Key Differences Between Oak and Walnut Woods

If you intend to purchase hardwood floors, you are likely to come across a wide variety of popular wood species, but non are more popular than oak and walnut woods. Use this guide to understand the differences between the two woods and choose the wood most suitable for your needs. Both oak and walnut are widely available so product availability in this case should not be a concern. Instead you might want to focus on the differences in grain marking and coatings.

Oak Wood Vs. Walnut Wood Comparison:

Feature	Oak	Walnut
Strength	Very Strong	Extremely Strong
Shade	Available In Natural and Rural Look	Over Time American Walnut Will lighten and Brazilian Walnut Will Redden
Finish Availability	Oiled, Brushed and Oiled, UV Lacquered, Smoked, Unfinished	Oiled, Brushed and Oiled, UV Lacquered, Smoked, Unfinished
Price	Excellent Value For Money	Slightly More Expensive
Grain Pattern	Tight Grain	Open Grain
*Flooring Care	Easy	Easy

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Oak Wood Vs. Walnut Wood Grain Markings:

Rustic (Rural) Oak With Tight Grain

Walnut UV Lacquered With Open Grain