Lacquered Engineered Wood Flooring FAQ's
What is Lacquered Engineered Wood Flooring?
Lacquered engineered wood flooring is an engineered wood floor that has been finished with lacquer. In layman’s terms, engineered wood flooring is a multi-structured board made up of 3 main layers. The wear layer is the layer that sits on top and is visible once laid. This layer is made entirely of real wood such as oak or walnut and provides the aesthetic finish we all know and love. Beneath that, is the core layer. The core layer makes up the majority of the board and provides the flooring with the stability and durability required. Below that, is the backing layer which keeps it all together. Altogether, this structure provides engineered wood flooring with a greater resistance against temperature and moisture changes. It also makes it much more durable, and stable than solid wood flooring, making it a go-to choice for many, particularly in high-traffic areas.
When finishing engineered wood flooring, there are plenty of different finishes to choose from, including lacquers, oils, and waxes. All of which offer a different aesthetic and purpose. Lacquered engineered wood flooring is particularly great at dealing with spillages, and therefore often makes a great choice for those wanting wood flooring in the kitchen since its improved structure and impermeable finish make it much better at coping with liquids. Typically, lacquer finishes create a glossy surface, however, the options are much more varied now with matt lacquers and invisible lacquers to choose from.
How To Clean Lacquered Engineered Wood Flooring?
Lacquered engineered wood flooring should be cleaned in the same manner as any other engineered wood flooring. This includes regular sweeping or vacuuming as well as an occasional mop.
Although lacquered engineered wood flooring has a greater resistance against liquids in comparison to oiled engineered wood flooring, we still advise that you do not let water sit for prolonged periods. Therefore, you will need to use a mildly damp mop or wipe up any leftover liquid to avoid causing damage to your boards.
For more information on how to correctly care for lacquered engineered wood flooring, visit our engineered wood maintenance guide.
Does Lacquered Engineered Wood Flooring Scratch Easily?
Compared to untreated wood, lacquered engineered wood flooring has a much higher resistance against scratches. However, like all wood flooring, it's not entirely scratch-proof.
For more information on how to care for your engineered wood flooring, visit our maintenance centre.
Is Engineered Wood Flooring Waterproof?
No. Engineered wood flooring is not waterproof. Unfortunately, due to the composition of real wood, this will always be the case with wood flooring. However, lacquered engineered wood flooring does have a greater resistance against liquids, thanks to the protective surface layer it creates. Therefore, we would advise choosing a lacquered finish for kitchens.
If you’re looking for a floor that is 100% waterproof, we suggest taking a look at LVT flooring. These floors can be made to look like wood or stone and are ideal for bathroom installations.
How Long Does Engineered Wood Flooring Need to Acclimatise?
Lacquered engineered wood flooring needs to be acclimatised for a minimum of 48-72 hours before being installed. Otherwise, your floor could end up warping, expanding, or retracting due to temperature changes. For more information on how to acclimatise your flooring, visit our guide.