it will warp, twist or cup.
The Edge Style
The edge style of your board is just as important as their width and finish in establishing the character of your floor. A square edge means boards fit flush against each other for a smooth, traditional looking floor. A micro bevel or full bevel edge creates an angled effect where boards meet, to create more depth and dimension to your floor.
The Gloss Level
You should choose your gloss level based on the amount of traffic your floor will be recieving. A high gloss is more appropriate for low traffic rooms such as dining rooms, living rooms and bedrooms. A semi gloss finish is ideal for moderate to high traffic areas such as family rooms. And a satin finish is suitable for high traffic areas including kitchens and dens, since they seem to hide scuffs easier.
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