Description
A dependable standard in flooring — engineered European Oak, 2mm veneer. That’s the character behind Empire, from Sunstar’s Oak Classics range, with dark tones and an industrial feel.
A European Oak timber board, 14mm thick, with a light brush matte finish and Droplock installation. It’s made by Sunstar Flooring, who supply the Oak Classics range through Multifors.
Behind the colour and finish, HW006 Empire’s real numbers are what determine how it holds up in daily use — a 2mm wear layer, a 5 Star acoustic rating and P3 slip resistance together give a genuine read on performance rather than just first impressions. Underneath, it’s built on a Multi-Ply Engineered Core core with UV Cured surface protection, a combination that’s what keeps a floor like this performing consistently from the first box to the last rather than varying noticeably across a larger room. Each box covers 2.166 m² across 6 planks | 30% nested lengths, making it straightforward to work out how many boxes a given room actually needs once its area is measured.
Technical Specifications
| Thickness | 14mm |
|---|---|
| Board Dimensions | 190×1900 |
| Wear Layer | 2mm |
| Finish | Light Brush Matte |
| Species | European Oak |
| Core Construction | Multi-Ply Engineered Core |
| Surface Coating | UV Cured |
| Installation Method | Droplock |
| Acoustic Rating | 5 Star |
| Fire Rating | Certificates Available |
| Slip Rating | P3 |
| Coverage per Box | 2.166 m² |
| Planks per Box | 6 Planks | 30% Nested Lengths |
Where to Use
- Residential living areas, bedrooms and hallways
- Anywhere suited to a Droplock installation
- Industrial-styled interiors, especially in dark colour schemes
How to Install
Installation should be completed by suitably qualified trades and must adhere to any relevant NCC & building requirements.
- Gradual Heating — Increase temperature by a maximum of 2°C per day. Maintain a constant temperature once running, with variations of no more than 2°C per day.
- Floor Movement — Minor movement, cupping, or surface splits may occur and are not considered faults.
- Confirm Suitability — Check with heating system supplier for suitability of floor coverings; the product warranty does not cover improper installations.
- Adhesive Requirements — For direct stick installations, follow adhesive supplier guidelines.
Full installation instructions available as a downloadable PDF above.
Care & Maintenance
Recommend you take your shoes off and enjoy the floor under your feet, this will help keep the surface clean. (Always remove shoes with spikes and sharp heels)
Always keep the floor dry, spills should be immediately cleaned up to prevent the timber absorbing moisture and distorting. Oil, food, drinks, and other household spills including pet accidents should also be cleaned up and wiped clean with a damp cloth to ensure staining does not occur.
Regular (aim for daily) sweeping with a soft broom and vacuuming will keep the floor free of debris preventing build up in the joins and grain where exposed. When vacuuming ensuring the head of the vacuum has felt on the underside, let’s not scratch a floor while aiming to look after it.
Full care guide available as a downloadable PDF above.
Warranty
- 20 years residential
- 5 years commercial
- Lifetime structural
