Smooth vs. Wirebrushed Texture

Choosing the Right Surface Feel for Your Hardwood Flooring

The texture of a hardwood floor does more than affect how it looks — it impacts how it feels underfoot, wears over time, and fits into the overall design narrative. At Artistry Hardwood Flooring, we offer both smooth and wirebrushed finishes, each with its own personality and performance advantages.

1. Smooth Texture

• Look & Feel: Sleek, even surface with no visible texture. Light reflects evenly, giving a more formal or contemporary look.
  
  

• Design Fit: Perfect for modern, minimalist, or traditional formal spaces.
  
  

• Benefits:
  
  

• Clean, sophisticated appearance.
  
  

• Easy to sweep and dust mop.
  
  

• Showcases the full grain pattern without distraction.
  
  

• Considerations:
  
  

• More likely to show small scratches, dents, and dust — especially in darker colors.
  
  

• Best for lower-traffic areas or households without heavy wear.
  
  

2. Wirebrushed Texture

• Look & Feel: Subtle texture achieved by gently brushing the soft grain from the wood surface, leaving the harder grain exposed. Creates a slightly weathered, organic look.
  
  

• Design Fit: Ideal for transitional, rustic, coastal, and organic modern interiors.
  
  

• Benefits:
  
  

• Excellent at camouflaging wear and tear, including light scratches and foot traffic.
  
  

• Adds tactile interest without being rough underfoot.
  
  

• Pairs beautifully with matte and oil finishes.
  
  

• Considerations:
  
  

• Slightly more texture means it can trap fine dust if not maintained regularly.
  
  

Choosing Between Them

• Smooth: Sleek, polished, and sophisticated — perfect for a refined statement.
  
  

• Wirebrushed: Organic, forgiving, and versatile — great for active households or natural-inspired spaces.
  
  

Many of our French White Oak collections can be customized in either smooth or wirebrushed textures, allowing you to match your flooring’s surface feel perfectly to your project’s design goals.