WIDE OAK FLOORING PERTH SPECIALIST
Local Specialists in
French Oak Timber Flooring
French Oak is the pinnacle of elegance when it comes to timber flooring, and with our large selection of colours, we’re opening up the door to unique interior design versatility.
Our French Oak comes in 2 Wide Collection; Prime Wide Oak a premium in 220mm & Vintage Wide Oak a premium in 260mm wide board to create a more spacious feel in your home and really showcase the natural look and feel of wood grains. Bring beauty and timeless elegance to your home with our extra long and extra wide floorboards.Â
Discover our latest oak flooring ranges; Grandeur Collection, Versailles Panel, Herringbone & Chevron Parquetry.
Our Range: Prime Wide Oak Collection for Australian Homes
Prime Wide Oak Collection features one of the highest-grade oaks hardwood flooring in Australia. It offers clean look, a smooth feel, and bright ambiance for your home. Its refined texture and stunning colour brings elegance and sophistication, enhancing any interior design.
Naturale
WIDE BOARD: 220MM, LIGHT BRUSH
Smoked
WIDE BOARD: 220MM, LIGHT BRUSH
Our Range: ‘NEW’ Vintage Wide Oak Collection for Australian Homes
The ‘NEW’ Vintage Oak Collection in 260 mm wide sets a new standard in the timber flooring industry. It introduces the 1st flooring with an extraordinary, dimensional texture, allowing you to feel and touch every grain and knots in the floorboards. Available only at Lifewood Flooring.
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We can deliver across Australia within 7 days.
Not in Perth? We’re able to have your floor delivered within 7 days of ordering. Samples are also available on request.
PATENTED STABILISED SOLID TECHNOLOGY
Design the life you’ve always wanted with Lifewood’s engineered oak flooring.
With our Stabilised Solid technology, Lifewood offers the most durable timber flooring Perth has to offer. We have combined the beauty of Australian hardwood solid timber flooring with the structure of an engineered floor.
Our Stabilised Solid technology creates a unique, highly reliable, solid engineered timber floorboard. We are 100% confident that our patented Lifewood wood floorboards will not cup or warp, and we guarantee them with a lifetime warranty
Scratch resistant coating
4 x resandable surface
Moisture resistant design
Patented core technology
Premium grade top board
Same timber top and bottom
Moisture barrier coating
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See our beautiful Australian hardwood flooring options in our Osborne Park showroom
18 Hector Street West, Osborne Park, Perth
Elegant look and feel with design versatility.
With our extensive range of colours, French Oak is the perfect flooring solution to match any interior design style.Â
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From the design stage to the timber floor preparation, and post-installation follow-up, our team is ready to take care of the whole process seamlessly and effortlessly. Just choose your favourite wood flooring with the help of a Lifewood consultant, and we will take care of the rest.
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French Oak Collection FAQ
What is French Oak flooring?
French oak flooring is made from oak timber originating from France. Oak trees are widely known for their slow growth, height and strength, they usually reach heights exceeding 20 meters. French Oak is considered to be more durable than the American Oak. It is less likely to expand and contract, so splits, or cracks are rare. French oak is favored due to its high tannin level, allowing it to absorb more color. Oak can vary from pale colours, bordering on white, to dark browns. Lifewood supplies large selection of colours, openes up the door to unique interior design versatility.
Why Do People Choose French Oak Flooring?
French oak timber flooring becomes more and more popular due to its durability, beauty, and sustainability, as well as its ability to add value to any home. Traditionally, French oak flooring is often associated with premium or luxury homes, now it can be seen in commercial spaces, modern apartments, traditional homes with wide range of budgets and styles. People  choose French oak flooring for several reasons.
Beauty:
- French oak flooring is known for its beautiful grain patterns and unique knots. The unique environmental conditions in France make oak trees grown there have a particularly fine grain and stunning appeal. Its warm color and aesthetic appeal add value to any home or commercial space, increase investment return. That makes it a wise choice for homeowners. French oak is often used to make wine casks, as its quality and composition are so good.
Durability:
- French Oak trees grow slowly and steadily, creating a level of strength and resilience that make this hardwood particularly ideal for floors. It is strong, sturdy, and resistant to wear and tear. It can withstand heavy foot traffic, making it a perfect choice for high-traffic areas like hallways, living rooms, and kitchens.
Longevity:
- French oak is known for its durability and longevity. With proper installation and maintenance, French oak flooring can last for several decades, even up to a century or longer. It is a popular choice for homeowners who want a flooring material that will stand the test of time. The lifespan of French oak flooring depends on several factors, including the quality of the wood, the installation process, and the maintenance and care routine.
Versatility (Design Excellence):
- French oak flooring can be stained or finished in a variety of ways to achieve different looks and styles. It can be left natural for a rustic look or finished with a high-gloss sheen for a more modern appearance. It can be created to match different interior design themes.
Sustainability:
- French oak is a renewable resource, and many manufacturers source their wood from sustainably managed forests. This makes it an eco-friendly choice for those who want to reduce their environmental impact.
Return on investment:
- Due to the reasons listed above, French oak flooring can increase the value of a home and potentially provide a high return on investment. It is reported that homes with hardwood flooring sold faster and for higher prices than those without hardwood flooring.
French Oak Flooring vs American Oak Flooring: which one is better?
Oak is well known as hard and strong, highly resistant to insects, and timeless beauty for interior design. It’s an ideal flooring choice for a lot of premium homes. However, which one is better? French Oak or American Oak? Both are high-quality hardwood flooring materials that offer their unique features and benefits. The choice between the two depends on which one could implement your lifestyle and interior design ideas better.
Here are some differences between the two:
Appearance:
- French oak flooring is known for its tight, consistent grain and warm, golden hues, while American oak flooring tends to have a more open, coarse grain with pinkish or reddish undertones.
Durability:
- Both French and American oak flooring are durable and long-lasting, but French oak tends to be denser and harder than American oak, making it more resistant to wear and tear.
Cost:
- French oak flooring is often more expensive than American oak flooring due to its higher density and rarity.
Sustainability:
- Both French and American oak can be sourced from sustainably managed forests, but French oak is more likely to be certified as sustainably sourced due to tighter regulations in Europe.
About French Oak Floorboards
To display the luxury tone of an oak floor, you need to use long floorboards. Longboards, also known as “planks,” are typically longer and wider than traditional hardwood flooring boards, which can create a more open and spacious feel, and add a unique and elegant touch to any space.
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