A Guide to Choose the Right Type of Flooring - Part One
Brazilian Oak – Scarlet – 210S
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Brazilian Oak – Scarlet is an enhanced red color that brings beauty to your home. Stronger than domestic hardwood species. Homeowners can benefit from several characteristics of this species, including the strength and distinct appearance. It does not need regular maintenance and can be cleaned using simple household products/tools such as mops and brooms. Unlike carpeted floors, this sort of flooring does not need to be cleaned by professionals or dry cleaners.
- Plank Dimensions: 4 3/4” Width x Random Length x 3/4” Thickness
- Lacy Act Compliant: Under Lacey Act it is unlawful to import, export, sell, acquire, or purchase fish, wildlife or plants that are taken, possessed, transported, or sold in violation of State or foreign law.
- Wood Species: Brazilian Oak
- Sqft/Ctn: 19.37
- Planks are 4 sided micro-beveled edge. Tongue and Groove.
- Janka wood hardness rating/resistance to denting: 1,650
- Appropriate Grade for Installation: On or Above Grade
- Installation: Tongue and Groove nail down with 1 ½”-2” fasteners
- Recommended Acclimation time: 5-7 Days
- 25 Years Residential Limited Warranty
- Nail Down (with 1 1/2″ – 2″ fasteners) installation
- 3/4″ (actual size: 18mm) thickness
- 4 3/4″ (actual size: 123mm) width
Summary
Aggregate Rating
3 based on votes
Brand Name
FERMA Flooring
Product Name
Brazilian Oak - Scarlet
SPECIFICATIONS
Flooring Type
Prefinished Solid Hardwood Flooring type describes the flooring category. Every flooring category suits specific room design need.
Collection
Rainforest Collections breaks down flooring type according to wood species.
Grade/Series
N/A Series breaks down collection according to construction type or price range.
Warranty
25 Years Residential Limited Warranty. Warranty describes the warranty Ferma Flooring provides to each flooring type.
Finish
Aluminum Oxide The protective surface coating found on all flooring.
Hardness
1650 The density/hardness of the wood species and its ability to withstand foot traffic, children and pets will impact its wear performance, and will vary from species to species.
DIMENSIONS
SQFT/CTN
19.37
Length
Random
Width
4 3/4" (actual size: 123mm)
Thickness
3/4" (actual size: 18mm)
LOOK
Edge
Micro-beveled Describes the way the hardwood and laminate board edges and ends are cut.
Surface Style
Smooth There are three type of surface style: smooth, handscraped, wire brushed.
Gloss Level
55-60% Gloss describes the shiny coating that adds a polished look to the floor’s surface. Every flooring category (hardwood, vinyl, laminate) offers gloss levels (high, medium, low) from which to choose based on your room design and lifestyle.
INSTALLATION
Installation Level
On or Above Ground There are 3 different floor levels: above grade, on grade, and below grade.
Installation Method
Nail Down (with 1 1/2"-2" fasteners) There are typically five installation methods: nail down, glue down, floating with glue, click-Locked, floating by clicking.
Acclimation
5-7 days The amount of time needed for adjusting to the surrounding environment in the room.
Additional Information
The T-Molding helps you seamlessly transition between your floor areas of the same height.
The reducer is used when transitioning from a higher flooring surface, such as wood or laminate, to a lower flooring surface.
Available in: Bamboo, Engineered Hardwood, Laminate, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Luxury Vinyl Tile, Solid Handscraped Hardwood, Solid Hardwood
The threshold has similar application as the reducer as it helps transition floors of different height, but it is best placed under doorways.
Available in: Bamboo, Engineered Hardwood, Laminate, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Luxury Vinyl Tile, Solid Handscraped Hardwood, Solid Hardwood
The stair nose molding (i.e. stair nose) sits at the edge of the stair steps to round out the edges for safety and aesthetic reasons.
Available in: Bamboo, Engineered Hardwood, Laminate, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Luxury Vinyl Tile, Solid Handscraped Hardwood, Solid Hardwood
Certificates
The Lacey Act combats trafficking in "illegal" wildlife, fish, and plants. The Lacey Act now, among other things, makes it unlawful to import certain plants and plant products without an import declaration.
The Forest Stewardship Council sets standards for responsible forest management. A voluntary program, FSC uses the power of the marketplace to protect forests for future generations. FERMA's manufacturers of Solid Wood flooring is FSC certified.
The letters ‘CE’ appear on many products traded on the extended Single Market in the European Economic Area (EEA). They signify that products sold in the EEA have been assessed to meet high safety, health, and environmental protection requirements. FERMA's manufacturers of Solid Wood flooring is CE certified respectively.
The ISO 9000 family addresses various aspects of quality management and contains some of ISO’s best-known standards. The ISO 14000 family of standards provides practical tools for companies and organizations of all kinds looking to manage their environmental responsibilities. FERMA's flooring manufacturers are ISO 9001 certified,
