Going shopping for hardwood flooring can be a daunting task with so many different woods to choose from. Each has their own advantages and disadvantages. One wood that has more advantages than disadvantages is walnut. The only disadvantage is that it is usually higher than others for hardwood flooring are. Using walnut will have a unique appearance, as the grain will be prominently showcased. Although the cost may be higher, it will last longer than other wood. It will also add to the overall value of your home.
Many hardwood floors cannot be mopped even with a damp mop without damaging the wood. The water can seep into the wood, causing mold or rot. With walnut hardwood flooring, it is low maintenance so mopping is an option and it tends to resist mold, water damage, and bug infestations. All of these can harm the wood. If you decide to damp mop the floor, you can do so without needed to treat the hardwood flooring with chemicals that will help to protect the wood from damage such as rot. Walnut hardwood flooring is more resistant from cracking and chipping.
Walnut flooring is also easy to install so this can be a project that the homeowners can do themselves. The walnut planks are generally sold in large quantities with the instructions how to install them included. Once you have a subfloor in place these walnut planks can be easily fitted together to create the entire hardwood floor surface. Damaging the planks is less likely because of the process of treating the wood after harvest and the strength of the planks.
Walnut flooring tends to have a dark appearance but a variation in color can happen. One of the advantages of having a wood with darker grain is it hides dirt better. When the floor starts to accrue dirt or wear it will still appear beautiful. To prevent the buildup of grime and dirt that will eventually damage the wood you can easily clean it. Daily you should try to dust mop the flooring. To make sure that the dust clings to the mop you can lightly spray it with a wood floor cleaner or furniture polish. Make sure that you do not saturate the dust mop with the spray. If your vacuum has a hardwood floor attachment you can use it. If there are any spills, wipe them up immediately.
As you can see, there are many advantages to choosing walnut flooring. It is a stable wood and is less susceptible to water and dirt damage, warping and cracking. Yes, it does cost more but in the end you will have an elegant hardwood floor that will add value to your home should you ever sell it.
