Wood has always loved colour , let us not forget that in the history of art it has welcomed the oil painting of the greatest masters. In cabinetmaking, the bond has been equally continuous and indissoluble. Just as in the best hardwood flooring tradition. Wood is treated to better protect it from external agents. But while performing this primary function, the finishes can also contribute to emphasising the natural beauty of the material. Or enrich it with additional aesthetic values in perfect line with trends in interior design. The treatments, still most widely used today, all have their roots in history, art and ancient craftsmanship.