Hardwood flooring is one of the best options for your home because it’s always in style, it's durable, and it looks beautiful. Maple is a popular hardwood choice. If you’re considering installing maple hardwood, here’s what you should know.
Hardness and Durability
A major benefit of maple hardwood is that it's extremely durable because of its hardness. It’s a very dense wood and ranks at 1450 on the Janka hardness scale. That means it's harder than oak, cherry, and ash. Since maple is so hard, it doesn’t dent easily, but it does require a quality polyurethane finish to prevent scratching.
Availability
Maple is a readily available hardwood because it’s easy to grow and source in the United States. This availability, in addition to the different grades of quality, means that maple is often one of the most affordable hardwood options to choose from. It’s a more environmentally-friendly option than other hardwoods that aren’t as easy to obtain.
Grain and Color
Maple has a subtle grain that makes each plank fairly uniform. It’s a great option for large spaces because of this simple grain, in addition to the fact that maple is typically light-colored. Its appearance makes it easy to work with for interior design purposes because its simplicity prevents it from overwhelming the space. It provides a clean, simple look that works with many design styles. The light color and simple grain are unlikely to clash with future style changes.
Versatility
Maple hardwood is versatile because of its appearance, price range, and durability. It can be used in virtually any room in your house, especially when area rugs are used to protect it from high traffic and water exposure.
Flooring Pros has the expertise you need to find the right maple hardwood flooring option. Contact us today to learn more.