Worn Cathedral Oak 70mm Engineered Herringbone

Worn Cathedral Oak combines a pale oak base with darker grain and natural tonal variation. Its compact 70mm blocks sit on a substantial 20mm build with a 5mm real oak top layer.

Look and character

The tone is light with soft beige notes, while darker grain lines give a worn, characterful appearance. Rustic grade oak brings knots and colour variation, so several blocks together look richer than a single photograph. A lacquered finish seals the surface. It gives a traditional pattern a lighter, contemporary feel that suits both period and modern homes.

Construction and specification

Under the 5mm real oak surface sits a multi-ply base, bringing each block to 20mm in total. A 5mm wear surface is one of the thicker options in engineered flooring, which leaves more room for future sanding. That engineered core is what keeps the floor steady when the air in the room gets drier or more humid through the year. At 70mm wide and 350mm long, these are compact blocks with the close-set look of older parquet floors. Bevels on all four edges (4V) frame each block and help the geometry stand out. Packs cover 0.735 m² each.

Where it works

Start the pattern from the room's main sight line, often the doorway, so the zigzag runs where it is seen most. It is suitable for living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, hallways, kitchens and conservatories, and it can be used on stairs too. For a staircase, pair it with our stair nosing for a neat edge on every tread. Browse our herringbone engineered wood floors to see it next to other colours. Like any real oak floor it isn't waterproof, so keep standing water off it in the kitchen.

Fitting and underfloor heating

Fit it with tongue and groove joints, either floating on a suitable underlay or fully glued down. A floating installation needs a good flooring underlay underneath. It is suitable for underfloor heating. Add around 10% to the room size to cover cuts and waste. Finish the edges with scotia beading.

Why order a large free sample

A sample shows you the true tone and finish of Worn Cathedral Oak in your own daylight and lamp light. Pick up to 3 large free samples to compare side by side.