Below are listed the relative hardness for numerous
wood species used in flooring. The higher the number
the harder the wood. These ratings were determined
using the Janka Hardness Test.
This should only be
used as a general guide when comparing various species
of wood flooring. Depending on where the wood is
harvested the results may vary. Plank construction
and finish are also important factors when determining
the durability and ease of maintenance of any wood
floor.
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WOOD SPECIES
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RATING
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Alder
Douglas Fir
Southern Yellow Pine (shortleaf)
Tamarack
Southern Yellow Pine (longleaf)
Black Cherry
Black Walnut
Teak
Heart Pine
Yellow Birch
Red Oak(Northern)
Kimbala
American Beech
Ash
White Oak
Australian Cypress
Merbau
Hard maple
Wenge
African Pedauk
Bamboo
Hickory
Pecan
Purpleheart
Jarrah
Santos Mahogany
Mesquite
Brazilian Cherry
Brazilian Teak
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590
660
690
800
870
950
1010
1155
1225
1260
1260
1260
1300
1320
1360
1375
1400
1450
1630
1725
1800
1820
1820
1860
1910
2200
2345
2820
3540
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