Kelowna has a lot of really unique communities. Home styles and trends range from the beautiful little bungalows in downtown Kelowna to the ultra-modern homes in upper Mission. It’s not difficult to get a beautiful hardwood floor that will compliment your style, regardless of where you live. There are a huge selection of sizes, colors, and beautiful finishes in wide-plank wire-brushed hardwood flooring. It’s definitely the hottest trend in flooring in Kelowna and it will look amazing for years to come.

What is Wire-Brushed Engineered Hardwood?

As the name implies, a wire brush is used to remove the softer material from the surface of each plank. Unlike smooth or contoured surfaces, wire-brushed hardwood has a rough feel that beautifully showcases the wood’s grain. Wire-brushed hardwood comes in wider planks which show more of the face of each plank. This gives the wire-brushed hardwood an authentic and classic look. In more modern colors such as white washed planks or light greys, the product has a striking appearance that’s sure to make guests jealous.

Most wire-brushed hardwood floors come in between 5″ and 8″ wide and from 5′ to 8′ long, although much larger products are available for a truly custom floor. The two most common species for wire-brushed hardwood floors are white oak and hickory.

Why Choose Wire-Brushed Hardwood Floors?

By comparison to smooth floors, wire-brushed hardwood’s rough texture helps hide daily wear and tear. Because the softer wood is removed, the remaining wood is quite resilient. Unlike smooth finishes, fine scratches on wire-brushed hardwood adds to the authentic look and patina of the floor. As a result, wire-brushed hardwood can be a better choice for families with pets and furniture that may be prone to scratching.

Wire-brushed hardwood will look great for years, but the small crevices throughout the surface do require a little extra care when cleaning. Regular sweeping will keep dirt from getting compressed into the grain. Like all hardwood, avoid using water on the floor. Dry mops work excellent for sweeping and do a great jb of picking up dust and dirt from the floor.

We’d love to have you come down to our showroom and view our huge selection of hardwood including Kelowna’s most popular wire-brushed hardwood floors. Speak with one of our design consultants today!