In the vast realm of home design, flooring stands as one of the most crucial elements. It’s not just about aesthetics; the right flooring can enhance the comfort and functionality of a space. Among the plethora of options available, engineered wood flooring with bevelled edges is steadily gaining ground. But what makes it so special?…
At Wood and Beyond, we offer wood flooring in thicknesses ranging from 10mm to 20mm. A question we frequently encounter is: Is thicker wood flooring superior? The answer to this query isn’t straightforward and hinges on the type of wood flooring you’re planning to purchase, as well as the specific room where it will be…
Wood flooring is an option that never seems to go out of fashion. More homeowners than ever are choosing wood as the material of choice for their lounges, and for good reason. In this article, we’ll delve into the manifold benefits of using wood flooring in a lounge, touching on aspects such as aesthetic appeal,…
If you are in the market for hard flooring and you are considering flooring alternatives to wood, you are spoilt for choice. Options include laminate flooring, luxury vinyl flooring, engineered wood flooring, tile flooring, concrete flooring, linoleum flooring, bamboo flooring and cork flooring, but how do these alternatives compare to wood flooring? Understanding Wood Flooring…
Traditionally, wood flooring has been available mainly in plank style. However, more and more modern interiors are gravitating towards intricate patterns, with herringbone leading the way, closely followed by the chevron style. When you examine examples of herringbone wood flooring, it’s evident that these options are generally more expensive than their traditional plank counterparts. This…
Engineered wood flooring has increasingly eclipsed its solid counterpart in popularity. Manufactured from real wood, it offers the same aesthetic and tactile experience as solid wood flooring but without its numerous limitations. A frequent query we encounter at Wood and Beyond concerns the compatibility of engineered wood flooring with underfloor heating. The answer is nuanced:…
Wood flooring grades are differentiated based on Knots, Streaks, Sapwood, and varied Grain patterns. Prime and Select grades feature fewer of these natural characteristics, while Natural and Rustic grades include Knots, Streaks, Sapwood, and varied Grain patterns to a greater extent. In this guide, we take a closer look at each one of these natural…
When wood is lumbered, it is categorised based on four levels of aesthetics, commonly referred to as ‘grades’. Contrary to what some may think, ‘grade’ does not denote quality; it pertains solely to the wood’s visual characteristics. The four grades applicable to wood flooring are Prime, Select, Natural, and the focus of this article: Rustic.…
If you have your heart set on natural wood flooring, you’re generally faced with two options: solid wood or engineered wood flooring. While solid wood flooring, crafted from pure natural wood, proves unsuitable for a kitchen setting, engineered wood flooring makes a fine alternative. This is largely thanks to its semi-solid composition. But why is…
When you’re in the market for wooden flooring—be it for your home, office, or any other setting—a vital consideration is the thickness of the material, measured in millimetres (mm). This blog post aims to shed light on the available thickness options for both solid and engineered wooden flooring. Solid vs Engineered Wooden Flooring Before diving…
For those exploring real oak flooring options, the choices mainly consist of solid and engineered varieties. While the differences between the two may not be immediately obvious, especially when installed, there are significant distinctions that are worth understanding. Choosing the wrong type of oak flooring for specific environments or conditions could prove to be a…
With more than 15 years of experience in selling wood flooring to both trade and public, we frequently encounter a range of customer concerns. One recurring question is: “Does wood flooring scratch easily?” The short answer is that it depends on various factors, including the type of wood flooring you choose, its finish, and the…