Grading systems

Wood is a natural product. Some types of wood – beech, for example – have a relatively calm grain. Others, like oak, are rich in structure, with a spectrum of calm to rustic. We offer a wide selection for you to choose from.

Wood is a product of nature – each tree has its own structure and individual colour combination. An image or a sample will therefore never be able to give you a complete picture of the finished floor. Please also note that the colour may change when exposed to light.

As a guideline, darker wood species will get a more golden tone, whereas lighter species will become slightly darker.

Detailed grading explanations may be downloaded below:

Wood is a product of nature – each tree has its own structure and individual colour combination. An image or a sample will therefore never be able to give you a complete picture of the finished floor. Please also note that the colour may change when exposed to light. As a guideline, darker wood species will get a more golden tone, whereas lighter species will become slightly darker.Cracked knots are filled with putty, so small gaps between the putty and wood may appear.

The BOEN grading system

CALM

Calm, selected grading, even growth and medium knots. Standing and lying annual rings.

LIVELY

Natural grading with small to medium knots; a limited spectrum of colours due to sapwood.

WILD

Structure and vivid growth; larger knots; sapwood and heartwood; a rich spectrum of colours.