Light Neutral Engineered Timber Plank 15mm
$92.99/m² $268.56/box
15.3mm · 3mm oak veneer
Engineered Oak Flooring
Engineered oak flooring is real oak: a 3mm layer of oak on a layered core, so it moves less than solid timber. Ours are 15mm tongue and groove planks, 1900 x 190mm, from $92.99/m², delivered Australia-wide.
Prefer a pattern? Our engineered oak also comes in herringbone and chevron.
Products
Tinge Clay Engineered Timber Plank 15mm
$92.99/m² $268.56/box
Natural Limed Engineered Timber Plank 15mm
$92.99/m² $268.56/box
Midnight Grey Engineered Timber Plank 15mm
$92.99/m² $268.56/box
Beige Ash Engineered Timber Plank 15mm
$92.99/m² $268.56/box
Light Malt Engineered Timber Plank 15mm
$92.99/m² $268.56/box
Casper White Engineered Timber Plank 15mm
$92.99/m² $268.56/box
Apolo Grey Engineered Timber Plank 15mm
$92.99/m² $268.56/box
Pale Oak Engineered Timber Plank 15mm
$92.99/m² $268.56/box
Coral Sand Engineered Timber Plank 15mm
$92.99/m² $268.56/box
Engineered oak flooring specs and prices
| Spec | Our engineered oak planks | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $92.99/m², or $268.56 a box | Compare the price per m²: box sizes differ from floor to floor. |
| Each box | 2.888 m², 8 boards, 26kg | Order whole boxes, with about 10% extra for cuts. |
| Board size | 1900 x 190mm | Longer, wider planks mean fewer joins across the room. |
| Thickness | 15mm, with 3mm of real oak on top | The oak on top is the part you walk on, and the part that can be sanded back years from now. |
| Joins | Tongue and groove | Not a click lock: when the planks float, the joints are glued. |
| Finish | Brushed UV lacquer, with a micro bevel on all four edges | Hardened with UV light at the factory, it helps protect against daily wear and makes cleaning easier. |
| How it's laid | Floated on foam underlay with the joints glued, glued down, or secret nailed | Glue them down if you have hydronic floor heating. |
| Sound rating | 5 stars (AAAC) for footstep noise, over 2mm foam underlay | Many strata buildings ask for a tested rating. The report is on each floor's page. |
| Slip rating | P3 | P3 gives more tested wet grip than P2. |
| Colours | 10, from white to deep grey | Order up to 3 free samples to see them in your own light. |
| Warranty | 25 years for homes, plus a lifetime structural warranty | Follow the installation guide when you lay it: the warranty depends on it. |
| Delivery | Australia-wide, in 1 to 7 business days depending on your location | Checkout prices delivery to your suburb. |
Each floor's page has the installation guide, the warranty and the sound, slip and fire test reports.
Is engineered oak right for your home?
Five common situations, and what we'd choose in each.
Kids and pets
Oak is softer than Australian hardwoods like Spotted Gum (about 5 to 6 kN on the Janka hardness test, against about 11), so it can dent. Put felt pads under chairs, a mat at each door, and keep pets' nails trimmed. For a busy family home, Australian hardwood is tougher. With a big dog or lots of spills, our 100% water resistant hybrid flooring is the pick.
Apartments and strata rules
Many strata buildings ask for a tested sound rating before you lay a hard floor. In an independent impact sound test of a 1 m² sample over a concrete slab, our 15mm oak scored 5 stars over 2mm foam underlay (AAAC star ratings: more stars means a quieter floor for the people below). A floor laid wall to wall usually tests a little lower, so ask your strata if they want a test on site. The report is on each floor's page, ready to send. Check your by-laws for the rating they need.
Concrete slab or timber floor
Both work. On a slab, put down a moisture barrier first, then float the planks on foam underlay with the tongue and groove joints glued, or glue them straight down. A new slab needs at least 60 days to dry. On timber floorboards or sheet flooring, fix any loose or squeaky boards first. The floor must be flat: no more than 3mm out over 1 metre to float the planks, or over 3 metres to glue them.
Got floor heating? Water-based (hydronic) heating suits these planks glued down, with the floor kept under 26°C. Check the individual product description for your floor.
Queensland heat and humidity
Engineered oak moves far less than solid timber when the air goes from dry to sticky, because its layered core holds each plank steady. Leave a 12 to 15mm gap at the walls in humid areas, keep the house aired or air-conditioned, and use curtains where strong sun hits the floor: sun changes timber's colour over time.
Kitchens, bathrooms and laundries
Kitchens are fine. Wipe up spills straight away and put a mat in front of the sink. For bathrooms and laundries, choose our 100% water resistant hybrid flooring.
What your room costs
Oak planks at today's price, in whole boxes with 10% extra for cuts, laid at our instant quote's $52/m²:
| Room | Boxes | Floor | Laying | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 m² | 6 boxes | $1,611.36 | $780 | $2,391.36 |
| 35 m² | 14 boxes | $3,759.84 | $1,820 | $5,579.84 |
| 70 m² | 27 boxes | $7,251.12 | $3,640 | $10,891.12 |
| 100 m² | 39 boxes | $10,473.84 | $5,200 | $15,673.84 |
For a 20 m² room in a pattern, oak herringbone is $2,495.80 for the floor, $3,695.80 laid; oak chevron is $2,790.54 for the floor, with laying quoted on request.
Underlay or glue, taking up an old floor, levelling, trims and delivery are extra; checkout prices delivery to your suburb. Use the flooring calculator for your own room.
Engineered oak flooring questions
Straight answers to what people ask us most.
Is engineered oak flooring real wood?
Yes. Every plank has a 3mm layer of real oak on top, so the grain you see and feel is real wood. Under it sits a layered core that keeps the plank flat and steady.
That's the difference from solid oak, which is one piece of wood all the way through. It's also what sets it apart from laminate and hybrid flooring, which have a printed wood look.
How much does engineered oak flooring cost?
Our engineered oak planks cost $92.99/m², or $268.56 for a box of 2.888 m². Order about 10% extra for cuts. In a pattern, oak herringbone is $103.99/m² and chevron starts at $113.99/m². Found the same floor cheaper? We'll beat the price.
Laying costs extra: our instant quote starts at $52/m² for engineered timber planks. See what your room costs above, or use the flooring calculator to work out the boxes for your own room.
What does 15.3mm engineered timber mean?
You'll see this range called 15.3mm. Each plank is 15mm thick, with 3mm of real oak on top. The oak on top is the part you walk on, and the part that can be sanded back years from now. Under it is the layered core.
When you compare engineered oak, look at the oak on top, not just the total thickness: a thicker top layer leaves more to sand. Ask a flooring specialist before sanding, because the board's condition matters too.
What are the downsides of engineered oak flooring?
Four things to know before you buy:
- It costs more than hybrid or laminate. You're paying for real oak, from $92.99/m². If budget comes first, see our hybrid flooring from $33.99/m² or laminate flooring from $24.90/m².
- Oak can scratch and dent. It's softer than Australian hardwoods like Spotted Gum. Felt pads, mats and regular sweeping keep it looking good.
- It doesn't like standing water. Wipe up spills quickly and use a damp mop, never a wet one or a steam mop.
- Strong sun changes its colour over time. Curtains or UV film help where sun hits the floor.
The upside is a real oak floor that lasts: ours comes with a 25-year warranty for homes plus a lifetime structural warranty.
Engineered oak, laminate or hybrid: which is better?
Choose engineered oak for real wood: real grain, a warm feel underfoot and a top layer that can be sanded and refinished years from now. It suits living rooms, bedrooms and hallways.
Choose hybrid flooring for busy kitchens, big dogs, lots of spills and tighter budgets: it's 100% water resistant and starts at $33.99/m². Laminate starts at $24.90/m². Many homes use both. Compare them side by side: hybrid vs engineered timber and engineered timber vs laminate.
How long does engineered oak flooring last?
Looked after, decades. Ours comes with a 25-year warranty for homes, plus a lifetime structural warranty. When the surface wears, the 3mm oak top layer can usually be sanded and refinished. Ask a flooring specialist first.
Does engineered oak scratch easily?
Like any wood floor, it can scratch and dent. The UV lacquer is hardened at the factory to help with daily wear, and a few habits do the rest: felt pads under furniture, a mat at each door, pets' nails trimmed, and lifting heavy furniture instead of sliding it.
Small marks can be hidden with a stain pen in a matching colour. A deep dent is best fixed by replacing that plank, so keep a few spare boards.
How do I clean engineered oak, and what should I never use?
Sweep, or vacuum with a soft brush head, then wipe over with a damp (not wet) mop and a pH neutral wood floor cleaner. Wipe up spills straight away.
Never use a steam mop, wax, polish, bleach, vinegar, or soap, oil or ammonia based cleaners. Skip rubber-backed mats too: rubber can mark the floor. More in our guide to cleaning engineered timber.
Can engineered oak flooring float?
Yes. These planks can float on foam underlay, with PVA glue in the tongue and groove joints, or be glued straight down. On a slab, a moisture barrier goes down first. Glue them down if you have hydronic floor heating.
Kitchen islands and other heavy, fixed pieces go in first, and the floor is cut around them. Oak herringbone and chevron are always glued down.
Planks, herringbone or chevron: which should I choose?
Planks give long, calm lines and cost the least: $92.99/m². Oak herringbone ($103.99/m²) is the classic zigzag, and oak chevron (from $113.99/m²) a sharp V. All three are engineered oak. The patterns are always glued down and need more extra for cuts: about 15% for herringbone and up to 20% for chevron.
Colours differ between the three, so check each range for the one you like. See the patterns side by side on our parquetry flooring page.
Is Beige Ash an ash floor?
No. Beige Ash is a colour name. Every floor on this page is engineered oak, with real oak on top.
Can I see engineered oak before I buy?
Yes. Order up to 3 free samples and just cover shipping, or walk into our showroom at 2/12 Bimbil Street, Albion, in Brisbane, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. No appointment needed.
Real oak varies from plank to plank, so look at samples in your own light, by day and at night.
Still deciding?
Compare before you choose
Board build, plank size, sound ratings and price per m², two floors side by side.
Tinge Clay · 15.3mm engineered timber plank
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Get to know your floor
A straight plank layout
Tinge Clay oak grain and plank detail
Plank flooring lets the timber grain and colour lead the room's appearance. It creates long, repeating lines without the zigzag of herringbone or the V shapes of chevron. Compare the plank dimensions on each product page and consider how the proposed direction will meet hallways, doorways and adjoining rooms. Discuss the layout with your installer before deciding quantities.
Oak is the timber, engineered is the construction
Oak forms the real timber surface of these boards. Engineered describes the layered board beneath it, while 15mm is the overall thickness and 3mm is the veneer thickness. Colour names are separate again: Beige Ash is a colour name in this oak range, not a claim that the veneer is ash. Read each specification alongside the product name.
Build a colour shortlist
Use the current product photographs to compare options such as Light Neutral, Natural Limed, Pale Oak, Light Malt and Tinge Clay, along with Casper White and the grey colour names. Put your shortlist beside the finishes that are staying in the room, especially cabinetry and large furniture. The best comparison is between a few deliberate choices rather than every colour at once.
Compare another layout before committing
If you like oak but want the pattern to be more prominent, compare 15.3mm herringbone or 15.3mm chevron. If the species is still undecided, explore Australian hardwood. Check the exact product in each collection; colour names and availability should not be assumed to match across every layout.
See the finish in your own room
View samples in daylight and with your usual evening lighting. Compare the surface close up, then step back with photographs of several installed boards to judge the overall effect. Before ordering, confirm current pricing, box coverage, trims and the chosen product's installation requirements. Our flooring colour guide can help organise your shortlist.
Plan your plank flooring budget
View current product pricesYour total flooring cost includes the boards, installation, subfloor preparation and finishing materials. Compare current prices per m² on the products above. Flooring is ordered in full boxes, so check the selected product’s box coverage and ask your installer to confirm the area and cutting allowance. Include adhesive or underlay where specified, trims and delivery in your budget.
Use the flooring calculator to start measuring, read our delivery information, or ask the team about your project.
A little more know-how
More help choosing your plank floor
Compare materials, explore timber species and get a clearer picture before you choose.
See it in your own space
Find a colour you love, then compare samples at home. Need help narrowing it down? Talk to our team about your rooms and project.