What is the difference between a Micro Bevel & a Painted Edge?

The micro bevel shaves the wear layer down at a slight angle to create a distinct look for each flooring piece, and it assists in mitigating subfloor inconsistency.

A painted bevel is considered an upgrade to a micro-bevel finish. It is how it sounds; the edges of each piece are painted with a special machine with a complementing color to the floor. This added detail brings dimension and interest to the floor, highlighting each boards' character