Engineered wood flooring comes in a whole range of widths and it can be confusing when you’re shopping around for your first engineered wood floor to work out which is best for you. In actual fact, there are no hard and fast rules about which width is best in which situation, but there are some general guidelines which will help you ascertain which width might prove the most interesting for your project.
At Wood and Beyond, we have engineered wood flooring that ranges in width from 100mm to 300mm. This may seem like a huge range when it comes to choice, but it means that you will always be able to find a width that suits pretty much every project without too much difficulty.
Generally speaking people assume that the smaller the room, the narrower the board you need. This is not necessarily the case. If you have a small room and you want to make it look bigger you can often achieve this by choosing a narrower board, that’s for sure, but there’s no getting away from the fact that a broad board can look really stylish, even in a small room. Choosing a wide board to fit in a small room can create a stunning visual effect and in some instances, depending on the dimensions of the room can make a long, narrow room look wider or a wide room look narrower depending on the orientation you choose for the boards. So, if you are re-looking a small room, don’t feel forced just to plump for the narrowest board, give some consideration to a really wide board if you fancy creating a seriously big impact.
The same is true for big rooms. Many people think a big room must have wide boards, but of course this needn’t be the case. If you think of many castles and stately homes, they have big, almost cavernous rooms that are very often fitted with narrow wooden floorboards and the effect is stunning. Granted, some of the very old buildings have broad boards, but a whole host of big rooms are floored with narrow boards.
When it comes to formality, there’s no getting away from the fact that a narrow board creates a more formal look in your room. So, if your room is populated with highly polished antiques and you’re seeking to stick with a formal theme, then a narrow board is probably the answer. On the other hand, if you are seeking to create an informal, relaxed and modern look, a wide board will set your room off to a tee.
And of course there’s always the compromise. If you can’t decide between broad and narrow, why not opt for a board of 150mm or 180mm, so you’re neither plumping for too wide or too narrow. Choosing this option means that you can’t go wrong. That said, there’s no getting away from the fact that the really narrow and really wide boards are worthy of your attention if you’re looking to make a statement.
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FAQ
What is the range of widths available for engineered wood flooring?
Engineered wood flooring comes in a wide range of widths. The options range from 100mm to 300mm, providing a comprehensive selection suitable for pretty much every project.
Is it true that smaller rooms need narrower boards?
Although some people assume smaller rooms require narrower boards, this is not necessarily the case. A broader board can look stylish even in a small room. Depending on the orientation of the boards, choosing a wider board for a small room can create a stunning visual effect and alter the perceived dimensions of the room.
Is it mandatory for larger rooms to have wider boards?
No, it’s not mandatory for larger rooms to have wider boards. In fact, many large rooms, like those in castles and stately homes, are often fitted with narrow wooden floorboards, which can create a stunning effect.
Does the width of the board affect the formality of the room?
Yes, the width of the board can affect the formality of the room. A narrow board generally creates a more formal look, while a wide board can help create an informal, relaxed, and modern look.
What if I can’t decide between wide and narrow boards?
If you can’t decide between wide and narrow boards, you can opt for a compromise width, such as 150 or 180mm. This way, you’re neither choosing too wide nor too narrow. However, really narrow or really wide boards can be a great choice if you’re looking to make a statement.