Timber flooring is a long-term investment. The average hardwood floor lasts 25 to 80 years depending on species, grade, and maintenance. But most flooring complaints in Melbourne come down to three things: wrong species for the environment, poor subfloor prep, and skipping acclimatisation.
Melbourne homes lose value when flooring fails early. The wrong timber species, wrong grade, or wrong installation method costs more in repairs than the original floor. FTC stocks timber flooring sourced to Australian standards — graded, tested, and suited to Melbourne’s climate.
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Alpine Glow Oak Flooring infuses Australian interiors with the warm, rich tones of premium oak, offering timeless elegance and natural character. Its brushed texture and satin finish, protected with seven layers of UV cured lacquer over a 3mm timber veneer, ensure durability, longevity, and a high-quality appearance. The plank option (190mm x 1900mm) creates a…
Alpine Glow Herringbone Flooring combines the natural warmth of premium oak with a timeless herringbone pattern, creating elegance and sophistication in any Australian interior. Each 127mm x 600mm plank features a brushed texture and satin finish, enhanced with seven layers of UV cured lacquer over a 3mm timber veneer for long-lasting durability and a refined,…
Amber Fields Timber Flooring showcases warm golden tones inspired by sunlit landscapes, bringing comfort and natural elegance into Australian homes. Its brushed surface enhances the authentic timber grain, while the satin finish with seven layers of UV cured lacquer provides superior protection and long-lasting durability. With wide 190mm planks and extended 1900mm board lengths, Amber…
Amber Fields Herringbone Flooring combines the timeless charm of herringbone patterns with the warm, golden tones of premium timber, creating a sophisticated and inviting look for Australian interiors. Its brushed texture and satin finish, reinforced with seven layers of UV cured lacquer, ensure durability and a refined, high-quality appearance. Designed with a tongue-and-groove profile, Amber…
Amber Haze Timber Flooring features rich, warm undertones that create an inviting and comfortable atmosphere in any interior. Its brushed texture highlights the natural grain detail, while the satin finish — strengthened with seven layers of UV cured lacquer — ensures lasting protection and a refined, low-sheen appearance. The generous 190mm wide planks and 1900mm…
Amber Haze Herringbone Flooring combines the rich, warm tones of premium timber with the elegance of a classic herringbone pattern, creating a sophisticated and inviting atmosphere in Australian interiors. Its brushed texture and satin finish, reinforced with seven layers of UV cured lacquer, provide lasting durability and a refined, high-quality look. Designed with a tongue-and-groove…
Ashen Glow is a contemporary light grey oak flooring solution designed for bright, minimalist, and modern interiors. Its soft ash-toned palette creates a calm, airy foundation that complements neutral colour schemes, Scandinavian styling, and open-plan living spaces. The wide 190mm planks enhance visual continuity, helping rooms feel larger and more cohesive. Crafted in Natural Grade…
Autumn Gold is a warm-toned engineered timber floor inspired by the richness of natural golden oak. Its inviting hues bring depth and character to interiors, making it ideal for heritage-inspired homes, contemporary spaces seeking warmth, and high-end residential projects across Australia. The generous 190mm wide boards enhance visual continuity, creating a spacious and cohesive look…
Blue Mist is a contemporary wide plank timber flooring solution designed to create light, open interiors with a calm architectural feel. The generous 190mm board width enhances spatial flow, making it an excellent choice for open-plan living areas, coastal homes, and modern residential builds. Its brushed texture subtly highlights the natural grain detail, adding depth…
Caramel Nut is a character-filled engineered timber floor designed for interiors that embrace warmth, texture, and organic variation. Featuring deeper caramel tones and distinctive natural grain movement, it adds richness and authenticity to both contemporary and traditional Australian homes. Crafted in a generous 190mm wide board format, Caramel Nut enhances visual continuity while showcasing the…
Solid timber expands and contracts with humidity. Engineered timber has a hardwood veneer bonded to a plywood or HDF core — this reduces movement by up to 50% compared to solid boards.
For Melbourne homes with hydronic heating, concrete slabs, or high humidity zones like bathrooms adjacent to living areas — engineered is the more stable choice.
Melbourne records temperature swings of up to 40°C in a single week. Relative humidity averages 57% annually but spikes in winter. Solid 19mm boards can move 2–3mm across a 3.6m room under these conditions. Engineered boards at the same width move less than 1mm under the same conditions.
Select Grade has minimal knots and consistent colour. Standard Grade allows minor gum veins and small knots. Feature Grade includes heavy gum veins, knots, and colour variation — this is the most characterful and often the most affordable option.
Ask for the grading specification sheet. Check if grading follows AS/NZS 1748.1. Compare the defect allowances against what you can see in samples. Do not buy on photos alone — visit FTC’s Melbourne showroom to see boards in person.
Check for embedded nails, bolt holes, and previous paint or treatment. Reclaimed boards may need more preparation before installation. Moisture content must still be tested and acclimatised before laying.
Hydrowood recovers timber submerged in reservoirs — typically during dam construction decades ago. The anaerobic environment preserves the timber in near-original condition. It is available in limited volumes and suited for feature flooring applications.
Urban Salvage sources reclaimed timber from Melbourne’s Victorian-era buildings. Ironbark, Messmate, and Merbau recovered from these buildings carry history and density that new-growth timber rarely matches. FTC can advise on sourcing for heritage restoration projects.
Standard stair tread thickness is 42mm for residential applications. Spotted Gum, Blackbutt, and Vic Ash are the most common species. Treads can be supplied pre-finished or unfinished. Nosing profiles must comply with AS 1428.1 for accessible design in commercial settings.
AS 1530.4 covers fire resistance levels for building elements. For enclosed stair cavities in Class 2–9 buildings, lining materials must meet specific fire ratings. Confirm species and finish compliance with your certifier before specifying timber treads in commercial or multi-residential builds.
Every Melbourne job follows the same steps, so the result holds up and the price stays honest.
NeXTimber supplies engineered and structural timber products across Australia. Timberlink is one of Australia’s largest softwood processors, supplying pine framing and flooring. Tarpeena is a Timberlink mill in South Australia producing high-volume structural pine.
Matthews Timber operates across Victoria supplying hardwood and treated pine products. Melbourne Timber Supplies stocks a broad range of hardwood species for trade and retail customers. FTC works with local suppliers to reduce lead times and keep stock levels consistent.
Delta Group supplies mass timber and engineered wood products for large-scale construction. STRUCTAflor’s structural flooring panels are used in residential flooring systems where traditional subfloor methods are not viable.
Solid timber floors can be sanded and refinished 3–5 times over their lifespan depending on board thickness. Engineered floors with a veneer over 4mm can typically be sanded once. Recoating with polyurethane or hardwax oil extends surface life without full sanding.
Surface scratches and minor dents are repairable through spot sanding and recoating. Structural damage — cupping, crowning, or rot — usually requires board replacement. If more than 20% of the floor is affected, full replacement is more cost-effective than patching.
FTC carries clearance stock across multiple species and grades. Trade accounts get access to volume pricing. For builders running multiple projects across Melbourne, consolidated supply from one source reduces procurement time.
