The Eclectic Farmhouse Style
Cottage Street Homes crafts thoughtfully designed homes, with custom finishes and details that set their work apart, and this Falls Church property is no exception. The builder and homeowner worked closely with Cochran’s Lumber to create custom flooring and millwork for the entire residence. Custom beams, mantles, stair treads, and other architectural details added character […]
Live Sawn White Oak 101
White Oak Flooring Live Sawn White Oak is a top seller at Cochran’s Lumber. The product is durable, beautiful, and timeless. The character of the grain, the beautiful variations of each board, and the stability of the flooring make it a great choice for contemporary and rustic spaces alike. What Does Live Sawn Mean “Live […]
Scandinavian Design for Kuhn Aviation Lounge
Custom Solutions with Cochrans Lumber Scandinavian design began to emerge in the United States in the 1950s and continues to influence interiors today. It conveys both a timeless and modern aesthetic and therefore serves as a long-term choice for interior spaces. Defined by clean lines, simplicity, natural textures, and minimalism, this style values functionality that […]
May Inspirations: Making a Statement with Wide Plank Flooring
Wide Plank Flooring Light, airy, and on-trend, this Northern Virginia remodel is having a real moment. Featuring spacious rooms, floor to ceiling windows and lightly finished walls and cabinetry – our clients choose our 10” Live Sawn White Oak with custom Gray Ghost finish to compliment their modern furniture and clean lines. This extraordinary space […]
It Varies – Flooring Width Variations
About Prefinished Wood Flooring Width Recently, a colleague of mine passed along this article. It’s a great resource for both installers and end-users. To learn more about tips and tricks from the NWFA regarding installation, floor care, and industry standards, please visit their website. It Varies: We Can’t Expect Solid Prefinished Wood Floor Widths to […]
Wood Flooring – Rustic and Modern Styles
Blending Rustic and Modern Styles with Cochran’s Flooring Nestled in a remote suburb of Cincinnati, Ohio, where large lots and mature trees give a picturesque backdrop, Jon Wood from Wood Architects recently completed a renovation and addition on a home that is the perfect mix of rustic and modern touches. Featuring large oversized windows that […]
January Inspirations
Functional and On Trend: Our European Oak Flooring
European Oak Flooring Impresses The craftsmanship and design of this Brush Arbor Home are truly spectacular. The incorporation of our European Oak flooring with an Invisible finish creates an interior that is both functional, stylish, and inviting. Our popular European Oak features long grain lines and wide widths. Finishing off the character grading flooring is […]
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Home & Design Trends 2021
Home and Design Trends for 2021 I think we can all agree that 2020 was a year to remember. For many of us, Spring 2020 turned our world upside down. Almost overnight, we found ourselves spending more and more time at home, both for work and for pleasure. And for even more of us, we […]
November 2020 Inspirations: Expansion and Efficiency
Growth News from Cochran’s Lumber For our November Inspirations, we invite you to take a tour of our recently renovated manufacturing facility! And while 2020 has certainly had it challenges, the professionals at Cochran’s Lumber realized the need to continually improve on equipment and production logistics for market growth and development. For the better part […]
Wood Floor Patterns
Wood Flooring Pattern Design Why not add a pattern to your next wood flooring project? Over the years, our floors have been laid in many unique designs and patterns. Here are a couple of examples of how our clients have turned open concept spaces into beautiful distinctive “rooms” with custom herringbone, end grain, compass, and […]
Live Sawn White Oak: Durable, Versatile and Fun
White Oak Flooring – Versatility and More Recently, Cochran’s Lumber had the pleasure of visiting a beautiful home constructed by the professionals at North Fork Design Build. (See our previous Inspirations post for all the gorgeous photos!) Over 3000 square feet, our character-rich Live Sawn White Oak was laid throughout the home, both in a […]
Timeless Traditional Charm
More Time with Family and Flooring Giving our valued customers design inspiration while practicing social distancing. Over 3,000 SF of our character-rich Live Sawn White Oak was laid throughout this exquisite home, artfully designed by the experts at North Fork Design Build. Timeless charm was added to the home by incorporating a custom herringbone pattern […]
2019 Holiday Greetings from Cochran’s Lumber
Client Appreciation As we wrap up 2019, the professionals at Cochran’s Lumber would like to thank you for your continued business. It is because of you, our loyal clients, that we look forward to celebrating 42 years in 2020. Challenges & Growth As many of you know, 2019 proved to be a challenging year with […]
Custom Finish on LSWO
New Product: Sandalwood
September Inspirations: Custom Project Turns Into A Product Line Addition “In the era of big box stores, it is so refreshing to have something truly custom in our home.” When our client came to us with a vision of what she wanted to her hardwood floors to look like, our team worked together to create the one […]
Neoclassical Elegance
Wide Plank Flooring
Timeless Elegance with Custom Finishing Ornate, grand, and beautifully elegant, Antebellum Architecture is a true Southern treasure. Custom homebuilder Warfield Homes and Architect Jon Burge recreated this neoclassical design for their client with the use of multi-level porches, sweeping staircase, and dramatic columns. They also choose our wide-plank Live Sawn White Oak flooring with added […]
Custom Flooring & Finishes
Finishes, Floors and More When it comes to selecting wood flooring with Cochran’s Lumber, our clients benefit from generations of craftsmanship. We combine the best of reclaimed and new wood sources with our customized finishes to deliver a unique floor for any room in your home or office. ____________________________________________________________________________ Desert Hickory Wood Floors What better way […]
Custom Finish and Design
The Versatility of Wood Flooring In this months issue of Inspirations, we highlight a few of our recent favorite applications of Cochran’s product, all shown on our Live Sawn White Oak. After forty years in the wood flooring business, we know that none of our wonderful floors could be fully appreciated without skilled installation partners. […]
Saddle and Linen LSWO
Designer’s Custom Home
by Elizabeth Krial Design
Project Spotlight – Saddle and Linen Live Sawn White Oak Recently, we had the pleasure of visiting the home of Elizabeth Krial, owner of Elizabeth Krial Design. She gracefully opened up her exquisite home and spoke to us about the design Inspirations of her recently remodeled Northern Virginia home and office. Her choices? Our ultra […]
English Chestnut
White Oak Flooring
English Chestnut Flooring This month’s Product Feature is our stately English Chestnut White Oak flooring. Over 4,000 square of this classic flooring were laid throughout a beautiful home built by Novella Homes. The flooring features a neutral color palette and remnant circle saw texture, making it a perfect choice for this new build! Photos: […]
Versatility of Custom Flooring Finishes
Versatile Custom Finishes The classic feel of our American Red Birch flooring was an excellent choice for this custom home in Colorado. Complete with handcrafted cabinets in both the kitchen and dining room, our clients beautifully created a timeless, one-of-a-kind space to share with family and friends. Photos: Contrasting Elements with American Red Birch Comforting […]