The benefits of ash flooring over other types of wood floors

Tuesday, 26 April 2011 2:53 PM

When it comes to buying engineered floors online, homeowners have a wide variety of options for what type of wood their new flooring will be made from - but for a covering that ticks all the boxes, ash cannot be beaten.

Buying ash flooring is ideal for those who run busy homes where rooms see a lot of foot traffic from perhaps children or pets, as the wood is naturally shock absorbent and will not sustain damage from overuse or weight.

Heavy items of furniture are often a no-no when installing certain types of wooden flooring, but by getting ash flooring from a UK flooring supplies specialist, homeowners will find their existing sofa or coffee table will not leave a single mark on their new floor covering.

The natural give of ash flooring makes it comfortable underfoot and its flexibility means it is suitable for all rooms in a home. The patterns of its grain are beautiful to look at and the straight lines usually seen help to give a feeling of space and continuity in a room.

One of the main benefits of wooden flooring is how easy it is to keep clean and in good condition. Engineered floors are topped with a layer of real wood and feature ash and other types wood underneath, so the only bit you see is the best quality real ash on top - which just requires a quick sweep with a brush and a clean with a mop to keep it sparkling.

Engineered wooden flooring provides a great combination of style and affordability and gives the same appearance of real wooden flooring without the prohibitive cost or expensive upkeep.

Ash flooring is often chosen as a flooring option due to its availability in a number of different shades, encompassing all parts of the wood colour spectrum.

In a room decorated in cool blues with white sofas and lots of light, light ash flooring may be the best option. However, those seeking a cosy feel in a living room or a study filled with mahogany furniture could opt for the timeless look of dark ash engineered flooring.
 

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