​Bamboo hardwood flooring has been used for its unique design due to it being a grass but also the fact that it has elite strength, durability, and is considered an eco-friendly hardwood. Its natural resistance to insects and moisture is also a big selling point. A bamboo hardwood floor is most commonly manufactured from southeast Asia. One thing to keep in mind if you are considering to get bamboo flooring is how to take care of it. When cleaning this particular wood make sure to use a dust mop for for regular messes and a stiff bristled brooms for more stubborn messes. Try to avoid wet mops as much as possible when cleaning bamboo floors. If necessary wring the mop as much as possible so water is not released into the bamboo floor. Any cleaning detergents should be checked for certain chemicals to avoid dulling.

​This particular hardwood floor comes in hard maple or soft maple. When choosing between the two hard maple is the most durable of the species. Also known as sugar maple, hard maple is derived from the dicot trees. Maple wood in incredibly strong had a nice light taste and stains magically. Maple hardwood tends to be lighter in color giving a white hue and as it ages the color will deepen. You can also go with heartwood which typically comes darker and lightens throughout the years. A maple floor is a great choice for every family. 

​Rosewood flooring which is also referred to as Brazilian rosewood has a sweet smell that lasts for many years. If you use a rosewood hardwood floor what you will be getting is a strong, heavy wood that provides a beautiful polish. This beautiful wood mostly comes from Indonesia. A very popular rosewood would be the Madagascar rosewood which is in a high demand due to its red color. A rosewood floor makes a great color scheme with red or black furniture. Due to this wood having a substantial Janka rating it is resistant to shock, dents, and other hazards that typically happen in the home. 

​Walnut hardwood floors are mostly known for their dark brown color. Often times they have a purple cast combining with dark streaks making it very elegant. Walnut wood is very often referred to as a deep rich that is highly sought out because of its chocolate brown looks. If you go with a hardwood floor made of walnut you will get that classic warm home feeling. It is an easy wood to work with and medium degree of color change. Most of the walnut wood comes from the United States. 

​Cherry hardwood floors have a series of different colors starting from rich red to reddish brown and over time darken. Choosing cherry as your type of floor will have a straight-grain look that is uniform and fine. Cherry had good bending capabilities with a medium shock resistance. Depending on your lighting it will gradually get a deeper look such as rich red. Cherry floors are a gorgeous wood that wont disappoint.

​Fun fact, Brazilian cherry hardwood is not in the cherry family at all, it comes from legumes. They used this name as a marketing technique because it has a very deep red color. This wood does however come from the rain forest of Brazil. Brazilian hardwood floors are extremely hard with a Janka rating of 2350. This wood is hard to work with but it is worth it because Brazilian cherry floors have beautiful stains and finishes. This type of wood has attractive streaks that leave behind dark stripes. 

A pine floor will be a softer floor than most of the others hardwood flooring we have talked about. It will receive dings, dents and scuffs easier than other wood flooring options but pine flooring is the best choice if you want the wider authentic look. One cool thing about pine hardwood flooring is that it hardens over time. Many homes to this day still have their original pine flooring because when you continue to step on pine the fibers inside compress strengthening it over time.

​Hickory hardwood flooring is a very hard and durable choice due to the janka grade of 1820. The incredible strength of hickory makes it a great option for on the go families. The grain pattern in hickory floors are also very popular due to its mildness making it very visible. The balance in the grain is why it is so popular. Hickory is a pet friendly wood because of its durability. If you have dogs, cats, babies, toddlers, kids, and all sorts of running around hickory would be a great option for your family. 

​Ash wood flooring is derived from European Ash trees. Ash wood can come both soft and hard depending on the source. It is always wise to be cautious of where the ash wood came from so when doing your research make sure to know what species you are looking at. Ash hardwood flooring has two distinct colors being sapwood which is white and then heartwood varying from dark brown to light brown hardwood. 

​Lyptus is considered a closed grain wood that is harder than oak. It is a very popular wood for cabinets and flooring. When exposed to light the pigment in the hardwood darken. Lyptus hardwood flooring is so popular because it is considered an environmentally friendly compared to other hardwood flooring such as oak, cherry, and mahogany. Lyptus also is a good pick because it doesn't have spots of knurled grain. 

​Mahogany is one of the best looking hardwood floor you can get. It matches just about anything in the home because of its beautiful pattern and texture. It is a very popular option in Arizona because it absorbs sunlight very well without fading. Mahogany is a difficult wood to cut for different shapes making the installation process a bit trickier. Be careful when buying Mahogany because a lot of companies will say its mahogany hardwood floor when in fact its not a true full cut. 

​Oak hardwood flooring is a great long lasting option when getting a hardwood floor. It improves with age and becomes more beautiful as time goes by. Oak is easy to clean and maintain as well making it a solid choice. My personal favorite thing about oak flooring is that it is naturally resistant to fungus and insects. This helps save you money so you dont have pay extra for special treatment. Oak is the most popular of hardwood flooring but one downside is it has a difficult time absorbing sound. 

​Teak hardwood flooring is another very hard species of wood. It is great against scratches dings and other types of damage that can happen in the household. Teak flooring is naturally rich in oils that leave behind a gorgeous shine and very often times home owners can skip sealers and other treatments. Oils in teak flooring help resist drying which benefits you because you wont have a floor producing splinters. Another benefit is that it absorbs very little moisture. Teak hardwood floor for the bathroom is very popular for this reason. Lets not forget that it is also resistant to insects naturally.

​Jarrah hardwood flooring is best known for its resistance to insects. This wood had great durability and offers that warm elegant look making every room in the house lustrous. Jarrah hardwood floor will give you that dark red wood look then this is the option for you. 

​Mesquite hardwood flooring is a great durable option for a household. The color of mesquite wood is a light brown to dark brown and also gives off a red undertone. Mesquite is another great option for busier households not wanting to worry about dings and scratches with every step.