{"product_id":"unfinished-american-cherry-flooring-2-25-hardwood-flooring","title":"Unfinished American Cherry Flooring 2.25\" Hardwood Flooring","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"70nus6\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"58\"\u003eUnfinished American Cherry 2.25\" Solid Hardwood Flooring\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"618\"\u003eBring timeless warmth and natural elegance into your home with unfinished American cherry hardwood flooring in a traditional 2.25-inch strip format. Known for its rich reddish-brown tones and smooth, refined grain, American cherry delivers a sophisticated hardwood look that deepens in color over time. Because the planks arrive unfinished, you have full flexibility to sand, stain, and seal the floor after installation, allowing you to create a completely customized finish that fits your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1uy30uu\" data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"671\"\u003eIdeal for Custom Site-Finished Hardwood Projects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eUnfinished hardwood flooring is designed for projects where control over the final appearance matters. After the flooring is installed, the surface can be sanded smooth and finished on site, allowing you to select the stain color and protective coating that best matches your interior style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eThis flooring is especially useful when renovating homes with existing hardwood floors that need to be matched, or when designing a space that requires a seamless, consistent finish across multiple rooms. The narrow 2.25-inch plank width creates a classic strip floor appearance commonly found in traditional homes and historic renovations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"n0n0p3\" data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eBuilt with Genuine American Cherry for Natural Beauty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003eAmerican cherry is valued for its elegant grain pattern and naturally warm color palette. Over time, the wood develops a deeper, richer tone as it reacts to light, creating a floor that gains character as it ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003eAs a solid hardwood floor, it offers the durability and authenticity homeowners expect from real wood flooring. Solid construction also allows the surface to be sanded and refinished in the future, helping extend the life of the floor and maintain its appearance through years of residential use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1frw6e5\" data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eTraditional Nail-Down Installation for Solid Hardwood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2204\"\u003eThis flooring installs using a nail-down method with a tongue-and-groove profile that helps align planks securely during installation. It is designed to be installed over wood subfloors and is commonly handled by professional installers or experienced DIY renovators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003eBecause the flooring arrives unfinished, the installation process includes sanding and finishing after the boards are installed. While this adds additional steps compared to prefinished floors, it allows the entire surface to be finished evenly across the space, resulting in a seamless hardwood appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"cz64ac\" data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003eWhere This Flooring Performs Best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2569\"\u003eLiving rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2572\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003eDining rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2599\"\u003eBedrooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2626\"\u003eHallways and entryways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2657\"\u003eTraditional home interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2709\"\u003eRenovations matching existing hardwood flooring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"js3lzx\" data-start=\"2711\" data-end=\"2733\"\u003eQuick Product Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2777\"\u003eFlooring type: Solid hardwood flooring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2811\"\u003eWood species: American cherry\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2882\"\u003eShade: Medium \/ neutral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2885\" data-end=\"2911\"\u003ePlank width: 2.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2914\" data-end=\"2938\"\u003eThickness: 0.78 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2941\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003eLength range: 12\" – 78\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"2993\"\u003eEdge type: Square edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"3024\"\u003eProfile: Tongue and groove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3059\"\u003eInstallation method: Nail-down\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"cahfrq\" data-start=\"3121\" data-end=\"3166\"\u003eA Great Choice for Timeless Hardwood Style\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3168\" data-end=\"3519\"\u003eUnfinished American cherry flooring offers the flexibility and craftsmanship many homeowners look for when installing a traditional hardwood floor. With its natural warmth, classic strip dimensions, and the ability to customize the stain and finish, it’s a strong option for projects where the final look matters just as much as long-term performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BuildDirect","offers":[{"title":"Select Grade 2.25\"","offer_id":52766708236585,"sku":"15988350","price":125.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2nd Grade 2.25\"","offer_id":52766708269353,"sku":"15988351","price":87.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Select Grade 2.25\" - Sample","offer_id":52766708302121,"sku":"15988350-S","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2nd Grade 2.25\" - Sample","offer_id":52766708334889,"sku":"15988351-S","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/4289\/9753\/files\/Unfinished-Cherry-Sel-Grade-PREM_2f178c00-4f97-47c8-b598-c8f0f99dcb53.jpg?v=1772216341","url":"https:\/\/www.builddirect.com\/products\/unfinished-american-cherry-flooring-2-25-hardwood-flooring","provider":"BuildDirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}