Every hardwood plank tells a story and at Superior Flooring, the narrative starts with exceptional lumber and ends in your beautifully finished floor. Choosing between Heritage and Premier is less about quality (they’re both top-tier) and more about the aesthetic you’re curating. Here’s your guide to choosing what suits your vision.
FIRST THING’S FIRST - A MYTH TO BUST… HERITAGE = LOW GRADE
In many parts of the U.S., “heritage” often implies lower-grade, rustic, or builder-grade flooring. At Superior Flooring, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Our Heritage grade is crafted from higher-grade lumber than what many competitors use for their standard lines. It’s not a bin of leftovers, it’s a bold, premium choice for homeowners who want character, warmth, and a natural story underfoot.
HERITAGE GRADE…
CHARACTER IS A FEATURE, NOT A FLAW
If Premier is a minimalist gallery wall, Heritage is an oil painting rich with brushstrokes and depth. Our Heritage grade hardwood celebrates the expressive beauty of real wood.
- Filled knots, pinholes, and mineral streaks that add rustic charm
- Natural color variation that enhances warmth and depth
- Longer average board lengths that create smoother, more seamless installations
Hard Maple
HERITAGE GRADE
PREMIER GRADE…
TAILORED TO PRISTINE PERFECTION
Like a perfectly tailored suit, Premier Grade by Superior Flooring is sleek, uniform, and refined. Our Premier Grade is a top pick for those who prefer a clean, consistent look.
- Free of knots, mineral streaks, and other visible natural traits. The tone is uniform, the grain subtle
- Premier grade involves removing natural imperfections, this often leads to shorter board lengths. Even so, we exceed industry standards, with average lengths longer than many competitors
Hard Maple
PREMIER GRADE
WHAT’S SUPERIOR’S
SECRET???
IT’S ALL IN THE TREE
While many flooring companies rely on 70% or more of lower-grade lumber, Superior flips the script. It all begins with where we source our lumber – from the bottom of the tree, where the grain is tighter, the boards are longer, and the quality is superior. That’s why even our Heritage Grade stands above what most competitors offer even in their top tier lines.
Top wood
middel wood
Bottom wood
WHICH GRADE IS RIGHT FOR YOUR HOME?
Patrimoine
Premier
Look
Patrimoine
Natural, Character Rich
Premier
Clean, Uniform
Board lenghts
Patrimoine
Often longer
Premier
Can be shorter
visual features
Patrimoine
Knots, Streaks, Colour variation
Premier
Very consistent appearance
best for
Patrimoine
Warm, Rustic or Traditional interiors
Premier
Modern, Contemporary spaces
price point
Patrimoine
More Affordable
Premier
Higher than heritage
BEAUTY WITHOUT BLANDNESS
DON’T OVERLOOK HERITAGE GRADE
Our Heritage grade is just as superior quality as all of our other floors. If you’re looking for character without compromise, beauty without blandness, and value without cutting corners, Heritage grade from Superior Flooring is a standout option.
Explore our Heritage collection today and discover premium hardwood flooring that expresses your unique story.
