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 Mesquite
is harder than most other commercial species used for flooring. Having
evolved in desert climates with unpredictable water supply, Mesquite does
not shrink as it ages. Mesquite's volumetric shrinkage ranks as the lowest
among hardwoods. The National Wood Flooring Association recognizes Mesquite
as the most dimensionally stable hardwood commerciallly available.
Hardness The Janka hardness test measures the force required to embed a .444 inch steel ball to half its diameter. A wood's hardness is a measure of its ability to withstand dents and marring from sharp and heavy loads. Mesquite Wood has a Janka Hardness Rating of 2,345; almost twice that of oak and maple. Density Density is a general indicator of the physical properties of the wood, including appearance, moisture content, shrinkage, weight, working qualities, weathering, decay resistance and chemical damage. Mesquite's high average density of 45 lbs. per foot is greater than oak, maple, pecan or hickory. The information above was taken
from Faifer & Company, if you have further questions about mesquite
wood and its properties visit their website at www.mesquitefloors.com or
visit the National Wood Flooring Association's website at www.woodfloors.org.
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