Engineered timber flooring is a popular flooring option that combines the natural beauty of real wood with enhanced stability and durability through engineered construction.

Structure

• Top layer: A thin slice of real timber (2-6mm thick), available in species like oak, walnut, maple, Brushbox, and Australian Cypress Pine, providing authentic appearance and texture.

• Core layers: Multiple layers of plywood, high-density fibreboard (HDF), or softwood arranged in a cross-grain pattern, which minimizes expansion and contraction caused by temperature and humidity changes.

Key Advantages

• Stability: Resists warping, shrinking, and swelling better than solid timber, suitable for areas with fluctuating conditions and even underfloor heating.

• Versatility: Can be installed over various subfloors (concrete, plywood, existing flooring) using methods like glue-down, nail-down, or floating click-lock systems. It also supports diverse designs such as herringbone and chevron patterns.

• Maintenance: Relatively easy to clean with a damp mop or cloth; regular sweeping/vacuuming prevents scratches. Many can be sanded and refinished if the top layer is thick enough.

• Eco-friendliness: Uses less solid hardwood and often incorporates sustainable materials.

Application

Ideal for both residential and commercial spaces, including kitchens, basements, where solid timber may not perform as well.