Milling Through the Different Cuts of Flooring

Image of Live Sawn White Oak English Chestnut Finish by Cochran's Lumber

From Logs to Planks – How Wood Flooring Cuts Not all flooring is cut the same. When planks are cut from logs, there are several ways in which it can be done.  When the log is cut straight through, it is called Live Sawn. This allows for unique grain patterns and high amounts of character […]

Rift and Quartered Flooring
West Virginia Craftsman
by Warfield Homes

Image of dining room with Rift and Quarter Finished Wood Flooring by Cochrans Lumber

Inspirations from Cochran’s Lumber _____________________________________________________________________ Wide Plank Flooring for Open Spaces This custom West Virginia Craftsman, built by our friends at Warfield Homes, features our timeless Rift and Quartered White Oak floors. The unique grain characteristics of our Rift and Quartered floors made this hardwood a wonderful choice for their clients, who desired both clean […]

The Art of Sawing: Unlocking the Beauty of Wood Flooring

Wood flooring made in America by Cochran's Lumber

Sawing Methods – Wood Floors When you step into a room with a beautiful hardwood floor, you might not realize the careful process behind creating those stunning planks beneath your feet. At Cochran’s Lumber, we take pride in our sawing techniques that bring out the best in every piece of wood. Let’s explore the world […]