Custom Hardwood Flooring Cuts, Species & Stains

Designed for Beauty. Engineered for Performance.

Installed by 1st Class Flooring.


Why the Wood Cut You Choose Matters

Before the wood even touches your floor, its story begins at the sawmill. The cut of your hardwood flooring affects everything—its grain pattern, durability, stability, and how it ages over time. At 1st Class Flooring, we guide you through the options so you make the best choice for your home and lifestyle.

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Types of

Hardwood Cuts

Plain Sawn

  • Traditional, budget-friendly choice
  • Cathedral grain patterns
  • More movement across width


Quarter Sawn

  • Straight grain with unique ray flecking
  • Ideal for radiant heat or humidity
  • Expands/thickens vertically vs. across width


Rift Sawn

  • Clean, uniform linear grain
  • Highly stable and elegant
  • Popular in modern interiors


Live Sawn

  • Combines all three cuts in one plank
  • Wide planks with dramatic variation
  • Rustic, bold, and full of character

Choose Your Wood Species

Different hardwoods offer different strengths, colors, and grain textures.

We help you match the species to your

design goals and performance needs.


  • Red Oak – Traditional and stain-friendly
  • White Oak – Water-resistant and versatile
  • Hickory – Hardest domestic hardwood with lots of character
  • Maple – Smooth grain, ideal for lighter finishes
  • Walnut – Deep, luxurious tone and soft grain
  • Cherry, Birch, Ash – Available upon request


Stain Color Options

With over 30 UnoCoat Hardwax Uroil finishes, your hardwood flooring can be stained to match any interior—from light and airy to bold and dramatic.*


Available Colors Include:

  • Naturals – 5% White, True White, Country White, Natural
  • Warm Tones – Golden Oak, Colonial Maple, Fruitwood, Nutmeg, Sedona Red
  • Classic Browns – Provincial, Special Walnut, Chestnut, Antique Brown
  • Rich Darks – Jacobean, Coffee Brown, Dark Walnut, Espresso, True Black
  • Unique Options – Brackish, Rosewood, Gunstock, Royal Mahogany


*COLORS CAN ALSO BE MIXED FOR CUSTOM CREATIONS

Why Choose

1st Class Flooring?

  • Expert installation of custom-milled hardwood floors
  • Education-first approach to help you choose cuts, woods, and stains
  • Sourced, kiln-dried, and installed with longevity in mind
  • Local professionals who care about craftsmanship and detail


Serving homeowners across Walker, Catoosa, Hamilton, Whitfield, Gordon, Floyd, Chattooga, and Dade County

Next Steps to Your

Dream Floor

  1. Book an in-home consultation
  2. Choose your cut, wood type, and stain
  3. Receive a custom installation plan
  4. Enjoy floors that are both beautiful and built to last


Serving Chattanooga, Ringgold, Dalton, LaFayette & surrounding areas




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