20mm is not thick: It is Correct In New Zealand, 20 mm timber flooring has been the benchmark for decades. Long before engineered boards entered the market, solid timber floors were installed at 18-20 mm. Builders, architects, and installers worked with it because it delivered consistent results across structure, transitions, and long-term performance. Today, with modern engineered oak, that same 20 mm thickness remains the gold standard. Not because it is traditional, but be

Why Engineered Oak Construction matters

Is efficiency the same as sustainability in construction? We believe both are essential, but they are not interchangeable

Why expansion gaps with Marchand European Oak Flooring are not necessary.

Modern engineered oak flooring, like Marchand Luxury Oak with its nine UV-cured lacquer layers, is far more durable and low-maintenance than its reputation suggests, offering long-lasting beauty, easy care, and natural strength for real New Zealand living.

Why Marchand is the compliant choice for Multi-Storey projects in NZ