The HydroPro European Oak Timber engineered flooring is one of the finest and most robustly-constructed engineered timber floors available in Australia. HydroPro European Oak features a layer of authentic select-grade oakwood timber that offers unmatched water resistance. It offers designer-class European Oak, where each timber board has been carefully graded and selected, with a 100% waterproof and highly stable core.
The HydroPro Oakcraft European Oak floor features a dark sandy tone mixed with a paler white oak grain. It’s neutral colour tones are stylish, modern and highly popular in modern Australian homes.
Planks Per Box: 4
Box Coverage Area: 1.444
Box Weight: 26
Profile: V GrooveUnilin
Finish: Matte / Woodgrain
Warranty: 30 Years Structural
Coatings: 9 Layers of EverGuard® UV & Stain Protect
Installation Method: Floating Floor & Glue Down
Plank Size: 1890/1900 x 190 x 15/3mm
How to DIY This Floor?
The easiest DIY floors are floating floors like this one! They click lock together and don’t need glue or nails - they're super easy to install and if you make a mistake, you can simply un-click them and redo it. Floating floors include laminate floors, hybrid floors, bamboo floors and even engineered timber (if you are after real wood).
What tools do I need to DIY this type of floor?
The most important tools are:
Drop Saw and / or Table Saw - to cut the floorboards and are available for $150 at most hardware stores, or you can borrow one.
Ruler or Set Square - to measure how much you need to cut for the end planks near the walls.
Pencil & Eraser - to draw the cutting lines when you reach the last planks of each row.
Other “nice-to-haves” include a DIY Flooring Kit (available at Floor venue), spirit levels, tape measures, safety equipment, and work gloves.
Pro installation tips
Floor Levelling - the subfloor refers to what you intend to lay the flooring directly over and is often concrete slabs, plywood, yellow tongue or even existing floorboards. Proper subfloor preparation is very important and you should:
Clean the subfloor
Check subfloor evenness (to prevent creaking and long-term joint damage)
Underlay - is typically a soft rubber or foam material that goes underneath the floor and provides noise protection. If you live in an apartment block, your strata may have acoustic underlay requirements that you must confirm before a project.
Expansion Gaps - between the floor and the walls to allow for natural expansion and shrinkage due to temperature and moisture changes. Consider:
Plank Width - wider planks have more expansion and should be given a slightly bigger expansion gap within the range below.
Environmental Moisture - if relative humidity is high, we recommend increasing the expansion gap size.
HydroPro European Oak Engineered Hardwood Flooring Flooring FAQs
HydroPro European Oak Timber stands out for several reasons:
Superior Construction: It’s known as one of the finest and most robustly-constructed engineered timber floors in Australia. This translates to exceptional durability and lasting performance.
Unmatched Water Resistance: A unique feature of HydroPro is its layer of authentic oakwood with unmatched water resistance. This makes it perfect for areas prone to moisture, like kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms.
Designer Look & Feel: HydroPro boasts designer-class European Oak. Each board is carefully graded and selected for a beautiful, consistent appearance.
Yes, HydroPro uses a real wood veneer made from select-grade European Oak. However, it’s classified as engineered timber flooring because it combines the real wood top layer with a highly stable core for improved performance compared to solid wood planks.
Thanks to its water resistance and robust construction, HydroPro is a versatile flooring option. It’s suitable for various residential and commercial settings, including high-traffic areas and moisture-prone rooms.
