Understanding Wood Grades & Finishes

When it comes to choosing wood for your floors, it’s not just about colour — grade and texture play a vital role in how your floor will look, feel, and last.

Different wood grades reflect the natural variation in appearance — from clean and more uniformed to rustic, knotty and cracked. These different styles will help you create the perfect design.

Likewise, the finish and surface texture you choose — whether it's smooth, brushed, or distressed — will define the experience underfoot and visually.

Whether you're designing a sleek and modern apartment or a warm, cosy cottage, understanding the grades and textures available will help you make informed choices that match your aesthetics, lifestyle and budget.

Stacks of wooden planks in a lumber storage area.
Sunlit room with wooden floors, two patterned armchairs, a leather ottoman, a lantern, and large glass doors leading to a scenic outdoor landscape with trees and a fence.

Aged, Industrial, Weathered & Vintage

Explore our collection of hand-made distressed and aged bespoke finishes, designed to create a timeless charm and character.

Key Features:

  • Time-Worn Appearance: Authentic distressing of the surface mimics natural aged look.

  • Natural Colour Variation: Soft natural tones, giving the floor a organic feel.

  • Edge distressing & Softened Corners: Slight bevelling and worn edges simulate years of natural use and character.

  • Beauty is in the imperfection: The beauty of a natural product is that no two pieces of wood are the same. Ours floors strike a balance between new and old — perfect for a modern industrial apartment, traditional cottage or heritage style properties.

A light-colored hardwood floor in a living room with a beige couch, a small black side table with a beige lamp and a candle, a potted white orchid, a framed picture of a cityscape at night, and a window with decorative items on the sill.

Select Nature Grade

Select Nature Grade is the perfect balance between prime and rustic. It showcases the natural beauty of wood with fewer and smaller knots. This is a benefit when trying to add character to a newer property or modernising an aged property.

Key Features:

  • Reduced Knots: Only small and medium sound knots are allowed — no large or loose knots, ensuring a smooth and refined appearance.

  • Grain & Colour: Subtle variations in grain and tone highlight the natural charm of the wood.

  • Clean Surface: Very few surface defects or blemishes - ideal for clear and light finishes that highlight the woods natural elegance.

Living room with a red velvet sofa, a wooden coffee table, pink curtains, a piano, and a large window showing trees outside.

BC Rustic Grade

BC Rustic Grade is full of natural personality — showcasing the raw organic beauty of real wood. This grade embraces knots, mineral streaks, and colour variations making it ideal for those who love natural warm and characterful appearance.

Key Features:

  • Visible Knots & Grain: Prominent knots (both sound and part filled), enchanting grain movement and variations create a highly textured visual appearance.

  • Natural Imperfections: Will contain some small cracks contributing to a beautiful natural rustic look.

  • Authentic Feel: This grade leans towards period, traditional and rustic interiors.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a marble countertop, a black and gold stove, and a round rug in the background.

Weather Claimed Oak

Weather Claimed Oak is a bold statement-grade Oak designed to bring the feel of time-worn, naturally aged timber into modern or rustic interiors. This finish delivers deep texture, dramatic grain, and the raw beauty of part-filled knots and cracks — all while preserving the integrity of the wood.

Key Features:

  • Heavily Brushed Texture: Intense brushing brings out the Oaks natural grain creating a tactile, weathered surface with depth and definition.

  • Part-Filled Knots & Cracks: Natural imperfections are selectively filled leaving the surface partially open for a more rugged aged effect.

  • Authentic Weathered Look: Mimics Oak that’s been exposed to decades of natural aging — without the unpredictability and high price tag of reclaimed timber.

A cozy kitchen corner with wooden floors, a white dining table, and a green chair with a yellow pillow. There is a white cabinet on the right with shelves and drawers. A wooden crate with green shoes is on the floor next to the cabinet. A small rug with a star pattern is partially visible on the floor. The background shows dark sliding doors and a wall clock.

Tumbled & Cracked Oak

Tumbled & Cracked Oak — designed for those who appreciate the raw, lived-in look of vintage timber. Each board is distressed, cracked, and tumbled to replicate the feel of timeworn planks that have aged naturally over decades. The result is full of character, warmth, and visual storytelling.

Key Features:

  • Distressed & Cracked Surface: Carefully crafted to include surface cracks, dents, and undulations that mimic authentic wear and tear.

  • Tumbled Edges: Boards are softened and slightly worn on the edges, creating a time-softened antique look.

  • Part-Filled Knots: Natural knots are selectively filled to maintain structural integrity while leaving visible character.

  • Distinct Texture: No two boards are the same — expect authentic variation in every plank.

A corner of a bedroom with wooden flooring, a white bed with a cream blanket, a white radiator under a window, and part of a chair.

Prime AB Grade

Prime AB Grade is one of the cleanest wood grades available, combining the best aspects of nature with refined consistency. It is selected for its minimal imperfections, more uniformed grain and elegant appearance, making it the top choice for premium interiors.

Key Features:

  • Clean Refined Look: Virtually knot-free, though occasional small sound knots may be present.

  • Colour Uniformity: Tight selection ensures minimal tone variation across boards.

  • Fine Grain Structure: Smooth even grain with very little surface disruption — perfect for clear or lighter finishes.

  • Precision-Milled: Excellent machining quality with crisp edges and smooth surfaces.

  • Premium Appearance: Ideal for high-end bespoke flooring