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The versatility of unfinished Pine flooring
Pine flooring has been part of American architecture for centuries. Eastern White Pine provided early New England colonists with long, wide planks for floors as well as structural timbers, siding and interior wainscoting. Longleaf Heart Pine was called the “wood that spawned the American Industrial Revolution” and was used in homes, factories and buildings throughout the country.
Today, homeowners love unfinished Pine flooring for its versatility. It’s equally at home as upscale loft flooring and casual family room flooring. It can be distressed and textured, making it excellent choice for shabby chic flooring. And for a truly rustic appearance, nothing beats wide plank knotty Pine flooring.
At Carlisle Wide Plank Floors, we offer several varieties of wide plank unfinished Pine flooring that let you choose and design the perfect surface for any interior. Our wide plank specialists can help you select the type of Pine wood as well as the width of the boards and style of finish that will make your Carlisle Pine floor a one-of-a-kind surface.
What is unfinished Pine flooring?
Unfinished Pine flooring is a floor made from one of the many varieties of Pine trees found throughout the Northern hemisphere. An unfinished Pine floor is one that has not yet been sanded, stained or sealed.
What is unfinished wide plank Pine flooring?
A wide plank floor uses floorboards that are much wider and longer than standard commercial flooring. Where a typical commercial floor uses boards that are around 3″ wide and 3′ to 4′ long, wide plank flooring uses boards that may range from 8″ to 20″ in width with lengths up to 12′.
Types of unfinished Pine flooring
At Carlisle, we offer three types of Pine flooring.
- Eastern White Pine produces wide, durable planks that feature smooth grain and beautiful knots. Eastern White Pine can be finished in a variety of ways, making it a popular choice for many interior design styles.
- Heart Pine, cut from the heart of the Longleaf Pine tree, produces planks that are as hard as some medium hardwood floors and that feature rich colors that range from darker, modern hues to warm amber and pumpkin. Prominent cathedral grain patterns, wider lines and extravagant knots provide lots of personality.
- Hit or Miss Pine is a distressed wood flooring option that perfectly recreates the look of centuries-old timber produced by early mills. Hit or Miss Pine floors reproduce rustic saw marks and other imperfections to create a floor that has an instant sense of character and authenticity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does unfinished Pine flooring look like?
Pine floors range from light, golden yellow to deep, rich browns and reds. Pine floors have a very prominent grain and frequently have knots and other blemishes that give a Pine floor a charming, rustic appearance.
How durable is unfinished Pine flooring?
Unfinished Pine flooring is certainly a durable surface – there are many Pine floors that are more than a century old. But as a softer wood, Pine will show its wear more easily than other species, and you'll find it harder to prevent scratches, dings and dents. If you're looking for a floor that will take on a distressed look, a Pine floor can be a perfect choice.
Can unfinished Pine flooring take a stain?
You can absolutely stain an unfinished Pine floor and your wide plank specialist can help you pick the perfect color AND provide you with the appropriate stains and finish.
How should I clean unfinished Pine flooring?
Before the floor is stained and sealed, you can clean it by sweeping or vacuuming it – avoid mopping or cleaning with any liquids. Once the floor has been finished, you can clean it easily by mopping with a combination of water and a little vinegar.
What is dirty top Pine flooring?
A dirty top Pine floor is made with planks milled with a rough, rustic grade or that boards that contain original saw marks or other kinds of imperfections and wear.
Why choose unfinished Pine flooring from Carlisle?
For over 50 years, Carlisle Wide Plank Floors has been crafting the finest wood floors in America by hand. Each floor we produce is a masterpiece in wood, perfectly reflecting the sense of style and beauty of the homeowner who designs it. Our master craftsmen are artisans who painstakingly produce each plank with pride, passion and purpose. With unfinished Pine flooring from Carlisle, you’re choosing a floor that is sourced from the soundest and most reliable timber grown in America’s forests, and one that is designed to be a defining feature of your home for years to come.
We offer three ways to start your journey to the wide plank floor of your dreams. You can visit a showroom or explore our floors online. You may choose from one of our pre-designed custom collections. Or you can work with a wide plank flooring design consultant to build a custom floor. Along the way, our team will answer every question and guide you through every choice to ensure your unfinished Pine flooring from Carlisle exceeds your expectations.