5" Quartersawn White Oak

We've just finished another project. This time we decided to show you more of the process of staining and coating a floor. This floor is 5" quartersawn white oak with a custom Kona stain and 2 coats of Gloss Finish.

Quarter sawing is a method of sawing logs. The resulting boards are called "quartersawn." Quarter sawn boards have greater stability of form and size with less warping; and shrinkage is less troublesome. In some woods (such as white oak), the grain produces a decorative effect. Quarter sawn oak shows a prominent ray fleck. Quartersawn boards have two advantages: they are more resistant against warping with changes in moisture and, while shrinkage can occur, it is less troublesome.

White oak is an excellent choice for any hardwood flooring. Whether installed in a single room or throughout the house, oak flooring provides a warm, attractive appearance that can improve the value of a home. It is a versatile choice of flooring because it blends easily with most decors. In addition to oak’s superficial durability, it is very strong structurally. Oak flooring is dense and sturdy, making it an excellent shock absorber. The boards also resist loosening and splitting. White oak in particular is resistant to fungus, insect activity, moisture and standing water, making it a popular choice for kitchens and bathrooms.

The homeowner requested a dark color to the flooring so we applied a Kona stain. We have included pictures of the staining process and we would be happy to explain why we do this and the benefits it allows. Also, we have included pictures of the railing surrounding the stairs, the process of adding the custom glaze (2 coats) to the floor and the finished product. The homeowner was very happy with the results and we were too!

Contact us:

Jay Jenkins
801-688-5077

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Shane Herbert Real Estate

This floor is in the office of Shane Herbert Real Estate located in Park City, Utah.

We are happy to bring you some highlights of this beautiful floor of 1000 square feet of mixed 3 1/4" rustic red and white oak. The finish is hand rubbed natural tung oil allowing the beauty of the oak wood to be highlighted.

The look of red or white oak flooring is hard to beat, and one of the main reasons why people so often choose it as a building material. Oak is full of light, crisp tones and ranges in color from grayish-white to yellowish-brown. The grain is tight and fluid, adding distinction to the wood without being too flashy. It was a perfect addition to this office and really adds a beautiful attribute to any office or home. 

808 Woodside

808 Woodside, Park City Utah

We are excited to feature this custom home in the heart of Park City. The home is located feet from a ski lift at Park City Mountain Resort. This multi-level home contains 2700 square feet of 5" Hickory flooring with an Ebony Rosewood Stain and a Magic Oil Finish. We also installed 44 custom treads and risers to all of the stairs (4 levels in total!).

Here is a link to learn more about Magic Oil

Hickory wood is very hard, stiff, dense and shock resistant. There are woods that are stronger than hickory and woods that are harder, but the combination of strength, toughness, hardness, and stiffness found in hickory wood is not found in any other commercial wood, making Hickory an obvious choice for a durable ski home with added elegance and modern look. The application of the stain and finish allowed us to keep the beauty of the floor and protect it against the elements.

Main Street Condo

The Residece at 614 Main Street, Park City Utah

This amazing condo is located in the heart of Old Park City. The floor is 2200 square feet of 5" Madrone hardwood with an Ebony Rosewood stain and a Magic Oil Finish.

Here is a link to learn more about Magic Oil

The color of the Madrone wood tends to be a cream or pinkish brown color, but can also have dark red patches. Madrone is known for its burl veneer, which has many closely-packed clusters of knots and swirled grain. The grain tends to be straight, with a very fine and even texture. The application of the Ebony Rosewood stain and Magic Oil Finish allow the natural beauty of the wood to come through and radiate through the condo.