by Arimar | Aug 16, 2016 | Blogs, Iberian Collection
Introducing Valencia European White Oak
We’re excited to introduce you to Valencia. Valencia is part of Arimarwood’s new Iberian Collection of European Oak engineered wood flooring. With its natural colored hardwood floor and matte finish, it lends itself to many design ideas, allowing you to make it your own. Get to know Valencia.
Color and Size: Its lovely, subdued blend of tan and grey has earned Valencia its title as the “new natural,” with an elegance that’s Euro-chic. Valencia is available in ¾” x 9 ¾” and 5/8” x 8 ½.” The wide plank wire-brushed and finished with a low gloss, gives residences a matte and contemporary look.
Construction and Properties: The Iberian Collection is designed to be tough and durable. The pre-finished engineered flooring features a durable UV cured aluminum oxide finish and Bona lifetime support warranty. This makes the flooring scratch, slip and impact-resistant and allows for easy cleaning and stain removal.
Design and Style: Valencia’s tan and grey coloring is well-balanced. This makes it as versatile to work with as natural and beige tones; it casts a sophisticated look that goes with any shade of furniture or accessories. But because grey is a little bit different and unexpected, it can also be a great base for unusual interior design.
by Arimar | Aug 10, 2016 | Blogs, Floor Art Collection
Product Spotlight Rossell European White Oak
This stunning beachside home is nestled in Sarasota, Florida. The homeowners fell in love with the look and style of Rossell European White Oak. Our friends at The Wood Floor Doctor of Sarasota installed the floors. As you can see, the results are striking. Because Rossell is engineered hardwood, they took advantage of the flooring’s durability and adaptability to the Paradise Coast climate, and used it across the entire house.
The Look: Rossell has a semi-fumed, distressed, handscraped finish. Tool markings and rounded edges made by hand add charm and character. Rossell’s neutral, medium sand color makes it versatile to use with many different design tastes and styles.
The Properties: This is an engineered wood floor crafted from Rustic European White Oak with a Heveas-based or rubber core. (See the environmental benefits of using Heveas here.)
The Benefits: The engineered construction of Rossell adds strength and stability, which makes it ideal for Florida homes as it can withstand moisture. UV acrylic urethane finish is scratch resistant. Arimar flooring come with 25 years limited warranty. Learn more here.
Use our online room planner to design your room with Rossell. If you are interested in learning more about Rossell or other hardwood flooring selections, please contact us.
by Arimar | Aug 4, 2016 | Arimar International, Blogs, Floor Art Collection, Iberian Collection
Hardwood Flooring 101: Color Choice
After making the decision to install hardwood flooring in their home, many homeowners will then ask about choosing the right color. Today, wood flooring is available in the lightest shades of whites and natural neutrals to the deepest ebony and mahogany hues. Here are some simple yet powerful tips to keep in mind when helping a client decide on a wood floor color that best suits their home.
Light Wood Flooring
As the light palette complements most décor styles, light wood flooring offers a blank canvas from which to build off of to create a variety of looks, as in the charming rustic bedroom below. European White Oak Rossell
Or create a more modern appeal on trend like the sleek space below. Seville Rustic White Oak
Light flooring will help give the illusion of space and make a smaller-sized room feel larger and much more open. Because they can create a sense of spaciousness, lighter shades of greys and neutrals also work well in rooms with low-ceilings. Malaga European Rustic White Oak
Very light flooring pairs well with darker details as in the kitchen above. For families with children, light hardwood floors tend to show less dirt than dark hardwood floors.
Dark Wood Flooring
Dark wood floors are on trend and work well with a variety of design styles, whether modern furniture and fabrics or a mix of earth tones with antique-aged wood furniture. Smoked Brushed Oak
Here you see how the dark floors complement the vibrant-colored furniture. They can be used to create for a formal dining room, bring out the warmth in other elements of décor for a more rustic cozy feel in a den as in the one below, or add a touch of chic modernity to an office space.
Vigo European Rustic White Oak
Whereas light colors make a room look airy, dark wood floors can make a room look smaller. If you do use a dark wood floor, wide plank hardwood flooring can make a room look bigger; the wider board will create fewer seams, which will balance out the dark color of the floor.
by Arimar | Jul 13, 2016 | Blogs, Floor Art Collection
Why Grey Hues are the Latest Trend in Wood Flooring
According to the National Wood Flooring Association, one the hottest trends is toward a grey or driftwood. Grey has gained popularity in recent years as the perfect “neutral” tone for walls, carpeting and tile. It only makes sense then that grey tones are also trending in hardwood flooring. The Wood Floor Covering Association adds that the trend, which started on the West Coast, has now been fully embraced by the Easy as the perfect way to modernize an outdated room.
Grey tones can range from light neutrals to deep charcoals. Grey wood flooring at its best brings out the grains and textures that are characteristic of wood, adding visual interest to a room and allowing the floor to become very much part of the overall design statement you seek to make. At the same time, grey doesn’t overpower or fight with other colors. Greys also compliment many decorating styles.
One of our favorite grey inspirations rooms is this modern bedroom featuring Tip Top Grey Rustic European White Oak. The eggshell walls and clean lines create the perfect foil to this darker grey hue. The unique grey-blue color is achieved through an elaborate process of reactive stain, grain effect with extreme matte oiled finish.
Use our View Room Planner to create a visualization of your room.
