Wood grades

The grade of a hardwood floor describes the visual aspects of a floor. The choice of a grade has no impact on its quality, resistance, or durability.

CLEAR & UNIFORM

Light and even in appearance, the clear & uniform grade shows a slight tonal variation between the boards.

This grade is composed of natural sapwood coloration. Boards with marked color contrasts are not accepted in this grade.

Light appearance

Knots

Light appearance

Authentic

Light and even in appearance, the clear & uniform grade shows a slight tonal variation between the boards.

Moderate grade features more noticeable differences between boards, embracing a natural look.

Light appearance

Knots

Light appearance

Distinction

Light and even in appearance, the clear & uniform grade shows a slight tonal variation between the boards.

Distinction grade shows subtle variations between boards, adding character while maintaining uniformity.

Light appearance

Knots

Light appearance

Moderate

Light and even in appearance, the clear & uniform grade shows a slight tonal variation between the boards.

Moderate grade features more noticeable differences between boards, embracing a natural look.

Light appearance

Knots

Light appearance

Knots

Small sound knots and repaired knots are accepted. Limited in number and diameter.

Streaks

Small mineral streaks of any length are allowed. Limited in number

Wood oxidation

Undergoes a moderate change in color over time, turning a lighter, more even golden brown.