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A mixture of wood with minor color variations (depending on the type of wood selected) that gives the product uniformity while maintaining wood’s natural, rich look. A few small, healthy knots are tolerated, but the general appearance is knotless.

NATURAL COLOR

Relatively uniform with a slight variation in color depending on the wood species selected (no extreme variation in color, except for birch which is naturally-colored).

PRESENCE OF KNOTS

Small healthy knots accepted up to 5 mm (3/16 in).

CRACKS AND SPLITS

None

MINERAL STREAKS

Small streaks accepted up to 150 mm (6 in)

MARKS AND CHECKS

None for most species (white oak naturally shows some surface marks and checks in limited quantities, which is not a defect.)

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Slight abnormal color variations accepted (e.g. tool marks, stains on slats, discoloration, bluing, etc.)

(*): In the hardwood flooring industry, there is an accepted allowance of up to 5% for pieces that may be misgraded or off-grade. This means that while the vast majority of the flooring will meet our high-quality manufacturing standards, it is possible to find a small percentage of pieces with imperfections or defects. This allowance is standard across the industry and ensures that any minor variations in grading are within an acceptable range.

 

A blend of wood with pronounced color variation, including darker and more visible wood grain that combines the natural colors of heartwood and sapwood and knots.

NATURAL COLOR

All color variations are accepted in this appearance.

KNOTS 

Small, sound knots up to 5 mm (3/16 in.) are accepted.

CRACKS AND SPLITS

Not accepted.

MINERAL STREAKS

Small streaks up to 150 mm (6 in.) are accepted.

MARKS AND CHECKS

Accepted.

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Slight color abnormalities are accepted (ex.: tool marks, sticker stains, discolouration, blue stains, etc.).

A mixture of woods with more pronounced color variations that combine the natural colors of heartwood and sapwood. Knots are visible. The wood grain is darker and more visible.

NATURAL COLOR

All color variations are possible.

KNOTS 

1) Healthy or star knots of unlimited dimensions.
2) For other defects, repair material surface up to 4 square inches (25cm²).

CRACKS AND SPLITS

None

MINERAL STREAKS

Accepted

MARKS AND CHECKS

Small, repaired marks and checks in the compression around knots, less than 40 mm (1 1/2 in) in length, limited in number

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Slight abnormal color variations accepted (e.g. tool marks, stains on slats, discoloration, bluing, etc.)

A mixture of wood with minor color variations (depending on the type of wood selected) that gives the product uniformity while maintaining wood’s natural, rich look. A few small, healthy knots are tolerated, but the general appearance is knotless.

NATURAL COLOR

Relatively uniform with a slight variation in color depending on the wood species selected (no extreme variation in color, except for birch which is naturally-colored)

PRESENCE OF KNOTS

Small healthy knots accepted up to 5 mm (3/16 in).

CRACKS AND SPLITS

None

MINERAL STREAKS

Small streaks accepted up to 150 mm (6 in)

MARKS AND CHECKS

None for most species (white oak naturally shows some surface marks and checks in limited quantities, which is not a defect.)

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Slight abnormal color variations accepted (e.g. tool marks, stains on slats, discoloration, bluing, etc.)

 

A mixture of woods with more pronounced color variations that combine the natural colors of heartwood and sapwood. Knots are visible. The wood grain is darker and more visible.

NATURAL COLOR

All color variations are possible.

KNOTS 

1) Healthy or star knots of unlimited dimensions.
2) For other defects, repair material surface up to 4 square inches (25cm²).

CRACKS AND SPLITS

None

MINERAL STREAKS

Accepted

MARKS AND CHECKS

Small, repaired marks and checks in the compression around knots, less than 40 mm (1 1/2 in) in length, limited in number

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Slight abnormal color variations accepted (e.g. tool marks, stains on slats, discoloration, bluing, etc.)

A mixture of wood with minor color variations (depending on the type of wood selected) that gives the product uniformity while maintaining wood’s natural, rich look. A few small, healthy knots are tolerated, but the general appearance is knotless.

NATURAL COLOR

Relatively uniform with a slight variation in color depending on the wood species selected (no extreme variation in color, except for birch which is naturally-colored)

PRESENCE OF KNOTS

Small, healthy, isolated knots up to 5 mm (3/16 in) in diameter

CRACKS AND SPLITS

None

MINERAL STREAKS

Small healthy knots accepted up to 5 mm (3 1/6 in).

MARKS AND CHECKS

None for most species (white oak naturally shows some surface marks and checks in limited quantities, which is not a defect.)

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Slight abnormal color variations accepted (e.g. tool marks, stains on slats, discoloration, bluing, etc.)

A mixture of woods with more pronounced color variations that combine the natural colors of heartwood and sapwood. Knots are visible. The wood grain is darker and more visible.

NATURAL COLOR

All color variations are possible.

KNOTS 

1) Healthy or star knots of unlimited dimensions.
2) For other defects, repair material surface up to 4 square inches (25cm²).

CRACKS AND SPLITS

Accepted

MINERAL STREAKS

Accepted

MARKS AND CHECKS

Small, repaired marks and checks in the compression around knots, less than 40 mm (1 1/2 in) in length, limited in number

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Slight abnormal color variations accepted (e.g. tool marks, stains on slats, discoloration, bluing, etc.)

A mixture of wood with minor color variations (depending on the type of wood selected) that gives the product uniformity while maintaining wood’s natural, rich look. A few small, healthy knots are tolerated, but the general appearance is knotless.

NATURAL COLOR

Relatively uniform with a slight variation in color depending on the wood species selected (no extreme variation in color, except for birch which is naturally-colored)

PRESENCE OF KNOTS

Small healthy knots accepted up to 5 mm (3/16 in).

CRACKS AND SPLITS

None

MINERAL STREAKS

Small streaks accepted up to 150 mm (6 in)

MARKS AND CHECKS

None for most species (white oak naturally shows some surface marks and checks in limited quantities, which is not a defect.)

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Slight abnormal color variations accepted (e.g. tool marks, stains on slats, discoloration, bluing, etc.

 

A mixture of wood with color variations (depending on the type of wood selected) that gives the product wood’s natural, rich look.  Knots are tolerated.

NATURAL COLOR

Variation in color depending on the wood species selected (no extreme variation in color, except for birch which is naturally-colored)

KNOTS 

1) Healthy or star knots of unlimited dimensions.
2) For other defects, repair material surface up to 4 square inches (25cm²).

CRACKS AND SPLITS

None

MINERAL STREAKS

Small streaks accepted.

MARKS AND CHECKS

None for most species.

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Abnormal color variations accepted (e.g. tool marks, stains on slats, discoloration, bluing, etc.)

 

A mixture of woods with more pronounced color variations that combine the natural colors of heartwood and sapwood. Knots are visible. The wood grain is darker and more visible.

NATURAL COLOR

All color variations are possible.

KNOTS 

1) Healthy or star knots of unlimited dimensions.
2) For other defects, repair material surface up to 4 square inches (25cm²).

CRACKS AND SPLITS

Accepted

MINERAL STREAKS

Accepted

MARKS AND CHECKS

Small, repaired marks and checks in the compression around knots, less than 40 mm (1 1/2 in) in length, limited in number

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Slight abnormal color variations accepted (e.g. tool marks, stains on slats, discoloration, bluing, etc.)

A blend of wood with minor color variations (depending on the selected species) that provides uniformity to the product while preserving the natural and rich appearance of wood. Some small healthy knots are tolerated, but the overall appearance is knot-free.

NATURAL COLOR

All color variations are possible.

PRESENCE OF KNOTS

Small healthy knots accepted up to 5 mm (3/16 in).

CRACKS AND SPLITS

Accepted

MINERAL STREAKS

Accepted

MARKS AND CHECKS

None for most species (White oak naturally exhibits some surface cracks in limited quantity, which are not considered defects.)

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Slight abnormal color variations accepted (e.g. tool marks, stains on slats, discoloration, bluing, etc.)

 

A blend of wood with more pronounced color variations that combine the natural hues of both heartwood and sapwood. Knots are visible. The wood grain is darker and more prominent.

NATURAL COLOR

All color variations are possible.

KNOTS 

1) Healthy or star knots of unlimited dimensions.
2) For other defects, repair material surface up to 4 square inches (25cm²).

CRACKS AND SPLITS 

Accepted

MINERAL STREAKS

Accepted

MARKS AND CHECKS 

Small, repaired cracks and checks  in the compression around knots, less than 40 mm (1 1/2 inches), restricted in number.

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Slight abnormal color variations accepted (e.g., tool marks, slat stains, discoloration, bluing, etc.)

 

 

 

A blend of wood with minor color variations (depending on the selected species) that provides uniformity to the product while retaining the natural and rich appearance of wood. Some small healthy knots are tolerated, but the overall appearance is knot-free.

NATURAL COLOR

Relatively uniform with a slight color variation depending on the selected species (no extreme color variation, except for cherry, which is naturally colored).

PRESENCE OF KNOTS

Healthy knots up to 5 mm (3/16 in) diameter.

CRACKS AND SPLITS

Accepted

MINERAL STREAKS

Small streaks accepted up to 150 mm (6 inches).

CRACKS

None for most species (White oak naturally exhibits some surface cracks in limited quantity, which are not considered defects.)

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Slight abnormal color variations accepted (e.g., tool marks, slat stains, discoloration, bluing, etc.).

Go for a smooth texture if you like simple, no-frills, prefinished wood floors. The effect obtained is uniform over the entire surface. Closed-grained species such as maple are often preferred with a smooth texture.

 

FEEL

Features a soft, smooth surface

DURABILITY

Standard (conceals marks and scratches less)

LIGHT

Reflects light more strongly depending on the finish chosen

The brushed texture highlights each species’ unique natural wood grain. It’s the perfect choice for families and pet owners alike as it helps reduce noticeable wear, is more forgiving and stands the test of time. The brushed texture is ideal for woods with heavy grain and porous areas.

FEEL

Features a grainy feel without being a rough surface

DURABILITY

Hides some marks and scratches

LIGHT

Matte, and slightly absorbs light

Using our unique finishing technique, we open up the wood grain of softer, more porous species to achieve the appearance of a very light brushing. The open grain texture thus enhances the wood’s natural beauty without giving it an overly rustic effect.

 

FEEL

More subtle grain feel while remaining relatively smooth

 

DURABILITY

Minor scuffs and scratches are less noticeable

 

LIGHT

Slightly reflects light

The EDGE texture recreates wear marks, saw marks and various irregularities that are randomly distributed. The desired effect is to obtain an aged, natural and authentic effect. The EDGE texture gives the appearance of worn wood that is steeped in history, while ensuring the reliability of a modern manufactured floor.

 

FEEL

Sensation of a smooth surface with some deliberate imperfections

 

DURABILITY

Wear and scuffing will blend in with random saw marks and dents.

 

LIGHT

Matte, and slightly reflects light

The WAVE texture provides a striking effect with its waviness. It’s as if your flooring was worked by the hands of a craftsman. Wavy shapes are randomly reproduced for uniqueness.

 

FEEL

Smooth surface with slight variations

 

DURABILITY

Ripples will hide light marks and scratches

 

LIGHT

Matte; reflects light more slightly providing a two-tone color and depth effect