Hard woods come in various types and varieties. The most common ones are Red and white oak, Brazilian and American Cherry and Hard Maple. When choosing a particular type of wood, consider the advantages and disadvantages of each. This would be in areas such as hardness, color, resistance to temperature fluctuations and more. Remember that while oak may be durable, its color may not please you. Your choice of wood will also be determined by your theme. Different species of hard wood come in different natural colours. Of course, one can opt to paint the wood to accommodate their theme but the wear and tear that floors are subjected to will make maintaining the quality of the floor difficult. Typically, hardwood flooring colors range from light and dark browns to burgundies and tan red.
