Why Choose Engineered Flooring over Solid Oak Flooring?

Prefinished Engineered Oak Flooring in 'Tea'

How is Engineered Flooring Different From Solid Timber Flooring?

Solid timber flooring is exactly that; 100% hardwood from the top to the bottom of the plank. Engineered Flooring is made from layers of ply or birch-wood that are bonded together in a cross-grained arrangement. These boards then have a top layer of solid hardwood (around 3-6mm). The mm's used for the top layer is dependent on the board's width and can vary between brands.

Engineered flooring is becoming increasingly popular as it looks just as good as solid wood flooring but holds more benefits than solid timber flooring ever has. 

Prefinished Engineered Oak Flooring in 'Gesso'

What are the Benefits of Engineered Wood Flooring? 

Product Warranty
Solid Flooring is a natural product, therefore no product warranty's are given. However, most engineered flooring comes with a product warranty giving you more confidence in the flooring choice you have made. Di Legno's Proparq Engineered Flooring comes with a 10 year product warranty for your peace of mind.

Same Aesthetics
Due to greater stability and resistance to humidity and temperature fluctuations, you can generally get a wider cover with each engineered board, which is increasing in popularity. If you prefer the look of narrower boards however, these are still available to meet your preferences. Engineered flooring looks just as great at solid timber floors, are more uniform in colour and have a similar sanding life as solid oak flooring.

More Stability
Engineered flooring is more durable and stable, meaning that there is less movement over time and there is far less chance that your floor will twist, crush, warp, shrink or swell. Due to the layered construction of the engineered core, it has a higher resistance to moisture levels and environmental changes. 

Less Installation Time
Because the flooring boards are engineered and machined, the flooring is well prepared for installation and means installation and finishing can often be completed faster than solid flooring.
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Compatible with Underfloor Heating 
Thanks to the greater stability and resistance to temperature fluctuations in engineered flooring, it is suitable to be laid with underfloor heating or cooling systems safely.

Environmentally Conscious 
Engineered flooring ensures rational use of the best material - the solid hardwood layer. The reduced amount of solid hardwood that is used per board, allows for a wider board cover without compromising on an earth conscious approach in using our Earth's precious resources.

Italian Made French Oak Proparq Engineered Flooring Prefinished in Hard Wax Oil in 'Isanti'

Can I Get More Sands From Solid or Engineered Flooring? 
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The tongue and groove joint connects together when the flooring is laid. The re-sandable part of solid flooring is measured from the top surface of the flooring to the top of the tongue and groove. This is the same with engineered flooring.

Whether you are sanding solid or engineered flooring, you can only sand down to the tongue and groove joint. The thicker the hardwood layer on your engineered board, the more re-sands you will get. However, bear in mind that the thicker your top layer, the higher the cost.


Can Anyone Install My Engineered Flooring? 
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​We recommend that a qualified flooring installer lay your flooring for you.

Italian Made French Oak Proparq Engineered Flooring Site Finished in Ciranova Oil in 'Natural White'

European and French Oak Flooring. What's the Difference?
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This refers to the source of the timber as well as where the engineered flooring has been produced.

Proparq's French Oak flooring is 100% Made in Italy. The engineered core is made from Marine Grade Russian Birch and the hardwood top layer is made of French Oak, both of which are sourced from sustainable forests. Proparq products are proudly formaldehyde and solvent free, and have been cultivated from radiation free zones, which basically means that there won't be unseen chemical leaching into your home when laid. This makes it a very healthy choice for flooring in your home.

​Speak to us about the healthier floor colours and finishes, if this is something you would like to achieve in your project.

Are you considering the possibility of timber flooring for your new or renovated home? We would be happy to talk and provide you with some expert advice.
Contact your Exclusive Auckland suppliers of Italian Made Proparq Engineered Oak Flooring today on 094145467 or email sales at dilegno.co.nz.

Have more questions about the best timber flooring for you? Visit our showroom in Rosedale, Auckland or send us an email!