The Architectural Timber Specialists
Discover The Charm of Victorian Ash Floorboard
Victorian Ash timber floorboards, also known as Vic Ash, are renowned for their aesthetic appeal, making them a popular choice for both homeowners and designers. These hardwoods, including Tasmanian Oak, are frequently used for timber flooring in regions like New South Wales.
The Coach House Timbers flooring range offers a variety of grade options to suit both traditional and modern homes, ensuring that you find the perfect match for your space.
Description and Features of Victorian Ash
Victorian Ash is a preferred material for timber flooring, lending a touch of elegance and sophistication to any interior. This Australian hardwood is known for its distinct vertical grain pattern and hue, which contribute to its sense of refinement. As a versatile option for internal flooring, Victorian Ash can be glued, sanded, and polished with ease. Its moderate strength and durability make it suitable for indoor use, providing a cost-effective yet aesthetically pleasing solution for solid timber flooring. For specific size and dimension details, check out our Victorian Ash Specifications page.
Benefits of Choosing Victorian Ash Flooring
Victorian Ash flooring offers many advantages, such as its durability, strength, and design flexibility. It is moderately resistant to scratches and dents which makes it an excellent choice for areas with heavy foot traffic, ensuring that your flooring will remain beautiful and functional for years to come.
In addition to its durability, Victorian Ash flooring offers a range of finishes, providing a multitude of design possibilities. It can be stained or painted to suit any desired décor, making it an adaptable choice that can easily accommodate your evolving tastes and styles.
Moreover, the installation of Victorian Ash flooring is straightforward, as it can be nailed, glued, or floated. With minimal upkeep required for maintenance, this flooring option is not only visually appealing but also convenient for busy homeowners.
Features & Benefits
Victorian Ash timber flooring is known to possess a Durability Class 3 level of durability, making it suitable for internal use only. It is not recommended for outdoor decking or any use outdoors.
Victorian Ash flooring is a dependable option for areas with heavy foot traffic or households with children and pets. In addition, its resistance to wear and tear ensures that your flooring will maintain its beauty and functionality for years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What's the difference between Victorian Ash and Tasmanian Oak Flooring
Although both Victorian Ash and Tasmanian Oak are eucalypt species, there are some differences between the two. The primary distinction lies in their bark: Victorian Ash has a straight trunk with grey bark, while Tasmanian Oak has thicker bark covering the entirety of the tree.
Despite these differences, Victorian Ash and Tasmanian Oak are often interchangeable depending on your desired colour and finish. Ultimately, both timbers offer unique characteristics and aesthetic appeal, making them popular choices for various flooring and design projects. -
Is Victorian Ash good for timber flooring?
Victorian ash is a strong and stable timber, offering good all-round workability. It planes, sands, finishes and nails well, making it an ideal timber for internal applications and flooring.
It is also perfect for balustrades and staircases as it has minimal shrinkage after drying, and is commonly used in F17 seasoned structural framing. -
Is Victorian ash a hardwood or softwood?
Victorian ash is a hardwood, and is one of the tallest hardwood species in the world. It is an Australian hardwood found in Victoria, Tasmania and New South Wales.
