This collection is made for homeowners looking to match, repair, or continue their existing hardwood floors. Bruce American Treasures Strip 2 1/4″ is a solid oak product, crafted in the USA, and comes prefinished with a durable low-gloss coating. These narrow boards are a common choice in homes built from the 1980s through early 2000s, making them ideal for room expansions or replacing damaged planks without switching styles.
Made in the USA from Appalachian oak
Consistent sizing: 3/4″ thick by 2 1/4″ wide
Easy to match with older floors in similar homes
Factory-finished with Dura-Luster Plus coating for long-term wear
Solid wood – not engineered – so it can be refinished if needed
A smart choice for small areas, repairs, or room extensions
Check leftover pieces or packaging for the product name and color.
Match color and gloss level as closely as possible—Bruce has stayed consistent over the years.
Measure the board width — most older floors used 2 1/4″.
Use transition strips if you’re joining old and new floors across rooms.
Test a sample before committing — natural oak varies slightly in grain and tone.
“You can’t find 2 1/4” anymore.”
You can. It’s just harder to source, which is why we stock it.
“All prefinished floors look shiny.”
These have a low-gloss finish — more matte than high-sheen floors.
“You can’t refinish prefinished flooring.”
Bruce solid wood floors can be sanded and refinished, just like unfinished wood.
“It won’t match because it’s new.”
These products are still manufactured to the same specs and tones. With a bit of patience and prep, the match can be seamless.
| Product | Color | Wood Species | Width x Thickness | Finish | Edge Type | Installation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country Natural | Light Natural | Solid Oak | 2 1/4″ x 3/4″ | Low Gloss | Micro-Beveled | Nail-Down |
| Frontier Shadow | Brown-Gray | Solid Oak | 2 1/4″ x 3/4″ | Low Gloss | Micro-Beveled | Nail-Down |
| Plymouth Brown | Warm Brown | Solid Oak | 2 1/4″ x 3/4″ | Low Gloss | Micro-Beveled | Nail-Down |
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