Our engineered hardwood flooring is made from sustainably-sourced European Oak, coloured with a UV oil with a matt lacquer finish, enhanced with an additional hybrid protective layer.

An engineered wood floor is a type of flooring that is made from real wood, but it differs from solid hardwood flooring in its construction. Engineered wood flooring is designed to provide the appearance and warmth of solid hardwood while offering increased stability and resistance to environmental factors like moisture and temperature changes.

Layered Construction: Engineered wood consists of multiple layers of wood. The top layer, known as the wear layer, is made of real hardwood. At Matt Britton our top layer is made of European oak providing the visual appeal and texture of natural wood.

Core Layers: Beneath the top hardwood layer, there are several core layers. These core layers are made of plywood. The core layers are often arranged in a crisscross or perpendicular pattern to enhance the floor’s stability and strength.

Enhanced Durability: The layered construction of engineered wood adds to its durability. It is less prone to warping, cupping, or expanding and contracting with changes in humidity and temperature compared to solid hardwood flooring. This makes it a suitable choice for areas with variable climate conditions.

Moisture Resistance: Engineered wood flooring is more resistant to moisture than solid hardwood. This feature makes it suitable for installation in spaces like kitchens and bathrooms, where solid hardwood might not be recommended.

Versatility: Engineered wood flooring is available in a wide range of colours and patterns of plank, herringbone and chevron. This diversity allows homeowners to choose a floor that matches their interior design preferences.

Ease of Installation: Our engineered flooring comes in a tongue-and-groove installation system, making it easier for DIY installations. It can be glued down or installed as a floating floor (not directly attached to the subfloor), depending on the specific product. At Matt Britton, we recommend a fully bonded installation, as it ensures maximum stability, reduces movement in the boards, and offers the most durable, long-lasting finish.

In summary, engineered wood flooring offers the aesthetic appeal of solid wood with added durability, stability, and moisture resistance due to its layered construction. It has become a popular choice for flooring in a variety of settings, offering a balance between the elegance of hardwood and the practicality of engineered design.

A Herringbone floor is made with small rectangular planks all cut to the same size. Each plank is laid out at a 90-degree angle from another, creating a broken zig-zag pattern that is prized for its asymmetry. A Herringbone floor has a great deal of visual movement and can help to make smaller spaces seem larger.

One of the most frequently asked questions! The difference is all in the zigzag, where Chevron patterns have a continuous zigzag design whereas the Herringbone pattern has a broken zigzag design.

Herringbone boards are available in a 100mm, 120mm and 152mm widths.

A wear layer is part of an engineered wooden floor. It is the top layer of the plank of flooring which is seen once installed giving it it’s authentic wood look. Matt Britton European and London Collection products are 15mm thick with a 4mm European oak top layer. The Original Collection products are 10mm thick with a 3mm European oak top layer.

Yes! Our engineered floors are compatible with underfloor heating but please check with your system manufacturer before installation (fully bonded installation recommended).

The grading of a wood floor refers to the natural appearance and characteristics of the wood — such as colour variation, grain pattern, and the presence of knots.

For example, a Prime Grade floor has a clean, uniform look with minimal knots or colour variation, while Rustic or Natural Grades feature more knots, grain movement, and tonal variation for a more characterful, natural appearance. Our European and London Collections are available in both Prime and Natural grades.
Grading doesn’t affect the quality or durability of the wood — only its visual style.

You can order up to 3 free samples of hardwood and/or carpet.

Samples are designed to give you an idea of colour; however, please note that they may not be an exact match, as colours can vary slightly due to a number of factors. Each piece of wood is unique in its grain and tone, and therefore cannot be fully representative of a finished installation.

We don’t typically send samples to the UK, except in exceptional cases where a client has a property in Ireland that they’re sourcing flooring for.

Yes, our engineered flooring is sourced from FSC® or PEFC™ certified suppliers, ensuring traceable and responsibly managed forestry practices.

All our coatings and adhesives comply with low-VOC or zero-VOC standards, contributing to healthier indoor environments.

Yes, our floors are certified Gold for Indoor Air Comfort (IAC), an innovative certification demonstrating compliance with low-VOC (volatile organic compound) emission requirements established in Europe.

The Indoor Air Comfort Gold certification also confirms that our products meet the strictest emission standards required by leading eco-labels and quality marks across the EU.