Introducing “Mountain Mist”: A Fresh Take on Our Beloved “Invisible” Finish
At Cochran’s Lumber, we continually strive to innovate and refine our offerings to meet the evolving tastes and needs of our customers. Building on the success of our highly acclaimed “Invisible” finish, we are thrilled to introduce “Mountain Mist” – a new finish that enhances the natural beauty of wood while adapting to contemporary design […]
Embracing Natural Beauty and Sustainability in our New Line of Oil Finishes
Cochran’s Lumber is excited to announce our latest venture into the realm of natural aesthetics with our new line of oil finishes. As trends shift towards more organic and eco-friendly home design solutions, we’ve embraced the resurgence of oil finishes to meet the growing demand for a more natural and sustainable approach to hardwood flooring. […]
The New Cochran’s Lumber Prestige Collection
Cochran’s Lumber is thrilled to unveil the Prestige Collection, a meticulously curated ensemble of hardwood flooring that sets a new standard in design and innovation. Comprising nine trendsetting colors, this collection is the result of in-depth research and a keen foresight into the future of interior design. A Glimpse into the Future of Flooring The […]
Mastering the Art of Wood Fuming: A Deep Dive with Cochran’s Lumber
At Cochran’s Lumber, we’re not just about creating hardwood floors; we’re about crafting pieces of art that bring life to every room they grace. One of our most revered and intricate processes is wood fuming – an age-old technique that not only darkens the wood but also accentuates its inherent beauty and grain patterns. Let’s […]
Top Hardwood Flooring Trends of 2023 from Cochran’s Lumber
As we embrace the new year, it’s the perfect time to look back at the hardwood flooring trends that defined 2023 at Cochran’s Lumber. Last year, we saw several of our products rise to the top, becoming favorites among homeowners and designers alike. In this blog, we’re excited to recap and shine a spotlight on […]
How to Choose Wood Flooring that Complements Your Fireplace
Confused between newly milled and antique hardwood flooring? Learn the pros and cons of each to make the best choice for your home. Explore options at Cochran’s Lumber for quality and craftsmanship.
End Grain Flooring: A Unique, Durable Wood Flooring Option
We know that all the categories and shades of wood available can be confusing and overwhelming sometimes, so we’re here to shed light on some styles you may not be familiar with. One eclectic style we’re currently fired up about is end grain flooring. But what is it? What Is End Grain Flooring? End grain […]
Introducing Sandy Dune
Cochran’s Lumber is proud to announce to the newest addition to our Hardwood Flooring Collection! We’ve launched two new products just in time for warmer months. Inspired by color palettes from our favorite vacation destinations: beachy hues, and Western landscapes. These finishes are available on both European Oak and Live Sawn White Oak, in a […]
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 […]
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 […]
More than White Oak Flooring
Beyond White Oak Flooring By now you probably know that Cochran’s Lumber produces ALOT of White Oak flooring and for good reasoning. It is a character-rich hardwood that takes stain beautifully. However, there is more to our product line-up than just White Oak. Here are a couple of other wood species that we produce and […]
Inspired White Oak: Easy, Breezy Flooring
June Inspirations: Easy, Breezy Flooring With beach season on the horizon, what better product to spotlight that our easy, breezy Frisco! Named after the picturesque secluded beach located in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, our custom Frisco flooring, shown on 5” Live Sawn White Oak, has an airy feel that automatically brightens and lightens […]
European Oak Flooring from Cochran’s
Trending: The beauty of European Oak Flooring For several years now, European Oak flooring has been gaining traction in the United States and there is a good reason why. Its beautiful, durable, and oozes character and charm. Our clients love the simplicity and feel of our European Oak, which Cochran’s carries in both select 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 […]
Wonders of Wide Plank Walnut Flooring
Luxurious Living in Virginia’s Apple Country Several months ago, Cochran’s Lumber partnered with Madera Floors to film installation of our wide plank and end grain floors at our client’s home located in the Northern Shenandoah Valley. Here it is again in case you missed it! Versatile Flooring Solutions Fast forward to today and the home […]
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 […]
Classic Distressed Flooring in Style
A New Take on Two Classic Floors For our June Inspirations Newsletter, Cochran’s Lumber is proud to feature two of our most classic flooring choices, Tobaccowood Distressed and Horse Country Oak. When our clients began the process of designing their home, they were certain they wanted something more than just standard oak floors. With that […]
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 […]
Restaurant Refresh with Antique Oak
Season’s Greetings! From all of us at Cochran’s Lumber, we wish you and your family a most blessed Christmas season! Throughout the year, we have enjoyed working with our clients to create spaces that are not only beautiful but also functional and unique. Thank you for trusting us to be your source for new and […]
Antique Wood Flooring
The Versatility of Antique Oak and Pine Flooring For this month’s Inspirations newsletter, we are proud to share with you two spaces that feature our Antique Oak and Antique Heart Pine flooring. These two projects showcase not only the quality and uniqueness of our products but also our product’s ability to add warmth and character […]