Timeless floors adding real value

Hardwood floors bring instant warmth, longevity and resale appeal to homes and commercial spaces. Modern alternatives such as engineered and hybrid floors provide a timber look with improved stability and easy maintenance. By Chris Parker

WHY TIMBER AND TIMBER-LOOK FLOORS SELL

Timber flooring has an enduring appeal because it blends natural beauty with durability and can suit traditional, coastal and contemporary interiors alike.

Engineered and hybrid products extend that appeal by combining real wood veneers or realistic timber visuals with cores – engineered for moisture resistance and dimensional stability, essential features Australians need for kitchens, living areas and houses with variable humidity.

Whether you want to upgrade, have floor surfaces that reduce cleaning time or preparing your home for resale, AUSWOOD can provide you with a tailored solution. The entire AUSWOOD flooring range can be delivered throughout Australia, and their friendly team are available to answer your questions.

SOLID HARDWOOD FLOORING

AUSWOOD offers a large range of Australian hardwood species with a wide palette of colours and grain patterns, from pale creams to deep reds and chocolate browns, giving homeowners a huge scope to match floors to style and light levels.

Popular native species: Spotted Gum is prized for its dramatic, wavy grain and a broad colour range from cream to rich browns that adds movement to a space. Blackbutt brings a lighter, neutral base with even texture suited to modern, bright interiors. Jarrah provides deep reds and burgundy tones that mature beautifully over time, lending a classic, stately look.
Durable performers: Ironbark is among the hardest native timbers and is recommended for high-traffic areas where toughness really matters.
Lighter, versatile choices: Tasmanian Oak (a market name covering several Eucalyptus species) and Natural Oak off er pale, adaptable tones that suit both Scandinavian and coastal schemes.
In addition to this AUSWOOD also stocks Sydney Blue Gum and Brush Box in a semi-gloss.

SIZES, PROFILES, FINISHED AND COLOUR OPIONS

The Stockman’s ridge range is available in Blackbutt, Sydney Blue Gum, Brush Box, Ironbark, Jarrah and Spotted Gum and comes in 136mm wide, or extra wide 186mm widths and both at lengths of 1830mm. The finish has 14 acrylic coats, has high dent and scratch resistance and is micro-bevelled and comes with a 25-year domestic or depending on your selection a 5 to 10 year commercial warranty and is manufactured to meet global standards. All these products come with a patented click locking system, which is second to none. All their hardwood is FSC certified, performance tested, and the specifications list fire and non-slip ratings so you can be assured you are purchasing high quality flooring.

Modern finishing systems offer anything from natural oiled looks to tough polyurethane coatings in satin, matte or gloss sheens. Prefinished boards are factory coated for consistent colour and durable wear layers; the finish you choose influences maintenance and how colour will age in sunlight.

ENGINEERED TIMBER FLOORING

Engineered timber is often referred to as the practical timber flooring. It uses a real hardwood veneer over a multilayer to deliver the look and surface properties of solid wood with far greater dimensional stability. This stability makes engineered boards suitable for installations over concrete slabs, works in conjunction with underfloor heating and in areas where solid timber might expand or contract excessively.

RANGE

The range in engineered flooring is extensive. AUSWOOD can supply you with:

The 2.5mm and 3mm Australian hardwood range:

Blackbutt, Sydney Blue Gum, Spotted Gum and Jarrah.

As part of their exotic range:

Kwila

The 3mm Herringbone Oak and 3mm Oak range:

Billabong, Campfire, Natural, Saddleback, Sandstone, Shandy Grove and Whitecliffe.

The 1.2mm White Haven Oak range:

Astor, Dunes, Hampton, Beech, York and Windsor.

4mm Pinnacle Oak range:

Trend Oak Umner, Summer Oak Nature, Autumn Oak, Winter Oak, Summer Oak and Trend Oak Crème

SIZES, SPECIFICATIONS AND FINISH

Depending on your selection, the veneer face ranges from 1.2mm to 4mm in thickness and the substrate is a cross laminated plantation eucalyptus. In the same format as the solid hardwood flooring, it also comes in 136mm or extra wide 186mm wide x 1830mm lengths. This product uses the Valinge 2G click locking technology with micro-bevel, is finished in acrylic lacquer and the entire range comes with responsible timber certification. The engineered timber flooring range comes with a 25-year domestic and 5-year commercial warranty, providing peace of mind.

HYBRID FLOORING

Hybrid flooring blends the best features of laminate and luxury vinyl and has become a leading choice for Australian homes that need durability, waterproof and realistic timber visuals. Its core is typically made from a waterproof composite (SPC or WPC), topped with a printed design layer and a protective wear layer, which results in floors that are tough, scratch resistant and ideal for kitchens, bathrooms and family homes.

BENEFITS

Waterproof core: hybrid floors resist spills and moisture better than traditional timber, reducing risk of warping.

Realistic visuals: high definition printing and embossed textures replicate timber grain convincingly.
Low maintenance: durable wear layers mean simple cleaning routines – ideal for busy households and pet owners.
Comes with a built-in 1.5mm sound absorbent pad.
25-year domestic warranty

COLOURS, STYLES AND PLANK SIZES

Hybrid flooring is produced in many timber inspired shades from bleached oaks and greys to warm honey browns and deep charcoals, with plank widths that mirror engineered timber to deliver modern or classic looks. Many brands offer bevelled edges, hand- scraped textures and matte finishes so you can replicate rustic or polished timber floors.

AUSWOOD really has everything covered with sizes ranging:

1530mm x 236mm x 5mm – Luxury Vinyl flooring
1530mm x 232mm x 7.5mm – Rigid SPC Hybrid flooring
1830mm x 228 x 12mm – Rigid WPC hybrid flooring

INSTALLATION METHODS AND UNDERLAYS FOR ALL FLOORING TYPES

Hardwood and engineered floors can be floated, glued or secret nailed depending on subfloor and product; engineered boards are the most flexible for different installations including direct fix to concrete. Hybrid floors install as a clicklock floating system over a suitable underlay that provides acoustic and thermal benefits. The correct underlay and acclimatisation to local conditions are essential to prevent gaps and buckling.

MAINTENANCE AND LONGEVITY

Solid hardwood can be sanded and refinished multiple times, extending its life for decades if maintained correctly. Engineered timber with a sufficient wear layer also allows periodic sanding; hybrid floors rely on their wear layer and will need replacement rather than sanding if severely worn. Regular cleaning with a microfibre mop, prompt spill cleanup and felt protectors on furniture will extend any floors’ life.

COLOUR TRENDS AND HOW TO PICK A SHADE

Light, natural tones: pale oaks and bleached finishes make small spaces feel larger and pair well with coastal or minimalist decor.
Midtones: warm honey and chestnut hues are versatile and mask wear effectively in family homes.
Dark and charred finishes: dramatic deep browns and blackened stains create contrast and a luxurious feel but show dust and scratches more readily.

AUSWOOD CAN OFFER PRACTICAL BUYING ADVICE

Match product to environment: use engineered or hybrid flooring for areas with moisture or variable humidity; reserve solid timber for stable interior rooms.
Check wear layers: for engineered timber, verify veneer thickness; for hybrids, confirm the wear layer rating (measured in mils or microns) for commercial or domestic use.
Ask for samples: view planks in your home at different times of day to see how natural light affects colour and grain.
Confirm installation method: ensure your installer follows manufacturer guidelines for subfloor prep, acclimatisation and underlay selection.

CHOOSING AUSWOOD

Specialist manufacturers and distributors, AUSWOOD supply a broad range of hardwood, engineered flooring, hybrid, oak and exotic timbers, along with manufacturing control that supports consistent quality and product warranties.

AUSWOOD is an experienced supplier, and this means access to technical advice on species or colour selection, appropriate wear layer and installation methods for Australian conditions. AUSWOOD provides support to builders, project managers and DIY homeowners.