Top Trends of Natural Wood Flooring in 2023

Wood flooring is a timeless option and despite the proliferation of wood-look flooring alternatives, there will always be a demand for solid hardwood or engineered wood flooring. Wood flooring, like clothing, decor, architectural design, and so many other aspects of our world, has its own fashion sense. While the appeal of hardwood floors in general is exceptional, there are always new styles and trends to discover. Even vintage styles have seasons of renewed popularity. Let’s check out the latest trends in natural wood flooring based on different aspects.

Here’s a quick rundown of some of the current natural wood flooring tones trends we are keeping an eye on for 2023.

Grey + Beige = Greige :

After several years of enormous popularity, grey wood floors are finally seeing a decline in demand. Instead, current fashion trends favour lighter looks. Bleached and whitewashed floors are popular right now, such as “greige,” a light beige with a hint of grey. These lighter tones are popular because they add a sense of space and lightness, which many people are craving in the aftermath of the pandemic.

Natural Finished Hardwoods :

The elegant appearance of a high-polished natural wood laminate floor will always be in demand. However, the low or no-sheen natural wood finish is regaining popularity. Natural finishes are best to keep up with the current “modern farmhouse” design trend, which combines natural and modern elements for a comfy-chic look.

Distressed :

The textured appearance of distressed wood remains popular no matter what. However, designers and homeowners have recently shifted away from the hand-scraped look and toward wire-brushing. It’s a subtle distinction, but wire-brushing produces softer textures, whereas hand-scraping produces a more rustic look. For the time being, people prefer the weathered look of wire-brushed floors to the weathered look of hand-scraping.

The types of wooden flooring listed below are surely trending in 2023,

Engineered hardwood :

Engineered hardwood flooring is the closest thing to natural, solid hardwood flooring. It has a thin layer of hardwood veneer on top of man-made materials such as plywood or fiberboard.

This type of hardwood has a core that is either medium-density fiberboard (MDF) or high-density fiberboard (HDF) and serves to stabilise and support the plank. Even better, the engineered wood plank layers include a premium attached underlayment, making it extremely durable and suitable for all areas of the house.

Reclaimed Wood :

It’s no surprise that reclaimed wood has taken off so quickly. This wood is unique, durable, and green, with each plank telling a story. It is simply the reuse of old building materials. In essence, recycling, it provides you with something unique while also being environmentally responsible.

Reclaimed wood is frequently derived from decking, timbers, and barns. It has a naturally distressed appearance. However, now that it is so popular, you can find reclaimed wood from unusual sources such as wine barrels and more.

Now, let us have a look at what wood flooring textures are currently trending:

Wirebrushed Wood Floors :

Homeowners adore the weathered appearance of wire-brushed wood flooring. Wire-brushed wood floors have more texture than smooth natural hardwood floors. This trendy style adds character to your floor while still providing a finished appearance. These natural wood floors are a cross between hand-scraped and distressed floors in that their textures are more subdued and streamlined while remaining rustic and unique.

Handscraped floors :

The hand-scraped floor has one of the most unusual flooring textures. This technique is used to make the floors look weathered but also fashionable. Your floor will appear to have been in your home for a long time with scrapes and knots. Essentially, the wood grain is more exposed, giving your floors a rustic appearance.

The following list tells you about which of the natural wood floor finishings are best suited for your house:

Satin-Finished Wood Floors :

A satin finish is a perfect compromise between glossy and matte. It still has a little shine, which is muted enough to hide dirt and imperfections rather than highlighting them as gloss does. Satin finishes are typically 40% lustrous, which translates to a 4 on a shiny floor scale of 1-10. These floors have been the most popular among homeowners in recent years. A satin finish will still make your floors shine, but not as brightly; it’s calm and subdued.

Fumed-finished Wood Floors :

Fumed wood, also known as “smoked wood,” has been exposed to ammonia gas. The reaction of ammonia with the natural tannins in the wood results in a darker finish, usually with a grey undertone. This finish is especially popular with white oak flooring because the ammonia brings out the colour in the grain. Furthermore, fumed wood evenly colours each plank, resulting in a sleek, modern floor. Your floors will look vintage chic with a fumed or smoke finish. Its rich, yet subdued colour is simple and classic.

Matte-Finished Wood Floors :

Although satin has been the most popular finish in recent years, it is believed that matte will overtake it in the next 5-7 years. There is a widespread misconception that matte floors appear dull or flat. Matte floors, however, give your home a modern and eye-catching appearance. Of course, a low-quality floor with a matte finish will look dull, but a superior wood floor will look stunning.

As you can see, the wood flooring industry is buzzing right now. There are a plethora of different, unique options trending that will most likely be around for years to come, which means your options are limitless. Whatever wood flooring trends you prefer, Oslek Flooring has the experience to get the job done right. You can’t beat the natural beauty and warmth of solid hardwood or engineered timber flooring for a timeless look that will last a lifetime. We offer high-quality timber floorings in a variety of price ranges for Australian homes.

Our hugely popular timber flooring collection has a product to suit every taste. Discover even more flooring options from our extensive collection, including parquetry and herringbone pattern styles with or without underlay. For more information about our services in Melbourne and Sydney, call us on 03 9877 1966 or email us at sales@oslek.com.au.