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−	* BREEAM Speculative floor & ceiling finishes.
	* Domestic floors: Part 1: Construction, insulation and damp proofing.		* Domestic floors: Part 1: Construction, insulation and damp proofing.
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	One last option to consider when choosing what wood to use for flooring is maintenance, and here, both Ash and Oak are similar. But as for price, oak has a slight advantage over Ash.		One last option to consider when choosing what wood to use for flooring is maintenance, and here, both Ash and Oak are similar. But as for price, oak has a slight advantage over Ash.

−	It may be useful to consult experts whose job it is to ~~understnad~~ the best material considering the installation environment.	+	It may be useful to consult experts whose job it is to understand the best material considering the installation environment.
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		+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =
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		+	* BREEAM Speculative floor & ceiling finishes.
		+	* Domestic floors: Part 1: Construction, insulation and damp proofing.
		+	* Floor definition.
		+	* Flooring defects.
		+	* Glass block flooring.
		+	* How to fit carpet.
		+	* Raised floor.
		+	* Resin flooring.
		+	* Screed.
		+	* Separating floor.
		+	* Sprung floor.
		+	* The Differences Between Engineered Flooring and Solid Hardwood Flooring.
		+	* Types of carpet.
		+	* Types of floor.
		+	* Types of flooring.

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−	~~= Ash or Oak wood flooring? =~~	+	To help develop this article, click 'Edit this article'.

−	Using [https://www.ubwood.co.uk/ hardwood flooring] in your home can have a big advantage is you get it right. Of course, the warmth it adds to the room temperature and the aesthetics effect for a beautiful home make the choice of wood floor on target. But the issue sometimes is deciding which type of hardwood to use. There are different types of hardwood, and they come with different advantages. And among these hardwoods are the Ash and Oak options for flooring. Which of these hardwoods should you use?	+	= Introduction =

−	~~While some people may say hardwood is~~ hardwood, ~~professional builders~~ and ~~interior décor experts understand there~~ are ~~differences between hardwoods. Let’s explore a little bit of~~ the ~~qualities of~~ Ash and Oak ~~hardwoods to understand more~~ of these ~~qualities. Perhaps, it would help us make an informed decision the next time we have to make a choice between these two kinds of~~ hardwoods.	+	There are different types of hardwood, and they come with different advantages. And among these hardwoods are the Ash and Oak options for flooring. Which of these hardwoods should you use?

−	~~About~~ Ash ~~hardwood~~	+	= Ash =

−	~~[https://www.ubwood.co.uk/engineered-ash-wood-floor.html~~ Ash wood flooring] comes from the European Ash trees. Ash woods can be both hard and soft depending on the family they ~~emanate because there are different species of the Ash-tree family~~. ~~They~~ are locals to Europe and West Asian countries and ~~have from~~ 45 to 65 different species of Ash tree, ~~therefore,~~ be careful to make sure you know what species of Ash you are deal with ~~when using them~~.	+	Ash wood flooring comes from the European Ash trees. Ash woods can be both hard and soft depending on the family they come from. There are locals to Europe and West Asian countries and are 45 to 65 different species of Ash tree, so be careful to make sure you know what species of Ash you are deal with.

	There are particular Ash wood species called deciduous which are even harder than the Oakwood, but with a downside of being less resistant to moisture. Also, regarding color, there are two distinct colors in ash woods. There is a type (sapwood) that is white in color and another (heartwood) with various colors from beige to dark brown.		There are particular Ash wood species called deciduous which are even harder than the Oakwood, but with a downside of being less resistant to moisture. Also, regarding color, there are two distinct colors in ash woods. There is a type (sapwood) that is white in color and another (heartwood) with various colors from beige to dark brown.

−	In term of grain quality, ash wood ~~does rank~~ fine but not as compared to oak~~. Ash comes in a different grade, and as well as the prices~~. When having a lighter color is a consideration, the ash wood is in advantage. If you consider price, ash is higher in price than oak.	+	In term of grain quality, ash wood ranks fine, but not when compared to oak. When having a lighter color is a consideration, the ash wood is in advantage. If you consider price, ash is higher in price than oak.

−	~~About~~ Oak ~~hardwood~~	+	= Oak =

−	Oakwood is a popular hardwood and the preferred choice for many people in flooring their homes. Its use is not limited to solid wood flooring; it also ~~cut across~~ engineered wood flooring ~~as well~~. Oak has about 600 species, and it is local to North America and Europe. Most people see the oak tree as representing strength and longevity; these are primary reasons people choose oak ~~as the preferred option~~ for flooring.	+	Oakwood is a popular hardwood and the preferred choice for many people in flooring their homes. Its use is not limited to solid wood flooring; it also includes engineered wood flooring. Oak has about 600 species, and it is local to North America and Europe. Most people see the oak tree as representing strength and longevity; these are primary reasons people choose oak for flooring.

−	In term of grain, oak well respected. Oak also ~~fare~~ well in all four wood grades including prime, select, natural and rustic ~~and~~ Oak ~~wood features prominently. The oak~~ wood is also resistant to moisture and humidity and can be used where other hardwoods fail. Oak wood is a better option when considering denting and scratching, which makes it a better option in an environment with high footfall.	+	In term of grain, oak well respected. Oak also fares well in all four wood grades including prime, select, natural and rustic. Oak wood is also resistant to moisture and humidity and can be used where other hardwoods fail. Oak wood is a better option when considering denting and scratching, which makes it a better option in an environment with high footfall.

−	One last option to consider when choosing what wood to use for flooring is maintenance, and both Ash and Oak ~~share~~ similar ~~advantages as no one is better than the other~~. But as for price, oak has a slight advantage over Ash.	+	One last option to consider when choosing what wood to use for flooring is maintenance, and here, both Ash and Oak are similar. But as for price, oak has a slight advantage over Ash.

−	~~Now that we have explored both kinds of the wood qualities, it~~ may be ~~a tough exercise having a none professional wood handler decide as we can see the features look like they share close qualities and may be hard~~ to ~~decide which is to consider. The solution at this juncture will have to be treated professionally by~~ experts whose job it is to ~~select~~ the best material considering the installation environment.	+	It may be useful to consult experts whose job it is to understnad the best material considering the installation environment.

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= Ash or Oak wood flooring? =

Using [https://www.ubwood.co.uk/ hardwood flooring] in your home can have a big advantage is you get it right. Of course, the warmth it adds to the room temperature and the aesthetics effect for a beautiful home make the choice of wood floor on target. But the issue sometimes is deciding which type of hardwood to use. There are different types of hardwood, and they come with different advantages. And among these hardwoods are the Ash and Oak options for flooring. Which of these hardwoods should you use?

While some people may say hardwood is hardwood, professional builders and interior décor experts understand there are differences between hardwoods. Let’s explore a little bit of the qualities of Ash and Oak hardwoods to understand more of these qualities. Perhaps, it would help us make an informed decision the next time we have to make a choice between these two kinds of hardwoods.

About Ash hardwood

[https://www.ubwood.co.uk/engineered-ash-wood-floor.html Ash wood flooring] comes from the European Ash trees. Ash woods can be both hard and soft depending on the family they emanate because there are different species of the Ash-tree family. They are locals to Europe and West Asian countries and have from 45 to 65 different species of Ash tree, therefore, be careful to make sure you know what species of Ash you are deal with when using them.

There are particular Ash wood species called deciduous which are even harder than the Oakwood, but with a downside of being less resistant to moisture. Also, regarding color, there are two distinct colors in ash woods. There is a type (sapwood) that is white in color and another (heartwood) with various colors from beige to dark brown.

In term of grain quality, ash wood does rank fine but not as compared to oak. Ash comes in a different grade, and as well as the prices. When having a lighter color is a consideration, the ash wood is in advantage. If you consider price, ash is higher in price than oak.

About Oak hardwood

Oakwood is a popular hardwood and the preferred choice for many people in flooring their homes. Its use is not limited to solid wood flooring; it also cut across engineered wood flooring as well. Oak has about 600 species, and it is local to North America and Europe. Most people see the oak tree as representing strength and longevity; these are primary reasons people choose oak as the preferred option for flooring.

In term of grain, oak well respected. Oak also fare well in all four wood grades including prime, select, natural and rustic and Oak wood features prominently. The oak wood is also resistant to moisture and humidity and can be used where other hardwoods fail. Oak wood is a better option when considering denting and scratching, which makes it a better option in an environment with high footfall.

One last option to consider when choosing what wood to use for flooring is maintenance, and both Ash and Oak share similar advantages as no one is better than the other. But as for price, oak has a slight advantage over Ash.

Now that we have explored both kinds of the wood qualities, it may be a tough exercise having a none professional wood handler decide as we can see the features look like they share close qualities and may be hard to decide which is to consider. The solution at this juncture will have to be treated professionally by experts whose job it is to select the best material considering the installation environment.

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