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Types of hardwood
This species’ exceptional strength, distinctive grain character, and enduring appeal have made it the flooring choice of discerning homeowners for centuries.
Available in both engineered and solid formats, this flooring offers a wide spectrum of tones from pale and natural through to rich, deep finishes.
Discover our most sought-after hardwood species, each offering unique character and performance for residential and commercial flooring.
Ash
Ash combines strength, flexibility, and visual character. With its pale tone and pronounced grain, it adds a touch of natural movement and texture to interiors. Ash flooring suits both modern and rustic designs, balancing style and practicality with ease.
Birch
Light in colour with a smooth, uniform texture, birch provides a calm, neutral foundation for any interior. Its subtle grain and gentle warmth make it a versatile choice for flooring, cabinetry, and furniture.
Cherry
Cherished for its warm, reddish-brown tone that deepens with age, cherry adds an inviting sense of sophistication. Its fine grain and glowing colour bring a natural richness to flooring and furniture alike, offering a luxury yet welcoming feel that enhances any interior.
Hickory
Celebrated for being exceptionally tough and hard-wearing, hickory features striking contrasts in colour and a bold grain pattern. It’s ideal for family homes and busy spaces where longevity and style are equally important.
Mahogany
A reddish-brown hardwood admired for its durability and distinctive grain. Mahogany is often chosen for high-end furniture and elegant flooring, lending interiors a polished and enduring sense of quality.
Maple
With its light colour and smooth, even grain, maple lends a bright, modern feel to any space. Its clean surface reflects light beautifully, ideal for achieving a fresh, open aesthetic in kitchens and living areas. Durable and versatile, maple works equally well in both classic and minimalist interiors.
Merbau
Known for its deep reddish-brown tones and exceptional durability, merbau is a dense hardwood that performs beautifully in demanding spaces. Its rich colour and subtle grain bring a sense of warmth and confidence to interiors, making it a popular choice for high-traffic areas.
Oak
Renowned for its strength, durability, and natural moisture resistance, oak is one of the most sought-after hardwoods for flooring. Its versatile tone and gentle grain make it suitable for both traditional and contemporary interiors. Available in a range of finishes from soft pale hues to rich shades, oak flooring creates a seamless and cohesive look that matures beautifully over time.
Poplar
A lighter, softer hardwood that’s easy to work with and ideal for painted finishes or subtle, understated designs. Poplar’s fine texture and light tone complement modern, minimalist interiors beautifully.
Walnut
Walnut stands out for its rich chocolate-brown colour and straight, refined grain. It brings depth and distinction to any room, creating a sense of understated luxury. Perfect for statement living spaces, walnut offers a combination of warmth, stability, and timeless appeal.
Wenge
Striking for its deep, near-black colour and dramatic linear grain, wenge creates a bold, architectural look. Exceptionally hard and dense, it brings depth and contrast to contemporary interiors, making it ideal for statement spaces where impact and durability matter.
Explore additional premium hardwood species, each offering distinctive characteristics for unique flooring solutions.
Beech
A strong, fine-grained hardwood with a soft pinkish tint. Beech creates a welcoming, balanced aesthetic, adding gentle warmth and natural harmony to interior spaces.
Elm
Elm Valued for its strength and resistance to splitting, elm’s interlocking grain brings movement and organic charm to wood surfaces. It’s a distinctive option for homeowners seeking texture and individuality.
Iroko
A tropical hardwood with a golden-brown tone that deepens over time. Iroko offers durability and natural character and is often chosen as a sustainable alternative to teak for indoor and outdoor use.
Sapele
This deep reddish-brown hardwood features a subtle golden sheen and fine, decorative grain. Sapele is often used for veneers, furniture, and high-end flooring where a touch of richness is desired.
Teak
Famed for its golden-brown hue and remarkable moisture resistance, teak is both durable and elegant. Often used for premium flooring and outdoor applications, it’s known for lasting beauty and reliability.
Selecting the right hardwood is about finding a balance between style, function, and personality. Our team will guide you through the qualities of each species — from texture and tone to performance and maintenance — so you can choose a floor that reflects your home and lifestyle beautifully.
Visit our London showroom or request free samples to experience the natural variation, colour, and texture of our hardwood collections. Bring depth, warmth, and enduring beauty to your home with The Natural Wood Floor Company.
