Antique Oak Flooring: Oak grows naturally throughout Britain & Europe and is a hardwood meaning that it has strength and durability. Before the age of metal, ships were built in wood. Many historic buildings have oak timbers dating back 500 years or so and early furniture was made of oak.

Over time oak ages and develops what is known as a patina on the surface, a colouring caused by wear and tear as well as the elements to which the wood is exposed. Antique dealers love the look and feel of old oak and today both old and antique oak furniture and flooring are extremely popular.

Original antique flooring still exists in stately homes where it has been treasured and preserved throughout the years. Fortunately there is a wonderful variety of antique oak wood flooring still available today. Much of it is reclaimed and can be sanded down and processed to create a floor suitable for a modern day home.

Solid antique oak flooring has been popular since the Middle Ages and today this type of flooring is still used around the world. Different styles of antique flooring complement both contemporary and traditional installations in both commercial and residential applications. There is a wide variety of solid antique oak flooring covering a spectrum of specifications, colours and budgets to suit all needs.

Someone contemplating the purchase of oak flooring can be sure that this type of floor will last many decades and always look good. Solid oak flooring laid by a professional installer will always be admired and it is a wonderful way to add value to a home.

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