A guide to choosing oak flooring
Patterns, finishes, care and technical questions: prepare your choice of engineered oak flooring and discuss the details with your installer.
Herringbone or chevron?
Herringbone uses rectangular blocks meeting at right angles with staggered ends. Chevron uses angled ends to create continuous points. Our product pages distinguish 45° and 60° cuts. Compare sizes and the installation layout before calculating quantities and cutting allowance.
Which natural oak grade?
Oak varies in grain, colour and knots. Exclusive, Elegance, Rustic, Country and sapwood grades offer different appearances. Natural does not establish an environmental certification or a specific finish. Check the specifications and request a sample of your chosen grade and finish.
Caring for oiled or lacquered flooring
Identify the finish first. Use products recommended by its manufacturer, remove abrasive dust and avoid standing water. Oil and lacquer require different care and renovation methods. Confirm the products and maintenance schedule in the instructions for the chosen finish.
Can it be installed over underfloor heating?
Compatibility must be confirmed for the exact flooring, heating system, subfloor and installation method. Request thermal specifications and manufacturer instructions before ordering. Underfloor cooling needs a separate assessment: our project-specific assessment is not a general approval for the collection.
What should be checked before renovation?
Identify the construction, remaining wear layer, condition and attachment to the subfloor. A professional can assess whether sanding or another treatment is appropriate. The number of possible renovations cannot be determined from the visible surface alone.
Choosing sizes and requesting a quotation
Compare samples in the room’s lighting. Specify the pattern, dimensions, finish and area, together with subfloor constraints, delivery location and desired timing. The quotation confirms the specification, quantities, availability, transport and project price.