Teak Hardwood Floors

     Teak, similar to oak when it comes to strength, is a great consideration due to its natural resilience to insects, fungus, termites and temperature shifts. Those are some great assets to consider when choosing teak as your choice for a hardwood floor. Teak tends to have a straight running grain although its texture can be a little uneven. However, it's still a beautiful choice for hardwood flooring.

     Teak hardwood flooring has a natural color a wide expanse of variation of yellow brown to golden brown with dark stripping. Over time teak has an extreme color change with age to a golden brown. Its stability to the climate elements are above average so it would be ideal for installation when you have to considering element changes in humidity or arid climates. Its strength can be applied to its natural defense against scratches and abrasions, however additional protection vary between manufacturers with numerous new technologies that include UV treatments and aluminum oxides.

     When considering any kind of hardwood floor you have to keep in mind that wood is a hygroscopic material. This means when wood is exposed to climate elements such as air and water it will dry or pick up moisture until it is an equilibrium with the humidity and air temperature. Moisture absorption causes wood to swell. In return, contraction can occur in dry climate levels. In conclusion, different types of wood species have different toleration levels to different climates. Thus, it is essential to consider what type of wood to include within your home depending on the location of your home. There are other options, which can include leaving a small gap between the wall and the flooring to allow for expansion and contraction and can be covered with mounting to cover up the gap.

     Teak was recently brought back into fashion through sustainable sources. Its shading can offer a wide array of design and accentuations by combining it with lighter wood variations. With the asset of natural defenses against common household pests and dangerous termites, what a better type of flooring to have in your house! What an selling feature in the real estate market than having a teak hardwood floor.

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