Prefinished Oak Flooring at Real Oak Floors
Many people are choosing oak floors for their homes but due to the financial climate not all of us can afford the beautiful oak flooring we have to offer. This is why we are all choosing our oak flooring on a budget (believe me it can be done!). If you want a bespoke oak floor for a great price then look no further.
Being British we all have a love affair with the old oak tree. An oak tree can be defined by a very old saying that goes “from little acorns grow mighty oak trees” and this is very true. The oak tree is renowned for its solidness and strength which is why we love to lay oak flooring. The grain and texture of oak makes it a beautiful wood to work with and you will often find it is a favourite amongst cabinetmakers and carpenters alike. Of course as with anything oak changes as it ages. It becomes darker and almost seems like a different wood altogether. There are also many different varieties of oak that range from across the world so you will always be able to find a colour you like.
Oak flooring comes in a whole variety of options and finishes. Real Oak Floors has 18 different styles of oak flooring ranging from the most traditional unfinished oak floor to the American lacquered oak floor. You can buy wide planks or slim planks, lacquered planks or un-finished planks. In fact you can buy any oak floor design you can think of! You can even buy engineered oak flooring which gives you a whole range of finishes including smoked or brushed.
The big question when it comes to oak floors is the finish. Some people like to leave their oak floors to breathe and become a part of the room by leaving them unvarnished or without polish. This can have a stunning affect on the room, especially if you have a lot of wooden furniture in there but it can also cause a lot of heartache when it comes to maintenance. Unfinished floors are harder to keep clean and will scuff, dent and even absorb stains more than their lacquered contenders. Lacquered oak flooring on the other hand is easy to maintain, keep clean and copes well in heavy traffic areas such as the hallway. You can also choose from oiled or no oiled. This will make the wood look darker but will also make it last longer. After all there is no point in having a beautiful brushed oak floor when it won’t last forever.
So if you are looking for some oak flooring that is affordable yet stylish then why not have a browse at the different oak floor collections now? With so many different choices you will be surprised what gorgeous flooring you can get for your money.
Written by Philippa Wilson.
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