European White Oak vs. American White Oak Floors
Blog Post European White Oak vs. American White Oak Floors
White Oak is an enduringly popular choice for hardwood flooring—and with good reason. Learn more about the varieties of White Oak and see if it’s the right choice for you. Designing a custom hardwood floor involves exciting—and sometimes challenging—decisions. Selecting the wood species i…
Creating Rustic Transitional Style with White Oak Floors
Blog Post Creating Rustic Transitional Style with White Oak Floors
Transitional interior design has become an increasingly popular design style over the last decade as it blends traditional elements such as upholstered chairs, antiques and neutral colors with the cleaner lines and minimalism found in contemporary design.   Add in natural elements such as Carli…
3 Ways Natural White Oak is Changing Interior Design
Blog Post 3 Ways Natural White Oak is Changing Interior Design
Natural White Oak floors are a staple of the flooring market and are known for their durability, resilience, and versatility. At Carlisle, we love our White Oak hardwood flooring as much as anyone.  Explore the design options in this popular hardwood floor and pick up some design tips for your …
Red Oak vs. White Oak: 6 Key Differences
Blog Post Red Oak vs. White Oak: 6 Key Differences
Red Oak and White Oak are two of the most popular choices for wide plank floors today and hardwood floors in general. So, when consulting with customers, we often get the question: “What’s the difference between Red Oak and White Oak—and which one is better?” Of course, deciding whether R…
Why TwoFold Design Chose Dark White Oak Flooring For The Oaklander Hotel
Blog Post Why TwoFold Design Chose Dark White Oak Flooring For The Oaklander Hotel
In the heart of Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood, known as the Cultural Hub and within walking distance of the Carnegie Museums and Phipps Conservatory, you will find this lively neighborhood’s newest gem, The Oaklander Hotel.  From its breathtaking panoramic views in the 10th-floor lobby t…
White Oak Hardwood Flooring Adds to the Splendor of this Historic Coastal Home
Blog Post White Oak Hardwood Flooring Adds to the Splendor of this Historic Coastal Home
An Old Stone House What was once referred to as “Graymanse, a gray mess”, this stone house stood ominously overlooking New York’s Lake Mahopac since 1885.   The historic Federal style home was in need of extensive renovation, including new flooring throughout the expansive home even thoug…
Rift and Quartersawn White Oak: It’s a Grain Thing
Blog Post Rift and Quartersawn White Oak: It’s a Grain Thing
White oak is a very unique wood since its grain lends itself to a variety of different looks, depending on how it is sawn. Normally, a log is “plain sawn,” that is, it is first cut into a rough square by taking off four sections of the outer bark and sapwood and then sawn with a […]
Carlisle’s Quarter Sawn White Oak:It’s A Grain Thing.
Blog Post Carlisle’s Quarter Sawn White Oak:It’s A Grain Thing.
White Oak is a very unique wood because its grain lends itself to a variety of different looks, depending on how it is sawn. Today, we'll look at these methods and examples of each.
French Oak Floors vs. American Hardwood: What Luxury Buyers Should Know
Blog Post French Oak Floors vs. American Hardwood: What Luxury Buyers Should Know
When designing or renovating an ultra-luxury home or upscale commercial space in the USA, flooring choices significantly influence both aesthetics and property value. Among the premium flooring choices, two options frequently stand out: French oak floors and American hardwoods. While French oak h…
What’s the difference in Yellow Pine vs. White Pine?
Blog Post What’s the difference in Yellow Pine vs. White Pine?
The differences in Yellow Pine vs. White Pine Pine floors have graced American homes for centuries. As one of America’s most time-honored woods, Pine floors were the choice of early New England colonists who also used the wood for siding, wainscoting and structural timbers. Because most Pin…
Birch vs. Oak Wood Floors: Which Is The Better Option?
Blog Post Birch vs. Oak Wood Floors: Which Is The Better Option?
Birch vs. Oak: Which is better for wood floors? Birch and Oak are among the most popular choices for homeowners installing new hardwood floors. These species offer everything you want in a flooring surface – lustrous color, fascinating grain patterns, and exceptional durability and stability th…
The Key Differences In Oak vs. Ash Floors
Blog Post The Key Differences In Oak vs. Ash Floors
When you’re looking for hardwood floors, Oak and Ash are both excellent options for lighter- to medium-toned hardwood floors. Both hardwoods are highly durable and can be finished in a wide variety of stain colors. And Oak and Ash are equally at home in classic, formal or contemporary desig…
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