Brazilian Teak Flooring

There are several types of wood widely available for flooring and Brazilian teak may not be the most obvious choice. However, this attractive and long lasting wood makes an unusual but sensible alternative to other wood types, as it is durable, moisture resistant and looks good in any room in your house.

One of its biggest appeals is its elegant appearance - it tends to come in a wide range of dark brown shades and often, no two pieces are exactly the same color, creating a stylish and interesting effect. Unfinished Brazilian teak can also be stained easily in any desired color. Over time, teak tends to darken naturally, so an older teak floor can have an even more distinctive appearance.

Teak is an extremely hard and durable wood - harder than maple, oak and pine - in fact, Brazilian teak is one of the hardest woods, making it a suitable flooring material even for high trafficked areas. Teak is naturally resistant to decay and is also resistant to moisture, meaning that any spills are easily dealt with.

If your home has a lot of natural light, teak flooring may be an ideal choice, as the different shades and tones can appear even darker and lighter in differing light conditions. The wood has a distinct grain, making it particularly suitable to use in a parquet flooring pattern; however you should be wary of having a teak floor and lots of teak furniture, as the overall effect can seem too dark and gloomy.

Perhaps the one disadvantage of this flooring is that it does cost a little more than other flooring types, although it makes a sound investment. It's also perhaps more difficult and time consuming to install than other softer types of wood flooring materials. However, it's a flooring material that can retain its good looks for many years, create an exotic touch and add value to any home.

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