American Cherry, American Walnut – they are beautiful for a bedroom suite, but for flooring? Some quick points to think about, why are you attracted to these species? Is it more about the color or grain? Research shows that consumers are more attracted to a color of wood than a particular grain pattern of a specific species.
It’s important to consider the hardness of a particular species for flooring material. A bedroom suite or dining room table is far different than a surface you are going to walk on. There are many great alternatives to softer species when it is the color you are after. I suggest you do your homework on species which are naturally the color you are interested in, natural color is generally always better than stain because the color is through and through. Obviously, some colors which are quite popular now like gray is not available naturally in a species, but you would be amazed how many shades are available without the use of a stain. Exotic woods are a great consideration in this discovery process and open up a large canvas of possibilities as you get your design groove on..
