Texture, even in the context of hardwood flooring, is all about how the floor feels which also lends itself
to how it looks. It’s just as important as the grade, colour, species and finish, especially if your wood
flooring is in a space where you spend a lot of time, such as a living room or bedroom.
Hand Scraped. Uniquely perfect imperfection
Hand Scraped texture, sometime called “Wave”, ranges from subtle to extreme, and from repetitive to
more authentic pattern, depending on the method used and the desired end result.
One common way to produce a Hand Scraped texture is to use automated machines. When the wood is
milled, the machines skim the surface of the boards, creating rows of depressions within the wood’s
surface. Gouging and/or sanding wheels with varying rotations, depths, and sizes are selected
depending on the desired results. Machine scraping usually lead to a more repetitive and noticeable
pattern.
What wood flooring textures are available?
Smooth
This is not so much a texture as a lack of texture. A smooth wood flooring is pretty self-explanatory in its
name where the floor has been sanded to make a smooth surface.
A smooth finish gives a uniformity to the appearance and feel of the flooring, and is typically used with
high grade of wood and a glossy lacquer to produce a very “clean” looking floor. Occasionally, smooth
floors can look unrealistic due the lack of knots and surface texture.
Reclaimed
As we move towards being a more eco-friendly and conscious society, this is the texture that will grow in
popularity over the next few years.
Reclaimed wood flooring uses wood from old buildings or structures and repurposes it for use in new
homes.
This method of recycling is not only great for the environment, but it also looks stunning and can really
enhance the look and feel of any space.
Brushed
Brushed wood flooring is where each board is treated with a wire brush to achieve deeper, more
pronounced grains and making the wood a little more resistant to scratches. It exposes the natural
charm and qualities of the wood giving it even more character and individuality.
The main purpose and benefit of a textured finish to wood floors is the visual appeal that it has which
works well in almost any room and with any design.
It can provide your space with character, which could be considered more traditional and less of a trend
look, meaning that it will never go out of style.
Textured finishes like brushed or distressed wood also look more natural and authentic than a smooth
wood which could, ultimately, add value to your home.
