Oak railway sleepers are considered to be the most popular type of wood used
for flooring. Oak is at the top of the list for the following reasons:
1. Durability
Oak makes
an ideal flooring option because it lasts much longer compared to other
materials including tiles, marble, cement and concrete. In fact oak usually
lasts between 500-800 years. Oak is also extremely durable and hard to break
2. Beauty
Oak has an attractive grain that adds more
detailing to the floor. Oak is like wine…It improves with age. You will notice
that the natural colour and detail of oak flooring becomes more noticeable over
time. If you want a very clean cut type of oak, choose a prime grade oak. On
the other hand, if you want more details like knots and grain patterns, choose a
rustic oak.
3. Variety
There are several different oaks to choose
from. Choose according to your preference. Easier to paint compared to other
types of wood, timber merchants like
Railway Sleeper usually offer oak products in different colours aside from
their natural shade. Colours include lime white, peach and antique colours like
burgundy and dark brown.
4. Low maintenance
Oak can be costly but in the long
run you will appreciate that the price is justified. Compared to other woods,
oak doesn’t require costly maintenance. Resistant to fungal and insect attacks,
oak is resistant to termites, parasites and mould mites. It is also easy to
clean and it doesn’t trap any unpleasant smells.
5. Elegance
Oak has always been appreciated for
its beauty and elegance. It is also respected for of its overall qualities.
See our extensive list of oak railway sleepers and find the
perfect oak for your flooring project. Call Railway Sleeper on +44 (0)1536
267107 for more details.
