In the South, longleaf pine- source of the most desirable heart pine flooring-was harvested later and is pervasive from eastern Virginia to Texas. “Hard” pines, which mellow to a color often called pumpkin pine, are especially prevalent in New England. In the Northeast, wood species include Eastern white pine, “hard” red and yellow pine, poplar, oak, and chestnut. These magnificent floors were harvested from old-growth trees whose tight, dense grain gave the wood a longevity that woods harvested today can’t match. The widest boards (up to 24″) were used to sheath broad surfaces because they required fewer joints and fasteners, says Mark Thibeau of Craftsman Lumber. (Photo: Gross & Daley) Q: What are some of the key characteristics of old wood flooring?Įarly wood floors tended to be wide, with planks averaging between 6″ and 12″ or more. 1700 house, the edges were beveled down to make the floor look old.
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