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Clear
Clear grade flooring is the "cleanest" grade, containing no knots and the least amount of color variation. Board lengths range from 12" to 78", with an overall average length of approximately 3'. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Select & Better / 1st Grade* This grade of flooring has more variation in color than Clear and may also contain some small, tight knots. Board lengths vary, with a medium average length of approximately 2 1/2'. * 1st grade Maple is the equivalent grade to Select & Better grade in other wood types. -------------------------------------------------------------------- #1 Common / 2nd Grade* This grade has increased color variation from Select & Better * 2nd grade Maple is the equivalent grade to #1 Common in other wood types. -------------------------------------------------------------------- #2 Common / Natural This grade contains a full range of color(s), which may include mineral streaks and some solid knots of varying sizes. -------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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This flooring is made from timbers that have been "reclaimed" from old industrial buildings such as mills and / or old farm buildings. This is wood that may have been discarded years ago when these buildings were torn down. Reclaimed or Antique flooring is available in a wide range of wood types and in different grades. It is generally more expensive than "new" wood flooring of the same species and grade. It is also possible to obtain very characteristic Reclaimed or Antique flooring that contains such imperfections as nail and worm holes, etc. |
