Many factors define the look of natural hardwood flooring.

Species of the tree, where it grew, rate of growth, part of the tree used--they all determine your flooring's unique "character marks."
• The closer a plank is cut to the center of the tree, the darker its overall tone. Lighter boards came from closer to the bark.
• Knots indicate that a limb grew from that spot.
• Growth rings, determined by climate trends and mineral/nutrient absorption, determine grain pattern.
While all these "character marks" impact the appearance of finished boards, they do not affect their strength. Ask your Leicester Carpet Sales hardwood professional about which hardwood is the right choice for you.

MANNINGTON Wood Floors offer diverse styles. In choosing the style you like best, consider these basics - color, species, board width, edge style, gloss level, board thickness, and warranty - and see why Mannington Wood Floors are the natural, beautiful choice.

The test measures the effect of pressing a small steel ball (with a diameter of 10mm) similar to high-heels or furniture legs, into the flooring with 100KN (220.5 lbs.) of fixed force. More than 50 impressions are made on several samples of the wood. The diameter and depth of the indentations are carefully measured to determine the hardness. This testing method is the most relevant and realistic method to determine surface hardness of wood floors.