14mm

Engineered Wood Flooring Samples

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Engineered Wood Flooring FAQ's

What is 14mm Engineered Wood Flooring?

Engineered wood flooring consists of boards that feature a real piece of oak or walnut attached to several layers of purpose-picked wood. Its construction improves its resistance to temperature and humidity changes so warping is less likely. Due to its solid wood top layer, engineered wood flooring resembles solid wood once installed, making it a fantastic alternative.

14mm wood flooring is somewhere in the middle of the thickest (20mm) and thinnest (7.2mm) boards that we do. This means it has a great balance of under-foot feel, sound absorption, and impact resistance but without the higher price tag.

Does Engineered Wood Flooring Scratch Easily?

Any wood floor can be susceptible to scratches but is durable enough to withstand daily use, even in busy households. Our 14mm engineered wood flooring options feature a 2mm, 2.2mm, or 3mm wear layer of oak or walnut veneer. The thicker the veneer the more times it can be sanded down and refinished if it does become heavily scratched. This means your flooring can look brand new for many years if well maintained.

You can also choose from a selection of finishes that make the flooring more scratch resistant and alter its appearance.

Is Engineered Wood Flooring Waterproof?

Engineered wood flooring consists of real wood, so it is not waterproof. If a liquid is left to sit for long periods, it can seep into the wood, causing warping and discolouration. Lacquer finishing can provide more resistance but does not make the flooring waterproof.

How Long Does Engineered Wood Flooring Need to Acclimatise?

We recommend acclimatising your engineered oak wood Flooring to prevent warping as it adjusts to the temperature and humidity conditions of your home. To do this, you must leave your flooring alone in the room where you are going to install it. While more stable than solid wood flooring, you should acclimatise your flooring for at least 48 hours for the best results.

Engineered Wood Flooring Finishes & Treatments

Unfinished

Unfinished floors are not stained, oiled, or lacquered. This allows you to finish the flooring as you see fit. To ensure your flooring is durable, you must finish your boards before you can fit them.

Brushed

Brushed finishes help enhance the natural character and texture of the wood by gently brushing it with a steel comb. You can then treat the flooring with oil or lacquer, as described below.

Handscraped

This effect aims to recreate the traditional look of wood flooring when a professional woodworker would hand finish each board, which gave them unique characteristics. This finish especially looks good on glossy, lacquered flooring where the reflection highlights the waviness of the finish.

Aged

Aged flooring is created by adding light wear to the surface of engineered wood planks, such as bumps and scrapes, to create an established, worn look that creates the illusion of flooring that has been laid for years.

Varying levels of ageing are available, depending upon your style preference, giving an impression of short and longer term wear.

Distressed

The imperfections of a distressed finish are much more pronounced than brushed and hand scraped finishes. This gives the flooring a worn and rustic look, without the hefty price tag of a reclaimed solid wood floor. It really is the perfect alternative in terms of cost and durability. 

Lacquered

Lacquer is a varnish that dries to produce a hard, durable finish. It comes in gloss, matt, or satin matt finishes and can be clear or coloured. It is usually applied to the flooring to help reduce the damage caused by spillages and act as an additional wear layer. This makes lacquered floors ideal for more chaotic areas whilst maintaining their natural character.

Oiled

Oil seeps into the wood and maintains the surface texture of wood flooring whilst still providing some resistance to damage. However, oiled finishes will not create a surface layer that can act as a barrier. Therefore, oiled flooring will require more maintenance and care over spillages. 

Engineered Wood Flooring Installation Methods

Tongue & Groove

Tongue and groove is the most common method among engineered wood flooring; compatible boards fit together and hold in place with glue. The glue means tongue and groove flooring is free of nails, making it visually appealing and safe to walk on barefoot.

Floating floor

You can install tongue and groove flooring onto a layer of underlay as a floating floor. Underlay has many benefits, such as providing sound dampening and protecting your flooring from moisture and temperature changes.

Glue installation

If you have a suitable subfloor (flat and sturdy surface such as concrete with a damp-proof membrane), you can glue your flooring to it with a strong adhesive. Glued installation creates a very stable and sturdy floor, especially with thicker boards, such as 14-20mm wood flooring.