Traditional Solid Timber Flooring
Premium Solid Timber Flooring
Solid timber flooring remains one of the most durable, natural and timeless flooring choices available. With its warmth, strength and ability to be sanded and refinished over time, a solid timber floor can serve a home or commercial space for generations.
At NS Timber Flooring, we supply and install a wide range of solid timber flooring options, including Australian hardwoods and selected imported timbers. Whether you are building, renovating, restoring or updating an existing floor, our team can help you choose the right timber species, board size, grade and finish for your project.
Features & Benefits
Solid timber flooring provides a long-lasting and beautiful appearance. It can be sanded and finished as the years go by; so longevity is built into the product. Below are just some of the key features and benefits of a solid timber floor.
- Largest range of timber species available
- Natural timber flooring with unique grain, colour and character
- Long-lasting and hard-wearing flooring option
- Can be sanded and refinished over time
- Can be re-stained to update or change the look of the floor
- Suitable for both residential and commercial spaces
- Easy to clean and maintain
- Hypo-allergenic flooring option
- Renewable and natural material
- Flexible installation options depending on the site and timber selected
- Can be installed over existing timber floors, sheet flooring or battens on concrete
- Available in a range of grades, from cleaner premium grades through to rustic feature grades
Why Choose Solid Timber Flooring
Solid timber flooring offers a level of natural beauty and durability that is hard to match. Each board has its own grain, colour variation and character, giving every floor a unique finish.
Unlike many other flooring types, solid timber can be sanded and refinished over time. This allows the floor to be refreshed, repaired, re-stained or updated as your style changes. For high-traffic homes, commercial spaces and long-term renovations, this makes solid timber a practical investment as well as a beautiful design choice.
Solid timber flooring is also a low-maintenance and hypo-allergenic option, as it does not trap fibres in the same way as carpet. This can make it a suitable choice for families, children, older residents and those with asthma or allergies.
Specifications
- Board sizing: 80mm, 130mm, 180mm
- Board length: Random lengths
- Durability: Species specific
- Surface durability: Very durable, depending on species
- Grades: Select / Premium / Prestige, Standard / Feature, Rustic / Heavy Feature
- Wear layer: 6mm
- Able to be sanded: Yes
- Fixing methods: Secret fixed or top fixed, depending on species
- Installation sub-floor: Existing timber, sheet floors or battens on concrete
- Availability: Board sizing, fixing methods and availability may vary depending on the timber species selected
Timber species
Solid timber flooring is available in a large range of Australian and imported hardwood timbers.
Choosing a timber species is largely an aesthetic decision, but it also affects hardness, colour variation, grain pattern and general character. Some species have subtle, consistent tones, while others show stronger colour variation and natural features.
Available species may include:
- American Oak
- Blackbutt
- Brush Box
- French Oak
- Grey Ironbark
- Red Ironbark
- New England Blackbutt
- Roasted Cayenne
- Roasted Peat
- Silvertop Stringybark
- NSW Spotted Gum
- QLD Spotted Gum
- Sydney Blue Gum
- Tallowwood
- Tasmanian Oak
- Turpentine
- White Mahogany
- White Stringybark
Board size availability differs between species. Some timbers are available in traditional solid sizes, while others may also be available as overlay or thermally enhanced options. Our team can guide you through the best species, size and grade for your space.
| Species (common name) | 80x19 | 130x19 | 180x21 | 83x14 | 130x14 | 180x14 | 83x12 | Thermally Enhanced |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Oak | o | o | ||||||
| Blackbutt | o | o | o | o | o | |||
| Brush Box | o | o | o | o | o | o | ||
| French Oak | o | |||||||
| Ironbark (Grey & Red) | o | o | o | o | o | o | ||
| New England Blackbutt | o | o | o | |||||
| Roasted Cayenne | o | o | o | |||||
| Roasted Peat | o | o | o | |||||
| Rose Gum | o | o | ||||||
| Silvertop Stringybark | o | o | o | o | ||||
| Spotted Gum NSW | o | o | o | o | o | o | o | |
| Spotted Gum QLD | o | o | o | o | o | |||
| Sydney Blue Gum | o | o | o | o | o | o | ||
| Tallowwood | o | o | o | o | o | |||
| Tasmanian Oak | (85x19) | (133x19) | (133x12) | (85x12) | ||||
| Turpentine | o | o | o | o | o | |||
| White Mahogany | o | o | ||||||
| White Stringybark | o | o |
Board Width & Grades
Choosing the right board size and grade
Board width and grade can make a significant difference to the look of your floor.
Narrower boards often suit traditional homes, detailed layouts and classic Queenslander-style properties. Wider boards can create a more modern, open feel and are popular in contemporary homes and larger spaces.
Timber grade also affects the finished look. Select grades provide a cleaner, more consistent appearance, while feature and rustic grades include more natural markings, colour variation and character.
Sustainable Flooring
At NS Timber Flooring, we prioritise responsible environmental practices by sourcing timber from managed forests. These forests operate under strict regulations designed to maintain ecological balance and encourage biodiversity. Our suppliers adhere to sustainable harvesting methods and reforestation initiatives, ensuring that the natural beauty of Australian hardwoods remains available for generations to come.
Common Questions - Solid Timber Flooring
What is solid timber flooring?
Solid timber flooring is made from real timber boards, rather than engineered or laminate materials. Each board is cut from natural timber, giving the floor genuine character, grain variation and long-term durability.
Can solid timber flooring be sanded and refinished?
Yes. One of the main benefits of solid timber flooring is that it can be sanded and refinished over time. This allows the floor to be refreshed, repaired or re-stained as styles and needs change.
Is solid timber flooring suitable for high-traffic areas?
Yes. Solid timber flooring is a hard-wearing option and can be suitable for busy homes and commercial spaces when the correct timber species, grade, installation method and finish are selected.
What timber species are available?
Solid timber flooring is available in a wide range of Australian and imported timber species, including popular options such as Blackbutt, Spotted Gum, Brush Box, Ironbark, Tasmanian Oak and American Oak. Availability can vary depending on board size and supply.
Is the timber sustainably sourced?
Yes. Our timber is supplied from managed forests under strict regulations aimed at preserving ecological balance and promoting reforestation.
Can Solid Timber Flooring be sanded and stained?
Solid timber flooring may be installed over battens on concrete, depending on the site conditions and the timber product selected. It is important to assess the sub-floor, moisture levels and installation requirements before work begins.
Can solid timber flooring be installed over concrete?
Boards are secret fixed over a clean, flat subfloor, such as existing timber, sheet flooring, or plywood on concrete. Correct subfloor preparation is essential to ensure a stable, long-lasting floor.