Choose comfort, style, and sustainability with Earthwerks Backlands Red River hardwood floorings. These engineered planks are durable with a wide range of styles. The Red River boasts a rich classic brown color in a variety of tones. Showcasing the natural beauty of white oak and American hickory grain patterns. Red river planks are detailed with intricate brown grain patterns, on a mid to light shade of wood. These growth rings and ripples are accompanied with a few knots in darker details. Overall conveying a rustic vibe for a cozy room. The light warm tone of Red River radiates an elegant ambience to any room. This engineered hardwood features sliced veneers which are layers of wood sliced from a log. Each cut produces a unique character which is then processed and sanded to create a smooth surface. The Red River planks can vary in length from up to 71 inches with a width of 6.5 inches , offering a variety of design possibilities. The shape and size of the planks can impact the flow and overall visual impact of the flooring. An engineered flooring with a 3/8 inch thickness, blends the beauty of the Backlands line with durability and practicality. A popular choice for homeowners for its great value and longevity. The durability and stability of engineered hardwood by Earthwerks provide great resistance to moisture and damage. It is less susceptible to warping due to changes in humidity compared to solid hardwood, making it a better choice for areas like basements, bathrooms, or kitchens. The layered construction of these planks provide better stability, reducing the risk of expansion, especially in fluctuating temperatures. Create a more dramatic and spacious look with these planks, utilizing a top layer of genuine hardwood. This design provides the same authentic look and feel of solid wood but with better cost and practicality. Earthwerks Hardwood are easy to install, catering to any skill level. Whether youre hiring a professional to install these planks or want to try it yourself. You can choose from a variety of options from glue down, floating, nail down, and staple down installation types. For a quick and easy method, floating the planks can be installed on various subfloors without the need to attach them directly, interlocking them together. If you want a more secure hold of the planks on your subfloor, you can use a strong adhesive to glue them down directly. This option creates very stable floors with minimal movements. However, gluing down the planks is a labor intensive task and requires the right skills since they are difficult to remove after. The micro beveled edges of Backlands Red river, enhances its realistic look, preventing a flat dull surface. Bevels along the side of the edges of engineered hardwood creates visual depth and dimension. On top of that, its functional use is to disguise minor irregularities on your subfloor, making installation easier. Lastly, a micro bevel edge profile prevents planks from becoming too tight against each other. Another great quality of Earthwerks is its trademark coating, using TuffShield aluminum oxide to coat the surface of the planks, Backlands planks are protected from daily wear and tear. This UV coating has exceptional strengths that will ensure your floors surface maintains a newly installed feel for years. Found in a wide range of styles, finishes, and wood species, Earthwerks hardwood floors can suit a diverse taste and design preference. You can find options that mimic traditional hardwood or often offer a more modern aesthetic. The Backlands Red rivers smooth surface would suit a sleek and modern aesthetic more, but can be used in other interiors as well such as Nordic style homes or cafes. Delve into the world of options that Earthwerks flooring can offer. Shoot us an email or give us a call for expert tips and customer service.