DESIGN WITHOUT LIMITS
​
Interconnected Balance - Everything in nature is interconnected. As time passes, eras of life begin and end, and the repetition continues. National Flooring Solutions draws on the connectivity of nature and humankind, merging unexpected combinations of patterns and floor coverings into a cohesive, balanced story. Each design is influenced by the transformation of earthly materials into textiles and mosaics from the energy of the artisan touch.
From looks inspired by the natural beauty of wood and the character of stone or colour cement floors, to distinct woven textile visuals, achieve your design intent at the precise performance level required.
Use your floor space together or independently to create a unique space.
VINYL FLOORING
Vinyl Flooring is made of PolyVinyl Chloride (PVC), a form of plastic, therefore it is 100% waterproof and heat-resistant
Why Vinyl flooring?
​
​
-
Vinyl flooring can be fully sealed for laboratories, restaurants and medical centres
-
Vinyl flooring is more soft and springy than hybrid and laminate flooring
-
Scratch, stain, and scuff resistance for floors that look newer, longer
-
Modular flexibility, including large format shapes and sizes
-
Easy to create unique designs and patterns with a broad palette of coordinated colours
-
Bring realism to every design with high fidelity printing techniques and proprietary embossing methods
-
Durable, long-lasting performance – withstands heavy foot and rolling load traffic
-
Easy maintenance – less cleaning time and disruption
-
Affordability, and durability are factors that make vinyl flooring better than laminate
-
Vinyl is entirely synthetic, whereas laminate contains some natural materials.
You get three different kind of Vinyl Flooring – Hybrid or Vinyl Plank Flooring and
the Old Fashion Roll
​
Think of hybrid flooring as a newer generation of vinyl flooring that combines the best of laminate flooring with vinyl flooring.
Hybrid Flooring
-
Hybrid flooring is affordable
-
Hybrid flooring is made of Stone Plastic Composites (SPC) or Wood Plastic Composites (WPC)
-
Hybrid flooring is 100% waterproof
-
Hybrid flooring is very durable
Vinyl Plank Flooring
-
Laminate flooring is the most affordable flooring type
-
Laminate flooring is made of High Density Fibreboards (HDF)
which is fused wood. -
Laminate flooring is often water resistant (Not waterproof)
-
Laminate flooring is the most scratch and dent resistant flooring
Sheet Vinyl
-
It is the old-fashioned, patterned vinyl flooring
-
Inexpensive and super durable
-
100% waterproof
-
It comes in large sheets that are cut to fit your space, and then glued down.
LUXURY VINYL TILE
Open the door to new possibilities in commercial flooring with Luxury Vinyl Tile.
Available in an array of modular shapes, sizes, and designs, the collections available in the market unlock unlimited creative design combinations and offer maximum coordination across the full portfolio of products.
What is the difference between Laminated and Wooden Floors?
​
Laminate floors are the most scratch and dent resistant flooring option in the market, which makes them the winner. However, the top layers have a photographic image of wood which is deceitful as it is not real, it has a plastic layer which is easier to clean. Once the surface layer is worn, it cannot be refinished, the floor will have to be replaced. This is making the lifespan on Laminated Flooring about 10 years.
​
Engineered Flooring is essentially made of natural hardwood or oak wood on the surface which makes them softer than the synthetic Laminated Flooring. Wooden Floors are a more superior product in this category as the plank’s surface layers are genuine wood. This is making the lifespan on Engineered Flooring around 30 years. Engineered Flooring can be sanded and refinished multiple times.
​
Both floors include their abilities to retain an authentic timber look and feel.
National Flooring Solutions only make use of the best guaranteed products in the market and all wooden or laminated products are imported from Europe, whereas carpets and other coverings are from the original manufactured countries that has high standard quality products.
Most products are UV resistant and 100% waterproof.
​
WOODEN FLOORING
When it comes to choosing hardwood floors, you’ve got two main categories to consider: Solid Wood and Engineered Wood.
Engineered wood strips is less susceptible to warping than solid wood, you can find it in planks all the way up to 300mm wide or more.
​
These days, most of the best hardwood floor brands sell both solid and engineered wood, so you’ve got no shortage of options. Almost all types of wood flooring come in both solid and engineered varieties — most people can’t differentiate between the two.
​
Each product has its pros and cons. Engineered flooring is occasionally (mistakenly) referred to as “fake wood flooring”, but there’s nothing fake about it. Solid and engineered are just different types of wood flooring.
SOLID WOOD FLOORING
A wood’s species refers to the type of tree it comes from. The look and feel of a hardwood floor is largely determined by its species, and there are dozens of species to choose from—ranging from domestics like oak and walnut to exotic imports like mahogany and teak.
National Flooring Solutions make use of the Janka scale to measure the hardness of different types of wood flooring. Essentially, it’s the universal guide to a wood floor’s resistance to denting and wear. Technically speaking, the Janka scale measures pounds of force needed to push a steel ball halfway through a piece of wood.
The more pounds of force needed, the harder the wood. A super soft wood has a Janka rating of 70. Maple, on the other hand, has a Janka rating of 1450
Most popular wood species for flooring and their Janka ratings.
OAK FLOORING
Oak is by far the most popular species for hardwood flooring. Most domestic oak flooring is one of two types: red oak or white oak.
​
-
Red Oak is the warmer of the two. It produces floors with pinkish, red, or rust undertones, and has a good amount of grain variation and charact
-
White Oak tends to have cooler, grey-green undertones and a smoother, more uniform grain appearance, but with less character and variation than red oak.
ASH FLOORING
If you’re looking for contemporary wood flooring types, you couldn’t do better than opting for Ash Flooring. Ash boasts an excellent Janka rating (1320). Plus, its light grain works super well in modern designs. And, it’s known for its ability to take a stain—meaning you can customize it to your liking.
WALNUT FLOORING
Although it’s one of the softer hardwood flooring options (with a Janka rating of 1010), walnut boasts a rich, chocolate-brown colour and beautifully detailed graining. If you’re looking for something that feels luxurious, it’s a great option. This is an American walnut and not Brazilian. While they might look similar, they’re entirely different types of wood flooring (with different pros and cons).
MAPLE FLOORING
Maple flooring is second only to oak in terms of popularity. Ranging from pale, creamy white to light, reddish-brown, maple floors are beloved for their fine, subdued grain.
Maple can be difficult to stain (but it does take neutral finishes well). It’s also one of the harder domestic species, with a Janka rating of 1450—so it’s a good hardwood floor for dogs and kids.
HICKORY FLOORING
If you’re looking for a hardwood floor with a ton of character, Hickory might be the right flooring choice for you. The grain is complex and varied, so it’s best displayed in long, wide planks. Like oak and maple, hickory scores high on the Janka scale with a rating of 1820. Hickory flooring is the hardest domestic wood species there is and a fantastic choice.
MAHOGANY FLOORING
Mahogany is considered an “exotic” wood and can be a bit pricier than its domestic counterparts. It is loved for its warmth, richness, and beautiful wavy grain. If you ask us, mahogany feels like old-fashioned wealth, and beautiful leather chairs, almost grandfatherly advice, … well, you get the idea. Genuine mahogany (not “Santos Mahogany”) has a ridiculously high Janka rating of 2697.
Again, genuine mahogany and Santos mahogany are two distinct types of wood flooring, just like American walnut and Brazilian walnut.
TEAK FLOORING
Another exotic wood, teak is full of natural oils that make it shine, even with minimal finish. Also on the pricey side, but its warmth and radiance make it a perennial favourite. It has a high Janka rating too (2330), so it’s another good choice for houses with kids or pets.
PINE FLOORING
Another exotic wood, teak is full of natural oils that make it shine, even with minimal finish. Also on the pricey side, but its warmth and radiance make it a perennial favourite. It has a high Janka rating too (2330), so it’s another good choice for houses with kids or pets.
CORK FLOORING
Cultivated from tree bark (rather than wood), cork flooring is one of the most sustainable flooring options around. Soft and comfortable underfoot, it also has great insulation and acoustic properties. Plus, it’s great for people with joint issues because it’s so springy. And all of the best cork flooring products are anti-microbial— perfect for people with allergies. Most of the disadvantages of cork flooring boil down to the material’s softness. It is more susceptible to denting and scratching. It’s also susceptible to moisture and humidity, which can cause warping or curling in certain climates. And that susceptibility means it also needs to be sealed more often than other types of wood flooring, which can be a hassle.
Pro tip: some of the cork flooring Lowe’s and Home Depot sells is not actually made of cork. Be careful buying from box stores!
BAMBOO FLOORING
Bamboo can grow to maturity in as little as three to five years, an amazingly eco-friendly material. The best bamboo flooring can be compared to oak, with Janka ratings between 1600 and 1900. Strand-woven bamboo floors can have Janka ratings of 3000 or higher. That is seriously strong!
These days, most of the hardwood available at retail, especially
Engineered Hardwood comes prefinished.
Herringbone Parquet:
This posh pattern has been around since Roman times, and you might recognize it from every fancy building you’ve ever been in. It’s gorgeous, it’s timeless, and it’s classy.
Chevron Parquet:
Sometimes mistaken for herringbone, chevron parquet is a bit of a modern take on the classic. Just remember: while herringbone can be achieved with standard rectangular wood planks, chevron planks need to be cut to shape.
Mixed-Width:
Sometimes mistaken for herringbone, chevron parquet is a bit of a modern take on the classic. Just remember: while herringbone can be achieved with standard rectangular wood planks, chevron planks need to be cut to shape.
Horizontal / Diagonal Strip:
When referring to “horizontal strip” designs, we’re talking about the basic way 99% of people install hardwood planks. Diagonal strip is installed the same way but oriented towards the corner of a room, rather than the top, bottom, or sides. This gives the illusion of open space, and is great for opening up small rooms.
Solid Wood Advantages
Solid wood can be refinished again and again
Because they’re made of solid wood all the way through, solid hardwood floors can be sanded and refinished over and over again. Seriously; if you take care of a solid wood floor properly, it can last a lifetime.
​
Solid wood feels amazing to walk on
There is nothing like the real thing when it comes to solid hardwood floors. While engineered wood is great, solid wood just has that feels good to walk on.
​
Solid wood offers a ton of customization options
You have tons of options to choose from when you’re picking out a solid wood floor, from the species (aka the tree it comes from), to the cut pattern, even to the way it’s finished.
Disadvantages
Solid wood hates water and humidity
Because its grain runs throughout the width of the plank, solid wood is prone to warping and swelling—so it should never be installed anywhere it’s going to come into contact with humidity, moisture, rising damp, or extreme changes in temperature. That includes: Kitchens, Bathrooms, anywhere below ground and above underfloor heating systems
​
It is very costly some types are more than solid planks
It’s worth noting that some wood flooring types will cost more than solid planks. This is because solid planks use more “high-quality” (veneer) wood than engineered planks do. With that in mind, as anyone who’s seen what kids and/or dogs can do to hardwood floors will agree, solid wood may not the best option for super-active homes (though it heavily depends on the wood and finish).
​
Solid wood needs a lot of care
It needs care even after it is installed. It also needs extra cleaning, however, National Flooring Solutions will insist on an Industrial Polyurethane Coating to avoid most of the wooden flooring problems. Before Installation, we shall leave the wood in its future home to acclimate the material beforehand which may frustrate the Clients a little.
Knowing the Installation of wooden floors
Solid wood is solid throughout as seen on the planks of solid wood. It usually has to be
nailed or stapled to a subfloor, or glued to a specialised underlayment. It is not available as a floating floor.
We do not recommend a DIY on Solid Wooden Floors.
Engineered Wood Advantages
Engineered wood is less sensitive to changes in temperature and humidity
Engineered wood is made of a rigid HDF or plywood base covered with a thin veneer of natural wood. This construction makes it less susceptible to changes in temperature and humidity than solid wood. Most durable wood flooring choices are made of engineered wood, since it doesn’t warp as easily.
​
Engineered wood is possible to be installed at most places
Because engineered wood is less sensitive to environmental changes, it can be installed in places where solid hardwood
can’t go (a real game-changer).
Want walnut floors in your kitchen? Engineered wood. Bamboo in your basement? Engineered wood. Rich mahogany in your master bath? You already know it—engineered is the way to go.
​
Engineered wood can be cheaper too
If you want to put in exotic wood floors on a reasonable budget, engineered wood can be a great option. That’s because it uses less of the exotic hardwood species than solid wood does, the veneered layer.
​
Engineered water-resistant wood flooring options
There are some Engineered water-resistant product and/or composite products. Very few solid wood floors have
water-resistant qualities
Disadvantages
It cannot be refinished indefinitely
Engineered wood is just as susceptible to scratches, gouges, and dents as solid wood flooring as the top layer is solid wood. E ngineered wood only has a thin veneer layer, it can’t be sanded and refinished as many times as solid wood can (and sometimes not at all, depending on the product). Even the best engineered wood flooring options can only be refinished a couple of times at most. It is not the best flooring option if you have lots of traffic or dogs
​
Engineered wood isn’t waterproof
Engineered wood flooring is not waterproof, although it is a better option than solid wood for kitchens and bathrooms, but it is not 100% waterproof. A hardwood, like vinyl plank or laminated floors in the hybrids range would be a better option
​
Engineered wood isn’t always the cheaper option
While it can definitely make wood species more affordable, engineered wood isn’t always cheaper than solid. In fact, when it comes to domestic wood flooring types like oak, the price is generally comparable.
Fewer choices are available in engineered wood
Does not mean that engineered wood is not versatile, there are fewer choices due to the cut patterns.
Knowing the Installation of Engineered Wooden floors
Engineered wood has the veneer layer and deep click-together grooves. Engineered wood is super versatile when it comes to installation. You can nail or glue it to a subfloor, install it as a floating floor using click-lock planks, or even loose-lay it. Floating floors clicks together and rests on your subfloor, rather than being attached to it.
​
Floating surfaces are cheaper and easier to install which makes them extremely popular these days
