Exotic Hardwood Flooring
in Glendale, CA
Glendale Elite Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling brings exotic hardwood flooring and premium wood floor installation to homeowners throughout Glendale and surrounding areas. Our team specializes in luxury wood flooring options including Brazilian cherry, teak, mahogany, and other tropical hardwood species for residential spaces. We deliver custom hardwood floors that transform ordinary rooms into stunning showcases of natural beauty and lasting durability every single time.
Our company has completed over five hundred flooring projects across Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, and Los Angeles County with twenty years of experience. We employ certified flooring specialists who understand exotic wood species, moisture control, acclimation processes, subfloor preparation, and professional installation techniques perfectly. Our showroom displays over thirty exotic wood samples, and we offer free in-home estimates to help you select the perfect option. We hold a California contractor's license, maintain full insurance coverage, and have earned hundreds of five-star reviews from satisfied clients throughout the region.
Exotic Hardwood Flooring Services We Provide
Our exotic hardwood flooring services handle everything from consultation and wood selection to expert installation and long-term maintenance guidance. We use premium tropical species with unique grains, rich colors, and exceptional durability, ensuring floors that enhance your home's beauty and value for decades.
Brazilian Cherry and Teak Wood Floor Installation
Brazilian cherry flooring brings rich reddish-brown tones that deepen beautifully over time and create warm, inviting spaces throughout your kitchen or bathroom remodeling project. We source authentic Jatoba wood directly from certified suppliers who maintain sustainable harvesting practices that protect forests while delivering premium quality planks to your home.
Our installers prepare subfloors meticulously before laying each plank to prevent gaps, warping, or moisture damage that could compromise your investment in exotic materials. Teak wood floors offer natural water resistance and durability that makes them perfect for high-traffic areas where you need flooring that withstands daily wear.
Mahogany and Tigerwood Hardwood Options
Mahogany hardwood installation transforms ordinary rooms into sophisticated spaces with deep, lustrous grain patterns that showcase the natural beauty of this classic exotic wood. We offer several mahogany varieties, including Santos mahogany flooring, which features darker tones and tighter grain patterns that appeal to homeowners seeking dramatic visual impact.
Tigerwood floor planks display striking striped patterns in golden and dark brown hues that create unique focal points no synthetic material can replicate authentically. Our team helps you select the perfect mahogany or tigerwood option based on your design vision, room lighting, and existing decor elements.
Bamboo and Acacia Flooring Installation
Bamboo flooring options provide eco-friendly alternatives that grow faster than traditional hardwoods while delivering comparable strength and beauty in modern or traditional home designs. We install strand-woven bamboo that offers exceptional hardness ratings and dimensional stability that resists expansion and contraction better than many conventional hardwood species.
Acacia hardwood floors bring golden to medium-brown coloring with natural variation that adds character and warmth to kitchens, bathrooms, and other living spaces. Our installation process includes proper acclimation periods and moisture barrier systems that ensure your bamboo or acacia floors perform flawlessly in Glendale's climate.
Why We Recommend Exotic Hardwood for Your Glendale Home
Exceptional Durability and Longevity
Exotic hardwoods like Brazilian cherry and tigerwood are much harder than domestic oak or maple, making them highly resistant to dents and scratches. Properly installed floors can last fifty years or more with basic maintenance, remaining structurally sound and visually appealing even in high-traffic areas.
Unique Aesthetic Appeal and Character
Imported exotic hardwoods showcase distinctive grain patterns, color variations, and natural features that make every installation one-of-a-kind. These floors enhance your interior design with warmth and sophistication, creating a memorable visual impact for guests while increasing your home’s style and value.
Natural Resistance to Environmental Factors
Certain exotic species, like teak, contain natural oils that repel moisture and resist rot, making them ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, or humid environments. This inherent durability protects against warping, cupping, and mold, reducing long-term maintenance and replacement costs compared to less resilient woods.
Our Exotic Hardwood Flooring Installation Process
We follow a precise installation process that ensures your exotic hardwood floors look stunning and perform flawlessly from day one. Our team carefully prepares the space and executes each step with the attention to detail that premium materials require for long-lasting results.
Initial Consultation and Material Selection
Our consultation process begins with understanding your design vision, budget parameters, and specific room requirements that will influence which exotic hardwood species works best for you. We bring samples of Brazilian cherry, teak, mahogany, bamboo, acacia, and other exotic options so you can see actual grain patterns and colors in your lighting.
Your input helps us recommend materials that balance aesthetic preferences with practical considerations like hardness ratings, maintenance needs, and compatibility with your existing decor and lifestyle. We provide transparent pricing that includes all materials, labor, preparation work, and finishing, so you know exactly what to expect before we begin your project.
Subfloor Preparation and Moisture Testing
We inspect and prepare your existing subfloor by removing old flooring, repairing damage, and ensuring the surface is level within industry tolerances for proper installation. Our team conducts moisture testing because exotic hardwoods require specific humidity levels to prevent expansion, contraction, or cupping problems that could ruin your new floors.
We install appropriate moisture barriers and underlayment systems that protect your exotic hardwood investment from ground moisture that rises through concrete slabs over time. This preparation phase prevents ninety percent of flooring problems homeowners encounter, which is why we never skip steps, even when customers want to accelerate the timeline.
Professional Installation and Acclimation
Exotic hardwood planks must acclimate to your home's temperature and humidity for several days before installation to prevent dimensional changes that create gaps or buckling. We store your materials in the installation area and monitor conditions to ensure the wood reaches equilibrium with your indoor environment before we begin laying planks.
Our installers use specialized techniques for exotic species, including proper expansion gaps, fastening methods, and layout patterns that accommodate the unique properties of each wood type. We complete installation efficiently while maintaining the meticulous attention to detail that ensures your floors look professionally finished with tight seams and consistent alignment throughout every room.
Exotic Hardwood Flooring FAQs
How long does exotic hardwood flooring last?
With proper installation and maintenance, exotic hardwood floors can last 50 years or more. Species like Brazilian cherry and teak retain structural integrity and appearance for decades. Refinishing may be needed every 15–20 years to restore surface finish, but the wood itself remains sound for generations.
What makes exotic hardwood more expensive than domestic flooring options?
Exotic hardwood is more expensive due to international harvesting, shipping, and import costs, as well as regulatory fees. Additionally, slower-growing trees limit supply, and the investment provides unmatched durability, unique beauty, and distinctive grain patterns not found in domestic options.
Can exotic hardwood be installed in bathrooms and kitchens?
Yes, certain species like teak naturally resist moisture, making them suitable for kitchens and bathrooms. Proper sealing, moisture barriers, ventilation, and prompt cleanup of spills are essential to prevent damage even in moisture-prone areas.
Which exotic hardwood is best for high-traffic areas?
Brazilian cherry and tigerwood are extremely hard and ideal for areas with heavy foot traffic, such as kitchens, hallways, and living rooms. Choosing a species balances hardness, aesthetics, and budget to achieve both durability and visual impact.
How do I maintain and clean exotic hardwood floors properly?
Exotic hardwood floors should be swept or vacuumed regularly to remove dirt and occasionally damp-mopped using only pH-neutral hardwood cleaners. Avoid excessive water, steam mops, and harsh chemicals, and have your floors professionally cleaned and recoated every few years to maintain their finish and longevity.