Architect Collection Board Profiles

20mm – multiply construction.
6mm Oak Layer with 14mm base.

15mm – 3 layer construction.
4mm Oak Layer with 11mm base.

10mm – multiply construction.
3mm Oak Layer with 7mm base.

• Please understand that approximately 30% of orders come in random short lengths and that our timber is supplied as ABCD grade generally. Timber is a natural product. Colours can and may vary from images shown from actual samples. Boards will vary across every floor in colour, tone and knot frequency. It is this variation that gives timber its natural beauty and appeal.

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What is an engineered floor?

An engineered floor is simply a floor board made of more than one piece of timber. The multi-plywood layers use up to 12 layers of thinly cut hardwood and softwood plantation timbers, placed and glued in multiple directions to increase the strength and stability of the top layer of solid timber.

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Why not a solid floor?

Timber is a living material, sensitive to constant environmental changes. It responds in different ways to variations in moisture levels. If a piece of solid timber flooring is placed in a very moist environment it will absorb some of that moisture, causing it to fatten and swell and creating a rise or ‘crown’ in the middle. If, however, the same piece of timber is placed in a dry environment it will release moisture causing the timber to shrink and ‘cup’ across the face. The amount of movement caused by varying moisture levels is far greater with a solid wooden floor than an engineered floor.

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Engineered Floors - Pro's over solid floors

• Far greater stability means less floor failures than with solid floors.
• Wider board widths are achievable with the inherent stability of a multi-plywood base.
• Usually a thicker ‘wear’ or sanding layer than solid floors.
• Available in a range of pre-finished, hard to achieve colours.
• Far lower VOC emissions once installed compared with on-site finishing.
• Reduced installation time due to pre-finished product.
• Far more efficient use of slow-growing top layer timbers (Oak, Teak and Walnut, etc.) than solid floors.
• Reduced waste factors. With engineered floors usually factor 6% waste compared with 10% to 15% waste with a solid floor installation.
• Can be secret-nailed or just glued down, unlike solid boards which, if over 90mm wide, require top-nailing.
• Can be used in conjunction with in-slab and other sub-floor heating systems.

Downloads

Click here for Installation Instructions in PDF format.

Click here for Traditional Overhang Stair detail in PDF format.

Click here for Waterfall and Shadowline Stair detail in PDF format.

Click here for Care Instructions.

Click here for Product Warranty.

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Installation

Royal Oak Floors can be laid in the following manner:

Concrete sub-floors
• Glued and secret nailed on to 9mm or thicker pinned ply with moisture barrier underneath.
• Glued and weighted on to glued acoustic mats.
• Directly stuck and weighted to a membraned slab where sub-floor heating is being used.

Timber joist sub-floors
• Glued and secret nailed on to structural ply laid over joists.
• Glued and secret nailed on to acoustic mat over structural ply over joists.

Stairs
• Over a formed staircase use matched pre-finished solid stair nosing and 189mm boards for treads and risers. Use matched pre-finished cover strip to hide engineered profile if using a floating stair (i.e. no stringers).

Walls
• Glued and secret nailed or just secret nailed on to ply-lined walls. Use matched pre-finished solid corner moulding for corners.

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Care and Maintenance

Taking good care of your floors is paramount to its longevity and beauty.

Regular Cleaning & Maintenance
• Regular cleaning will prevent dirt and grit from wearing and scratching your floor. An electrostatic mop can be used to get rid of loose dirt and dust or you can vacuum (make sure the head won’t scratch your floor) and a microfibre mop can be used damp but ensure it is rung out well and rinsed frequently in clean warm water. Methylated spirits or white vinegar can be added at a ratio of one part per 4 parts water. We recommend Sabco Superswish mops that are available at locations like Big W and Safeway.
• Do not under any circumstances use any bleach, ammonia or caustic based cleaners (e.g. regular household cleaners like Domestos and White King) as this can weaken the coating and could cause colour distortion and the high likelihood of staining.
• Felt feet and protective pads should be used on all furniture prior to moving in to prevent scratching.
• Rugs and hall runners provide additional protection, particularly in heavy traffic areas, like entry points.
• Fats, including oils and other greasy foods can be extremely penetrable and can leave permanent marks. We strongly recommend avoiding leaving any spills of this nature. Clean up immediately – you can use a mild sink detergent or a 1 part methylated spirits or vinegar to 4 parts water mix.

Scratching & Denting
• Royal Oak Floors can be refinished if it becomes excessively damaged. Our finishes are designed to be recoated without the need for sanding. For best results, we recommend contacting us directly for up to date information. Please supply us with the specifications of your installed floor.

• Minor surface scratches can be fixed with Royal Oak Floors Repair Oil. We sell a range of colours in handy 90ml bottles. These are available for $20.00 each from our South Yarra showroom or $30.00 including postage.

Climate Control
• Australia’s sun can be very harsh so we recommend the use of blinds, curtains, exterior blinds/awnings or if possible utilizing glass with built in UVA and UVB protection. This will help prevent fading or discolouration. Moving rugs and furniture on a semi-regular basis will help the floor age evenly.