In contemporary flooring styles, there are many options to choose from. Virtually hundreds of different styles and types of wood are available, but few stand out so much as the ever-popular Tigerwood Flooring. Produced from the species branch Astronium it has gained a large preference where both interior flooring and decking are concerned. Tigerwood boasts a light background wood, enriched with stripe-like veins resembling brushstrokes that accentuate the overall exotic look. The backgrounds range in color, depending on what portion of tree is used. Sapwood is generally lighter, ranging from a pale tan to middle tones of brown, while heartwood is darker, making the contrast between striping and background more subtle. The aging quality that comes from exposure to sunlight darkens the lighter colors to more rustic reds.

Tigerwood is an excellent choice for the environment as well. With certification from the FSC – the Forest Stewardship Council – Tigerwood has a record of being less strenuous on the Brazilian neotropical forests it is harvested from. This moderation, of course, means preservation of the Earth’s natural resources.

As appealing to the eye as Tigerwood may be, in truth it may be the durability that leads the customer to decorate their home with this remarkable wood. Tigerwood is incredibly durable, with a Janka rating ranging between 1700 and 1900. It also boasts a natural resistance to both decay and insects, making it preferable for outdoor use. Even before preservation methods, the lifespan extends well past twenty years. This only reinforces the sense that this is a perfect choice for long-lasting beauty, inside and out.

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