SYP Direct is Southern Pine
SYP Direct is Southern Yellow Pine Direct, the homeowners source for everything real wood; specializing in New Heart and Knotty Pine.
Southern Yellow Pine is not a species, no it is a dozen species and the word Yellow, it inidates one the “hard” pines. The majority of our business is unfinished flooring sold directly to homeowners who come to SYP Direct after seraching local to no avail. Many times these customers have never seen new heart pine, knotty pine or worse believe that white pine or the local lumber yards are comparable to our flooring. The fact that we are an A+ rated Better Business Bureau rated company would be remarkable in any business but selling real wood online it is amazing. We tell the truth, get you the most your money can buy and in marketplace dominated by single use floor covers, we sell floors that outlive your house.
Why buy from SYP Direct?
Quality & Price = Value
Trust (and verify)
Pine flooring experts
Customer Service
Finish to order option
Value- At SYP Direct we differentiate ourselves by the species of our materials, the quality of our millworks and the honesty of our sales process. To put it simply, we have the same (small) margins in every floor we sell. And, do not underestimate the value of longboards. Short chopped up floors can be gorgeous but they do not have the cache of long runs which scream ‘expensive’.
Trust and Verify- Trust our A+ Rating and online reviews and verify by getting local references. That’s right, odds are SYP Direct has multiple customers close to you, unless you are in MT, ID, SD or ND where nobody is really close to anyone. However, we have great customers in those states too! Being able to trust that you are getting the most for your money is a great feeling, and one that is increasingly harder to obtain. Not with us; our mission is 100% satisfaction which includes, product, price and experience.
Pine Flooring Experts- Southern Pine represents about 5% of the flooring market, and unfinished pine is a small piece market. It is heavy, long and unprofitable compared to engineered and LVT floors. Very few flooring installation professionals understand Southern PIne or Heart pIne. We do, and with over 3 million square feet delivered to homeowners our experience is unmatched when talking about pine floors.
Customer Service-There is no mention of customer service at SYP Direct without mentioning Heather. Southern charm and manners are the first thing you may notice with product knowledge a close second. From your first source of information, navigating you to the right person acting as shipping concierge for your delivery. It is the last one that might go unnoticed but when dealing with common carriers the pitfalls can cost money. SYP Direct does not own trucks, we utilize LTL routes with trusted common carriers. Even so, it seems some issues need attention with 20% of shipments. The amount of money Heather has saved our customers versus shipping themselves cannot be accurately estimated, not even close.
Custom Finish aka finish to order- Our partnership with Premiere Finishing of Reidsville, NC. gives homeowners to access a state-of-the-art flat line finish, i.e. factory, using our floors. What does that mean? Your floors will not be short boards with an average of 24” like the box stores. Our process is an ala carte’ menu of extras that allows you to create your own custom floor, using the latest UV technology. The amount of money this saves each customer is a direct correlation with their zip code. For instance, wide plank New Heart Pine in Manhattan is going to save the buyer more money than when we send it to South Carolina, or any other place in country compared to that zip code
White Oak and Walnut
This is a classic old school hardwood floor 3” tongue and groove Black Walnut. To be honest, we sell much more White Oak than Walnut, but this rustic look has always been one of my favorites.
SYP Direct does not shop sources for hardwoods. We found them when they inquired with us about Heart Pine. Because SYP Direct gives you a 100% satisfaction guarantee and a coverage gurantee our source must be top of the line and consistent with grades, or we risk going out of business replacing floors.
Kiln dried
A dual kiln process for wood flooring refers to a manufacturer's method of drying wood twice to achieve a more consistent and lower final moisture content. While standard kiln-drying is a crucial step for producing stable lumber, a dual kiln approach goes further to minimize future warping, cupping, and shrinkage, especially for wide-plank flooring.
Our desription reads; KILN dried, tongue and groove with relief grooves for stability, it is standard specification for wood floors. But what does it mean to be KILN dried, and why is it so important?
Kiln drying is important because it stabilizes the wood by removing excess moisture, which prevents warping, cracking, and shrinking over time, making it ideal for indoor projects and furniture. It also sterilizes the wood by killing insects, eggs, larvae, mold, and fungi, increasing its durability and lifespan.
KILN drying makes install easy
Our dual kiln process uses state of the art technology that monitors each board. This insures each piece moisture content is brought down to the proper level for that species. This makes installation easy, and allows your floor to perform much better over time.
Southern Yellow Pine Direct minimizes the amount of time between the kiln and the jobsite. What does this mean for the pine wood floor installation? Kiln drying is a standard practice in wood production mills and serves to efficiently bring green lumber moisture levels down to “workable” range–moisture content levels that will not end in the myriad of problems that can be caused by excess moisture levels in wood.
Dual Kiln Drying
Southern Yellow Pine uses a dual kiln process, which is just what is sounds like, we utilize both air and heat. A dual kiln process for wood flooring refers to a manufacturer's method of drying wood twice to achieve a more consistent and lower final moisture content. While standard kiln-drying is a crucial step for producing stable lumber, a dual kiln approach goes further to minimize future warping, cupping, and shrinkage, especially for wide-plank flooring.
The standard single kiln process
In a standard process, wood is placed in a kiln, and heated air is circulated to reduce its moisture content. The goal is to reach an equilibrium moisture content (EMC), typically between 6% and 10% for hardwood flooring. However, especially with wider planks, some variation can remain between individual boards.
The dual kiln difference
Some flooring manufacturers perform a second drying process after the initial kiln drying. For example, one company uses the following method:
Initial kiln-drying: The wood is first dried to a typical flooring moisture content of 6–10%.
Second drying: It then goes through a second kiln-drying stage, which is more carefully controlled. This step reduces the moisture even further and helps to equalize any remaining variation between planks.
Benefits of the dual kiln process
Enhanced stability: A lower and more uniform moisture content makes the wood less prone to shrinkage and expansion when subjected to changes in humidity in its final installation environment.
Reduced defects: A more consistent moisture level across all planks minimizes the risk of cupping and warping after installation.
Better for wide planks: The process is particularly beneficial for wide-plank flooring, which is more susceptible to moisture-related issues than narrower boards.
Improved durability: By preventing excessive movement in the wood, a dual kiln process contributes to a more durable and long-lasting floor.
What is the best dog floor?
For a truly dog-friendly floor, look for materials with inherent character that can disguise everyday wear and tear. Our Southern Pine is an excellent example, with its "rustic character" evident in its natural color variations and knots. Over time, these floors develop a beautiful, rich patina that only age can create.
Minor marks and accidents are easily remedied. The natural character of Southern Pine allows for simple touch-ups with a colored pencil or even a sharpie. Many customers opt for a darker stain, which not only enhances the floor's beauty but also makes minor imperfections less noticeable and easier to repair. If you're looking for solutions to existing issues, the following tips may be helpful;
The best floor for a dog
Amazing Southern Pine great fit for hiding the inevitable.
Choosing the right or best floor for your dog is more about the finish than the species. A floor with a UV cured aluminum oxide offers good protection but can be difficult to touch up. In fact, repairing scratches on UV flooring could require buffing to fix scratches. More extensive damages might even require a tear out to repair.
Prefinished floors are cured using an ultraviolet or UV curing process that uses aluminum oxide as the topcoat. These UV topcoats are protection for the wood itself, but the surface will scratch. Not a big deal if you have finished flooring, but UV can be tougher to repair. If you sand one spot the UV vanishes, and color matching becomes an issue. Customers end up having to replace much larger sections than just the damaged area.
On the other hand, a finished floor using an oil-based polyurethane may scratch more easily but it is much easier to hide or repair. Before we put “our two cents in,” readers should know that we (Bayou Rustic Flooring) sell unfinished and prefinished flooring. We have no agreement with any manufacturer or finished product. However, if you are discussing the best floor for pets, Monocoat by Rubio starts at the top for Bayou Rustic. For more information, visit our Monocoat series.
Dog friendly means easy to repair
Monocoat by Rubio
The beauty Monocoats system allows you to deal with only the area affected, not the whole floor as would be the case with a urethane topcoat system. Scratches are another “pet” issue. These, often, are unavoidable with any wood floor finish system. They are topically repairable with this oil system though. The whole floor need not be addressed, just the areas affected. Love and enjoy your pets but learn to put up with an occasional imposition. At least, with Monocat the “fixes” are easier to come by with less affect to the look of the floor.
Homemade scratch repair
Olive oil and vinegar. Mixing equal parts olive oil and vinegar creates a natural wood filler perfect for tiny scratches. Mix the solution together & apply it with a clean rag, done.
Lemon juice and oil. Mixing together equal parts fresh lemon juice and oil—canola oil, vegetable oil, or olive oil would all work. Apply to the scratch with a microfiber cloth, being sure to wipe in the direction of the wood grain, done.
Walnuts or Brazil Nuts. Simply rub the nut over the scratch and let the natural oils fill in the dent. Because of their texture, walnuts and Brazil nuts work the best. We have no 1st hand knowledge; however, trusted sources swear by this one.