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French oak floors consist of a quiet wood specie whose structure is characterized by the flame pattern in the wood. The so-called cat's paws (small tassels) are characteristic of French oak floors. The quality is quieter compared to the rustic quality, because fewer and smaller knots are allowed.

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French oak options

This wood specie is one of the most popular European hardwood types and is characterized by its yellow to brown cognac-like color. This means that a French oak floor gives your home a warm look.

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Product specifications French oak

French oak gives a beautiful floor with character. This sorting gives you the experience of a wooden floor.

Wood type:French Oak (Quercus Petrea)
Hardness according to Janka: 6280N
Bonding: Good
Growth Area: Europe
Dimensions & Tolerances:

Allowed tolerances only due to unavoidable machining inaccuracies and due to variations in humidity and structural differences.

Dikte: Tolerantie:
Massief: 20mm ± 10%
Robin: 6mm toplaag ± 10%
Vincent: 4mm toplaag ± 10%
Floortje: 3mm toplaag ± 10%
Lengte: Tolerantie:
Massief: 800 – 2500mm 75% langer dan 150cm
Robin: 2000 - 5000mm 75% langer dan 150cm
Vincent: 2000 - 2400mm 75% langer dan 150cm
Floortje: 2000 - 2200mm 75% langer dan 150cm
Breedte: Tolerantie:
Massief: 100 – 240mm ± 2mm
Robin: 100 - 400mm ± 2mm
Vincent: 70 - 280mm ± 2mm<
Floortje: 180 of 220mm ± 2mm
Evenwijdigheid: Vochtpercentage: 7 – 11% ± 0,1mm per 500mm lengte
Toleranties m.b.t. sortering:
Noesten: Max. 1 per m1, deze met max. 25mm diameter.
Spint: Niet toegestaan
Hart: Niet toegestaan
Groeidefecten: Max. 10mm breed
Open gebreken: Max. 1 per 2m1, deze met max. 5mm diameter
Vlekken: Niet toegestaan
Schimmel: Zeer beperkt toegestaan
Latstrepen (drooglatten): Niet toegestaan
Pin holes (worm gaatjes): Niet toegestaan
Scheurvorming kopse kant: Niet toegestaan
Scheurvorming in de plank: Niet toegestaan
Toleranties m.b.t. vorm:
Haaksheid: Rechthoekig, tolerantie ± 4% t.o.v. de breedte
Lengtekromming*: 1mm per 1000mm lengte
Hoogtekromming**: 1mm per 500mm lengte
Schoteling***: Hol en bol minder dan 1mm

*curvature perpendicular to the longitudinal axis in the horizontal plane (banana formation).
**curvature perpendicular to the longitudinal axis in the vertical plane (wave formation).
***curvature around the longitudinal axis.

Design: Equipped with a tongue and groove all around, and at least 3 tension grooves on the underside. Long visible sides have a bevel (except herringbone and chevron floors: 2.5mm at an angle of 45°). Fit of tongue and groove: hand pressure, light clamping, height difference on visible side is max. 0.1 mm.

Imperfections: There is no part of wood that is exactly the same as another part. Wooden floorboards are a natural product, so the surface characteristics may differ from the product description mentioned above. In total, approximately 2.5% may differ from what is stated above.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the characteristics of French oak floors?

French oak floors have a calm appearance and are characterized by a flame drawing in the wood and small tassels, also called 'cat's paws'.

How does this floor differ from a rustic floor?

Compared to rustic oak, smaller knots are allowed, which provides a calmer appearance.

What color is French oak available in?

The floors are available in 90 custom colors.

What are the available options for French oak floors?

French oak floors are available in both solid wood and a laminated floor. They come in various widths, and there are many patterns available. The layered floors are suitable for use with underfloor heating .

What special patterns are available for French oak floors?

The herringbone floor, chevron floor , elbow pattern, but also a straight plank pattern are among the possibilities. These patterns can give a unique look to your floor.