Engineered Timber Flooring Construction
Engineered timber floors substitute the majority of real wood with stable and affordable plywood, while still maintaining the beautiful appearance and strong protective coat as solid timber.
Overall, engineered timber flooring is a durable, stable, and attractive flooring option that’s eco-friendly and easy to install.
Visiting the Barwon Timber Showroom:
Your flooring choice will have a considerable impact on the aesthetic of your home or build. The showroom at Barwon Timber displays a large selection of engineered flooring options. Our knowledgeable team are available to you to assist with product selection and support throughout the installation and completion of your floor.
About us
Barwon Timber are experts in engineered timber flooring. Family-owned and local since 1980, we offer friendly service and quality materials to help you build better. We’re more than suppliers - we’re part of the community.
Installation
At Barwon Timber, we offer expert timber flooring and personalized service to suit your home or business. Whether you’re building, renovating, or upgrading, we make floor installation easy. Get a quick cost estimate using our online form.
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Discover more about engineered timber flooring and why it’s a smart choice for your home or business. Read one of our in-depth blogs to learn about its benefits, installation tips, and design ideas. Dive into expert advice from Barwon Timber today!
Free Engineered Flooring Samples - Delivered to Your Door
Can’t make it to our Showroom? No worries - we’ll bring it to you.
Get up to 3 free timber flooring samples delivered straight to your home and experience the Barwon Timber difference where it matters most. Compare colours, finishes, and styles in your own space, under your own lighting, to find the perfect match with confidence.
FAQ
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Engineered timber flooring is designed to combine the beauty of real hardwood with added strength and stability. Unlike solid timber, engineered timber features a genuine hardwood top layer (called a hardwood veneer) bonded to a high-quality, cross-laminated plywood core. This multi-layer construction minimises warping, cupping, and movement caused by changes in temperature or humidity.
The result is a long-lasting, low-maintenance flooring option that looks and feels just like solid timber, but is more versatile and suitable for a wider range of environments, including areas where solid timber may not be recommended.
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Engineered Timber Flooring offers the same high-quality appearance and natural feel as solid hardwood, but with improved stability.
It’s built to resist warping, gaps, and movement. Additionally, Engineered Timber is a more sustainable option, using timber more efficiently without sacrificing style or durability.
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Engineered timber flooring offers several key advantages. It’s more stable than solid timber, making it suitable for installation over underfloor heating. With a variety of thickness options available, it’s ideal for areas with height restrictions. This type of flooring is also more sustainable because it uses less precious hardwood material. Additionally, engineered timber typically comes pre-finished with a factory coating, so no extra work is needed after installation.
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Engineered timber flooring features either a tongue-and-groove or locking system for easy installation. It’s typically glued down to the subfloor but can also be installed as a floating floor over foam or cork underlay.
Most engineered timber comes pre-finished with a factory-applied coating, so no additional on-site finishing is needed after installation.
At Barwon Timber, we also offer professional flooring installation services to ensure your floor is fitted perfectly.
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In many cases, yes. Our engineered timber flooring can be installed over various subfloors, including concrete and existing wood surfaces. Contact our team to check if your current subfloor is suitable for installation with our products.
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Maintenance is simple. Use a soft broom or microfiber mop to remove dust regularly, and occasionally damp mop with a timber-friendly cleaning soap. Avoid steam cleaning or using excessive water to keep your floor in great condition.