Product Info : Hardwood Grades

NOFMA Grades

NOFMA Clear – mainly heartwood, minimum amount of discoloration, uniform surface finish
NOFMA Select – greater degree of color variation compared to clear but minimal knots and streaks.
NOFMA No.1 Common - Showing prominent color variations and various knots, streaks and other characters
NOFMA No. 2 Common - Showing prominent variations in color, with various manufacturing imperfections and obvious character marks.
Click here to see a comparison of Select, No. 1, and No. 2.
Rustic Grade
Many saw mills produce another grade of flooring for hardwood that can’t meet the NOFMA standards for the grades listed above. This grade includes hardwood that contains too many knots and streaks to be considered a No. 2 grade. Many times you will see this floor advertised as a “rustic” or “tavern” grade. For customers who truly want a floor with a lot of character, this is the floor for you. This picture above shows a rustic grade white oak floor with alternating 3”, 4”, and 5” planks.