Known most commonly for the aromatic barbeque assets, mesquite is also a beautiful and durable wood. Like most natural woods it is complete with the stain color differences and the pin holes and knot holes. If you want a more uniform look, you can find it but it will be at a price. Like most everything else you can find almost anything you want at the right price. Many people enjoy the character of the more common mesquite wood while some would prefer a more even and smooth look.

Mesquite lumber can be found throughout Texas and into Mexico. The domestic and most common mesquite lumber has quite a variety of colors but normally covers only about 5 species of the tree. There are, all included over 60 species of the Mesquite tree and wood such as the “honey mesquite” can be found in Mexico and Argentine. When purchasing mesquite rustic hardwood flooring you will want to be sure what type you are getting because the colors can vary so widely. Some of the more exotic species even have purplish streaks running through them. Mesquite is a very attractive wood for flooring but the characteristics and coloring vary so widely that you want to make sure you are going to get what you are expecting.

Select grade mesquite wood flooring is clear wood with a few tight knots. Rustic grade has wormholes, knots, and mineral streaks among other things. The holes are usually filled with epoxy and the whole board is then stained. Many times both grades are mixed together in flooring to give the floor a more natural and rustic look. Mesquite rustic hardwood flooring will stand up to many years of heavy duty use.

It is generally considered wise to hire a professional to install Mesquite rustic hardwood flooring because there are differences from other types of wood. This is especially true if the wear layer (top layer) is thicker than the wood sheets used under the main flooring. Some people have tried to install this flooring but most end up asking for help or hiring a professional in the end. It is better to have a professional install it right the first time than to have to pay for them to not only install but undo any mistakes that were made by an amateur attempt at installation.

Because of the color variety and durability of this wood, Mesquite rustic hardwood flooring is predicted to rise in popularity. Some have already discovered the beauty of Mesquite and the word is spreading. This wood can be a little more pricy than most domestic wood but you won’t be disappointed in the result.

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