A GUIDE TO Wood flooring
Wood has created hard-wearing, practical and beautiful flooring down the centuries. And our love affair with it shows no signs of abating despite the ever wider range of alternatives on offer. But while you might know you want a wood floor, there’s actually an array of options on offer, including solid, reclaimed and engineered versions. Then, of course, there are different wood species to consider, alternative finishes, and boards of different widths, plus the patterns of parquet.
What you go for will depend on the room it’s destined for, your household’s make-up, and the look you want to create. We’ve put together all you need to be able to choose, as well as showing you some of the latest options to inspire you.
TYPES OF WOOD FLOORING
You’ll need to choose between solid, engineered and
