Selecting A Grade
Smith Flooring offers four grades of hardwood flooring, in red and white oak. Every strip of oak flooring is unique - a hardwood floor has no duplicate. And because of this, it is best to ask your dealer to see a larger sample before making your choice.
Each grade is precision-made solid oak flooring. Appearance alone determines the grades of hardwood flooring since all grades are equally strong and serviceable.
NOFMA Clear
Practically free of defects, made up mostly of heartwood. Most uniform color, with limited small character marks.
NOFMA Select
Almost clear, with more of the normal characteristics such as knots and color variations. Unlimited sound sap wood (lighter in color).
NOFMA No. 1 Common
More markings than clear or select. Light and dark colors, knots and other character marks provide a variegated appearance. The common grades are often selected because of their natural, rustic appearance.
NOFMA No. 2 Common
The most knots, imperfections and color variations. A natural looking, economical floor after knot holes, checks and other imperfections are filled and finished.


