Points To Consider With Reclaimed Oak Flooring

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By Mary Walker


If you are planning to lay a new floor in your home you may decide to go for something special and put down a wooden surface. A lot of people are now moving towards this type of surface rather than carpets or ceramics due to its appearance. If you a thinking of buying Reclaimed oak Flooring there are a few things you should take into consideration before you make a purchase.

You can now find many businesses trading that will deal in antique building materials and flooring. An antique wooden floor is a very popular choice due to its appearance, character and the fact that it is good for the environment as it is recycled. Another reason is that a brand new floor made of oak would be very costly so reusing materials is a cheaper alternative.

There are a few places for you to look and do your homework when you are trying to find some suitable oak for your flooring. There are reclamation warehouses and yards in many neighborhoods and these are a great place to buy from. The internet is also a good place to find suppliers and local builders in your area may also be able to help you by supplying some second hand timber.

The web based reclamation companies are often the cheapest place to buy your wood from as they will have lower overheads so can sell at a lower price. The web pages will show a list of their stock and also some useful information on the products they sell. You should remember that as well as the price of the oak you will need to add the cost of shipping on to your order.

A lot of the timber will be English oak and this has been a popular floor material for centuries due to it being hard wearing. Many old mills, school houses and stately homes will have had this kind of flooring. The majority of the reclamation firms will sell the timber in its original condition but you can find refurbished wood and you should take care when choosing.

It is important that you make the right choice when selecting your oak. If you are going for an antique look then you will need to buy unfinished wood that is in original condition which is the most popular. If you want the floor to look brand new, then you will need to find timber that has been sanded and sealed, so that it looks unused.

There are a few important things for you to do before you place an order for your oak and a little care is needed. You will have to carefully measure your rooms and work out how much wood you need and select a shade that will suit. You will then need to make some price comparisons to ensure you get the best deal that is available.

The companies that supply the oak will usually price it by the square foot, meter or yard. After you have ordered your chosen quantity, your timber will be prepared for shipping, and will arrive at your home on an agreed date. A large number of firms may also offer you a floor laying service and this can be a cost effective way to get the job done.




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