Red oak hardwood floors can be beautiful and long-lasting, but they also have a few downsides worth considering. Discover the ...

Here’s everything you need to know about hardwood flooring types, like costs and ... It comes in both red and white oak variations and can be used in high-traffic areas as the wood grain hides ...

At 1,290, red oak is the median. Black cherry, teak and Douglas fir rank softer; hickory and pecan are harder. ... Hardwood floors are a big investment of time and money, ...

We've tested and reviewed products since 1936. Read CR's review of the Blue Ridge Hardwood Flooring Red Oak Natural 20473 (Home Depot) flooring to find out if it's worth it.

Q. I have 2-inch-wide red oak flooring throughout my house, which was built in 1984. In many areas, there are gaps from 1/32 to 1/16th of an inch between the boards.

For example, while the Nordic hardwood floor color palette is popular, it won’t work with every type of wood. Some species respond well to color or pigment while others can be much more challenging.