Solid timber flooring (also known as hardwood) remains a popular choice for Perth families, builders, renovators, architects and interior designers.
A practical and durable surface, solid timber flooring adds a natural warmth and sophistication to any home with a timeless elegance that outlasts decor trends. View our Timber Flooring Gallery to see just how timeless it is.
Floors of Distinction has a wide range of Australian and European precision tongue and groove solid hardwood floors.
Australian species include Blackbutt, Brushbox, Ironbark, Red Mahogany, Rose Gum, Spotted Gum, Blue Gum, Tasmanian Oak, Jarrah and Tallowwood and other Australian hardwoods.
We have the knowledge and experience to advise on all timber aspects and help you select the right solid timber flooring option for your Perth home or building.
Consider the Benefits
Solid timber flooring:
- Provides excellent long term value
- Is environmentally sustainable
- Can be resurfaced and repolished to restore condition
- Is easy to clean and maintain
- Is available is a range of colours, styles, sizes and species
- Is proven to be good for your health!
Each wood species has its own unique character and depending on which one you choose, there may be several grades available. Grades impact on the cost and final look of your timber floors.
American Oak
Brushbox
Eastern States Blackbutt
French Oak
Grey Box
Grey Iron Bark
Jarrah
Karri
Marri
Messmate
Rosegum
Sheoak
Spotted Gum
Sydney Blue Gum
Tallowwood
Tasmanian Blackwood
Tasmanian Myrtle
Tasmanian Oak
Turpentine
Solid Timber Flooring Grades
Grades are summarised according to Australian Standard AS 2796 and describe the overall character that will be achieved. Grades include:
- Select Grade (Clean or Light Feature) – This is the cleanest grade of timber. Features or natural discolouration do not dominate. Boards may have uniform short or narrow gum veins.
- Standard and Better (Light Feature) – Combines the features of select and standard grade to provide a floor with slightly more character.
- Standard Grade (Moderate Feature) – This grade contains boards that are moderately featured and may include gum veins, knots and natural discolouration.
- Feature and Better – Combines the features of feature grade and standard grade.
- Feature Grade (Full Feature, High Feature or natural grade) – This is similar to standard grade but with more dominant features.
- Economy Grade (Rustic Grade) – This may have large tight knots and the most colour variation, but has the structural integrity of a feature grade floor.
Visit our showroom for a more detailed explanation and to see samples of each wood grade.
Janka Scale
Another important aspect to consider when choosing solid timber flooring is the hardness or strength of the wood. Hardness is measured according to the Janka scale, where the higher the Janka rating, the harder the wood. For more information on the Janka Scale visit the Wikipedia page or call our store today to speak to one of our experts.
Get a Quote
Talk to us today about our range of solid timber hardwood boards to suit your flooring requirements.
Visit us in store, call (08) 9418 4333 or contact us through our form to arrange a quote.