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European Oak Solid Wood Flooring | Arboren · China Factory Direct · Since 2005
Product information
Why Choose Arboren Oak
Core Advantages
Every plank is milled from a single piece of European Quercus robur. No veneers, no MDF core — just 18mm of pure solid hardwood with the natural grain running fully through. Refinishable up to 5 times over its lifetime.
We manufacture everything in-house at our 40,000 m² facility in Shandong, China. No intermediaries, no markups — you buy directly from the source. MOQ from 500 m² with competitive ex-works and FOB pricing.
Our advanced kiln-drying process brings every batch to 6–8% EMC before machining, ensuring dimensional stability across climates from humid Southeast Asia to dry continental Europe and North America.
Choose from natural hardwax-oil (Osmo-compatible), UV-cured lacquer, brushed-oiled, or raw unfinished. Custom colour tints, wire-brushing, hand-scraping, and bevelled edges available on request.
Private label, custom dimensions, bespoke packaging, and co-branded cartons. Our in-house design team handles artwork. Minimum customisation order from 500 m². Perfect for distributors, retailers, and project developers.
Where It Performs
Application Scenarios
Technical Data
Product Specifications
| Species | European Oak (Quercus robur) |
| Construction | Solid wood, one-piece plank |
| Thickness | 18 mm (14 mm & 20 mm available) |
| Width | 90 / 120 / 150 / 180 / 200 mm |
| Length | 300–2400 mm (random / fixed available) |
| Surface Finish | UV Lacquer / Hardwax-Oil / Brushed-Oil / Raw |
| Moisture Content | 6 – 8 % (kiln-dried) |
| Density | 680 – 720 kg/m³ |
| Janka Hardness | 1,290 lbf |
| Installation | Nail-down / Glue-down / Float (15 mm) |
| Grade | Prime / Select / Natural / Rustic |
| Formaldehyde | E0 / CARB P2 compliant |
| Certification | FSC, CE, ISO 9001 |
| Packaging | Carton + stretch film, 1.8–2.5 m² / carton |
| MOQ | 500 m² |
Instructions
Processing & Installation Guide
Acclimatise Before Installation
Leave sealed cartons flat in the installation room for 48–72 hours. The space should be at final service temperature (18–22°C) and humidity (45–65% RH). Do not open cartons until the acclimatisation period is complete. Failure to acclimatise may cause cupping or gapping after installation.
Subfloor Requirements
Subfloor must be flat (±3 mm over 1.8 m), structurally sound, dry (concrete: ≤75% RH / ≤3.5% CM), and clean. Concrete subfloors require a DPC (damp-proof course) membrane. Underfloor heating systems must maintain surface temperature ≤27°C with a moisture content difference ≤1.5% across the board width.
Installation Methods
Nail-down (secret nail every 200–300 mm) on timber subfloor ≥18 mm. Full-spread glue-down on concrete using MS-polymer adhesive (D4 class). Floating installation only for our 15 mm profile with underlay. Always leave 10–15 mm expansion gap around all fixed perimeters. Do not glue across doorways between different rooms — use transition strips.
Post-Installation Care
Allow adhesive to cure 24 hours before foot traffic, 72 hours before furniture. For oil-finished floors: re-oil after 6–12 months initial use, then annually. Use pH-neutral cleaners only. For lacquered floors: clean with a lightly damp mop. Avoid steam cleaners, excessive water, and abrasive pads. Felt pads on all furniture legs are mandatory.
Site Cutting & Machining
Use fine-toothed carbide-tipped saw blades. Always cut face-down with circular saws to prevent surface tear-out. Seal all cut ends immediately with compatible wood end-grain sealer to prevent moisture ingress from exposed raw wood. Tongue-and-groove should be protected and not cut if possible.
Manufacturing Excellence
Arboren Factory Strength
Arboren is a vertically integrated solid wood flooring manufacturer based in China with over two decades of continuous production. Our Shandong facility houses the complete production chain — from raw timber intake and kiln drying through precision moulding, sanding, finishing, and packaging — under one roof, ensuring end-to-end quality control.
We supply directly to wholesalers, importers, property developers, and interior design firms in North America, Europe, Australia, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. Every shipment is backed by full material documentation, test reports, and third-party inspection.
Our quality management system is certified to ISO 9001:2015. All wood sourced from FSC-certified forests. Formaldehyde emissions comply with E0 (Europe) and CARB Phase 2 (USA). CE marking available for EU imports.
OEM and ODM clients benefit from dedicated account management, private-label design services, sample production within 7 days, and a standard production lead time of 25–35 days ex-factory.
Delivery & Service
Logistics & Support
Shipping & Terms
- EXW, FOB Qingdao / Shanghai
- CIF available upon request
- FCL 20' & 40' container loading
- LCL for smaller orders
- Air freight for samples & urgencies
- Lead time: 25–35 days (standard)
Quality Assurance
- Full batch QC inspection report
- Third-party pre-shipment inspection
- Moisture content certificate
- Formaldehyde test report (SGS)
- Photo & video of packaging
- Bill of lading & phytosanitary cert
After-Sales & Support
- Free samples (courier at buyer's cost)
- Technical installation support
- Dedicated export sales manager
- Claims handled within 7 business days
- 5-year manufacturing warranty
- Reorder batch colour matching
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
The standard MOQ is 500 m² per species and grade combination. For OEM / private label orders, the minimum is 1,000 m². Sample orders (1–5 m²) are available at sample price plus shipping. Contact arboren@arboren.com to request a formal quotation.
Yes. We produce custom widths (up to 220 mm), custom lengths (up to 3,000 mm), and custom thicknesses (14 mm, 18 mm, 20 mm, 22 mm). Custom mould setup may apply for non-standard tongue-and-groove profiles. Lead time for first custom production is typically 30–40 days.
Yes. We import raw European Oak logs and sawn timber from France, Germany, and Eastern Europe with full FSC chain-of-custody documentation. The milling and finishing takes place in our China factory, which is standard practice for the global hardwood flooring industry. Documentation available upon request.
Yes, with conditions. Our kiln-dried solid oak (6–8% MC) is suitable for UFH systems provided the surface temperature does not exceed 27°C and the system is brought up to temperature gradually (increase by 1°C per day). Wider planks (≥150 mm) should use glue-down installation with UFH. We recommend our 14–15 mm profile for UFH applications.
Standard production: 25–35 working days after receipt of deposit and confirmed order. Sea freight to European ports: 25–35 days. To US East Coast: 30–40 days. To Middle East: 18–25 days. Air freight is available for urgent samples (3–5 days, buyer's cost). We provide weekly production updates with photos.
Absolutely. OEM and ODM are core services at Arboren. We can produce flooring under your brand name with custom carton design, stamp, and documentation. We require written confirmation of your brand ownership. Minimum 1,000 m² for OEM. Your designs and brand assets are kept strictly confidential under NDA.
Standard terms: 30% T/T deposit to confirm order, 70% T/T balance against copy of Bill of Lading. For established long-term clients, L/C at sight is available. For first-time buyers, we also accept trade finance through trade assurance platforms. All prices quoted in USD ex-works or FOB.
