Timber embodies a natural beauty, offering a sense of familiarity and warmth that has made it a staple in homes for centuries.
Every piece of timber tells a story – its age, height, health and a myriad of other factors echo through the material emerging as knots, sapwood, heartwood, and more. These fundamental features give oak timber its rich character and beautiful versatility while also contributing to its inherent strength and durability.
As a leading producer of solid engineered oak flooring, Tongue & Groove is renowned for honouring the inherent beauty and characteristics of European oak.
Organising their boards into three grades: Natural, Classic and Prime, each with a different level of natural character, Tongue & Groove provides designers with the creative freedom to enrich fit-outs with specific aesthetics — whether the brief calls for a clean modern finish or a richly textured surface.
Designed to bring a sense of control and ease to selecting the perfect floor aesthetic, the Tongue & Groove grading system isn’t a measure of quality, stability or structure. Rather, it’s a visual guide used to categorise the prevalence of these natural features that are a testament to the life and journey of the tree from which the timber is sourced.
Tongue & Groove’s grading system is uniquely tailored to offer a higher standard and reflects the superior quality of timber sourced across all grades. Their oak is responsibly sourced from plantations throughout Europe that practise sustainable forestry and are certified according to the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) Chain of Custody Standards.
Natural, vibrant and characterful
Defined by the organic essence of European oak, Natural grade range offers richly textured grain and a considered balance of knots that imbue an interior with a characterful natural beauty. These boards are derived from the majority of the tree, making them more readily available while still being a product of the highest quality.
Classic, balanced and versatile
The Classic grade is a versatile finish with fewer knots than the Natural grade while retaining the naturally dynamic grain that gives European oak its distinctive appeal. It brings a natural elegance and tactile yet refined quality to interiors, making it a popular choice for a wide range of design styles.
Prime, clean and sophisticated
Prime grade features a refined finish with minimal knots bringing a clean and minimalist look that is well suited to contemporary interiors. This grade is considered premium as only five per cent of the tree meets this stringent criteria, making it a scarce and precious resource.
What truly sets Tongue & Groove apart is the unprecedented choice and ability to select across a range of Grades, Finishes, Colours and Formats, enabling designers to create consistently beautiful interiors.
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