Buying hardwood flooring is an expensive investment, both in terms of money spent and in terms of time spent researching for the best deal. Another important step in the buying process, often overlooked, is to ensure that the style of hardwood floor does not ‘just’ fit the budget, but is very much current in terms of fashion. Just like buying a car or an electrical appliance, trends change, technology improves and because you are likely to stand on the floor for some years to come make sure you are up to speed on what’ is hot and what is not.
3 Most Fashionable Hardwood Flooring Styles for 2009:
1. Oiled and Brushed Finish Solid Oak – For 2009 the Oiled and Brushed finish look is extremely popular in terms of fashion as it gives the floor its sapwood, knots and natural grain pattern look while the brushed affect gives a naturally textured surface that gently highlights the natural grain structure. Solid floors are made from one piece of hardwood timber and are available in UV Lacquered, Oiled and Brushed or just Oiled finish.
2. Prime Oiled Oak Engineered – For 2009 the oiled affect prime engineered oiled oak with its uniformed look due to having slight color variation between the boards is THE floor to have for 2009, especially if you would like that stunning visual look that will transform the room. Engineered hardwood flooring (also known as semi solid flooring) is made up of a core of hardwood, plywood or HDF and a top layer of hardwood veneer that is glued on the top the surface of the core and is therefore expensive at time.
3. Smoked, Brushed & Oiled Rustic Engineered Oak – For 2009 this old school floor style is still going strong especially for those who are after that deep natural look as the smoke technique gives the Oak floor that stunning dark color and is perfect for those who are after extra strong natural wooden look. The engineered smoked oak has been designed to provide greater stability, particularly where moisture or heat pose problems making it very versatile in terms of where best to use it.
Now that you are fully up to speed on the current hardwood flooring trends for 2009, there is nothing stopping you buying your dream floor that will transform your room.
