Unfinished
Unfinished flooring is exactly what it says on the tin. It is an unfinished floor that has not had any stains, oils, or lacquers applied to it. This allows you to finish the flooring as you see fit. To ensure your flooring is durable, you must finish your boards before you can install them.
Brushed
This finish enhances the natural character and texture of the wood by brushing it with a steel comb. The flooring is then treated with oil or lacquer, as described below.
Handscraped
This effect aims to recreate the traditional look of wood flooring when each board had unique characteristics because they were hand finished. This finish especially looks good on glossy, lacquered boards where the reflection highlights the waviness of the finish.
Aged
Aged flooring has an established, worn look reminiscent of vintage or reclaimed wood. It is created by adding light wear to the surface of engineered wood planks.
Varying levels of ageing are available, giving an impression of short- and longer-term wear.
Distressed
This finish gives an old and worn feel, ideal for rustic-themed homes or a nice contrast in modern and minimalist homes. The wear details of a distressed floor are more pronounced than in brushed or aged finishes.
Lacquered
Lacquer is a varnish that dries to produce a hard, durable finish. This helps to reduce the damage caused by spillages and acts as an additional wear layer. The durable qualities of a lacquered finish make it a popular choice for more chaotic areas of the home.
A wide range of lacquer finishes are available including gloss, matt, and satin matt. All of which can be clear or coloured.
Oiled
Oil seeps into the wood and maintains the surface texture of wood flooring while providing some resistance to damage. Unlike Lacquered finishes, oiled flooring does not create a surface layer and therefore usually requires more maintenance and care over spillages.