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Shopping for a new wood floor and confused by names?  Names such as Brazilian Koa?  Koa is a wood from Hawaii, but some refer to Tigerwood as Koa.  Often times it seems some cannot resist to urge to “create” a name in the hopes of relating to the consumer, while confusing their competitors.  True common names for Tigerwood include Muiracatiara and Goncalo Alves, named after the man who discovered the tree – Goncalo Alves.  The list goes on and on.  Another good one is Brazilian Oak which can refer to Tauari or now more commonly, Amendoim.  Although Tauari grows in Brazil, Amendoim is not found in any significant volumes at all, but rather next door in Paraguay.  Neither of which has any relation to any Oak.  Tauari is normally stained and Amendoim is a unique exotic with swirly grain and a tight knot structure which separates it from all other exotics.  This madness only serves to confuse rather than to educate.

Don’t worry, we are here to help and can dispel any myths or fairy tales you have been told.  Your head need not be spinning, The Woodman is here to help!

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We love it when our customers are pleased!  It’s very satisfying when our prefinished solid wood flooring has made such a dynamic impact in their living space.  These photos are from one of our recent clients in Illinois just after installation of his Amendoim flooring.  Call us today and experience the difference.  Direct importers and never any tax!  Nationwide shipping.

Prefinished 4" Amendoim Solid Wood Flooring by stewartfloor

Prefinished 4" Amendoim Solid Wood Flooring from stewartfloor

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All you Amendoim fans out there, call stewartfloor at 866-780-7839 to check our current inventory on 3/4″ x 3″, 3/4″ x 4″ and 3/4″ x 5″ Prefinished Amendoim.  This species has become more and more popular and difficult to find, we are importing all the containers we can from our supplier.  We keep a very good stock position on this gorgeous straw brown/reddish hued unique hardwood floor.  Why pay retail?  Why not buy your Amendoim flooring from a direct container importer?  We ship nationwide and you pay NO TAX!  Samples are available upon request.

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Wood is like no other natural product on earth!  Hardwood flooring adds an undeniable warmth to any home or commercial space.  Wood flooring has many advantages when compared to other flooring materials such as carpet, among them are health benefits.  Unlike carpet, wood flooring is allergy friendly and easy to maintain.

When choosing among various wood species for your interior, there are several key points to keep in mind to guarantee your satisfaction.

1.  Color is the first consideration given the fact that flooring is the major canvas for overall interior design.  One simply cannot underestimate the importance of color and its impact in your overall design goals.

2.  Once the color range has been decided, your personal lifestyle is an important consideration.  This comes into play considering the density of one species over another and practical wear and tear.  Tropical species have a major advantage in this consideration when compared with traditional domestic species.  The species offered at StewartFloor range from 25% harder up to 3 times harder when compared to domestic species.  What does this mean to you?  Although like all woods, they will still dent and scratch, tropical woods will do this to a lesser extent compared to domestic species such as Oak & Maple.

3.  Species of wood are as unique as individuals.  It’s important to consider your climate and how one species behaves in your climate compared to another species.  Wood is hygroscopic and this means it adapts to the environment it is in.  During the winter months with the heater on to maintain a pleasant environment, wood will shrink and this is what creates the “gaps” you commonly see in the floor.  There is nothing wrong with the floor and it is not defective, it’s simply shrinking due to the dryness in the air.  In the summer months, more humidity means the wood swells again and the gaps fill in.  Some woods shrink less than others and are more stable than others, if this is a critical point for you, then comparing species stability should be on your list of considerations in selecting the right species of wood for your new floor.

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The production of StewartFloor tropical wood flooring contributes to the economic strength in the communities where our manufacturing partners are located in Brazil, Paraguay & Peru.

StewartFloor is committed to preserving the forests of South America.  In Brazil, the Brazilian Institute of the Environment and Natural Resources (IBAMA) monitors and regulates the forestry industry. StewartFloor promotes sustainable forest practices and is committed to securing timber that is selectively harvested and inspected under the governments guidelines.  StewartFloor  supports only manufacturing partners who are committed to sustainable forestry practices and are committed to the social and economic well being of their employees as well as obeying the law.  Following these practices provides well being for communities and employees as well as ensuring that the forests live on to provide economic benefit for local communities for generations in the future.

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Stewart Floor is proud to be able to offer this truly unique tropical hardwood floor.  Although sometimes referred to as Brazilian Oak, this species grows in Paraguay not Brazil.  Amendoim features a tight knot and swirled grain which separates it from all other tropical species as truly unique in a straw brown/reddish hue.  Stewart Floor finishes this with a natural finish rather than tinting it with a red tint to blend the color like many of our competitors.  This is a truly unique warm species which expresses itself unlike any other tropical flooring.  Call today to learn our current inventory of Amendoim which we offer in 3/4″ x 3″ solid prefinished as well as in 3/4″ x 4″ and 5″ widths with 1′ to 7′ lengths.

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At Stewartfloor we are pleased to provide free hand samples in assisting homeowners in their purchase decision.  It’s important to keep in mind that wood is a natural product and samples are just that, samples.  Samples provide an idea of what an overall floor will look like, but it is key to consider pictures and larger samples if you are not familiar with what to expect or comfortable in making a decision.  Stewartfloor is happy to assist with this as we provide full boxes of flooring for purchase.

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Our container of 4″ & 5″ Amendoim Prefinished flooring is arriving this week into Baltimore. This is a highly in demand flooring species and ours offers a true microbevel and finished with Klumpp coatings of Germany featuring a 35 Year Residential Warranty. Call today to discover the direct importer difference. Product knowledge, incomparable service and nationwide delivery.

Installed Amendoim Flooring with German Klumpp Coating

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Installed Amendoim Flooring with German Klumpp Coating

Amendoim is a wonderfully unique honey straw brown color with red overtones.  Unlike others, we leave this product it’s natural colors rather than tinting the finish and accentuating the red tones.  This is a truly unique tropical hardwood with a tight knot structure which will look great in modern and traditional environments alike.  As always, stewartfloor prefinished flooring is finished with German coatings, in this case Klummp.  These new additions to our collection are microbeveled 4 sides and offer lengths of 1′ to 7′.  Call us today for your free quote.  We currently have 3″ product stocked in our Baltimore warehouse.

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Flooring is the foundation or canvas for all interior design.  Wood Flooring provides a naturally warm and allergy free environment.  The species offered here at stewartfloor offer natural depth of color without artificial stains and this provides for longterm optimal appearance over time.  Flooring is an investment and think about it, how many floors are you going to purchase in your lifetime?  Buy your wood floor from a direct container importer working directly with the manufacturer in South America.

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