Oak Laminate Flooring is laminate with an oak-look finish. The oak grain is a printed image under a clear wear layer, on a fibreboard core. It is not solid oak and contains no oak timber.
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Get the Best QuoteAppearance
- Tones. From pale and whitewashed oak to natural, smoked and dark oak.
- Texture. Some ranges have embossing that follows the printed grain for a more natural feel.
- Bevelled edges. A small groove at the board edges that makes each plank stand out.
Specifications to Compare
- AC rating for the room.
- Thickness.
- Board length and width.
- Water resistance, if needed.
Oak Laminate vs Real Oak
| Oak laminate | Solid or engineered oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Surface | Printed decor under a wear layer | Real timber |
| Sanding | Cannot be sanded | Can be sanded and refinished |
| Scratches | Hard wear layer resists everyday scratches | Softer surface, marks more easily |
| Price | Usually lower | Usually higher |
Installation Considerations
Oak laminate installs like any other laminate: on a flat, dry subfloor, over suitable underlay, with an expansion gap at the walls.
Oak Laminate Prices
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Laminate boards, supply only, per m² | R150 - R600 |
| Supply and install, per m² | R300 - R850 |
Prices JUST UPDATED. Ballpark figures, rounded, taken from rates published by South African flooring businesses and cost guides. They are not our prices or quotations, and no installer is bound by them. Most sources do not say whether VAT is included, so confirm VAT, underlay, trims, delivery and wastage on every quotation.
Sources:
- ServiceLink SA - laminate flooring installation guide with costs
- Procompare - laminate flooring price list and flooring cost guides
- Completo - flooring costs in South Africa
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Get the Best QuoteOak Laminate Flooring FAQs
Is oak laminate real wood?
No. It is an oak-look print on a fibreboard core, protected by a clear wear layer.
Can oak laminate be sanded?
No. Sanding removes the printed layer. Damaged boards are replaced.
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