Grandeur Regal Engineered Hardwood

Regal is the cleaner, lighter side of Grandeur's white oak. Grades are AB and ABC, so there are fewer knots and less rustic character, and nearly every colour sits in the natural, blonde and beige family. It suits bright kitchens, condos and modern living spaces.

The nine colours come in three surface treatments. Azure Coast and Morocco Sand are smooth, for a flat, even look. Napa Valley, Burgundy and Barossa are brushed, with an AB grade. Florence, Siena, Milan and Tuscany use a reactive stain that works with the oak's own chemistry, so no two boards take colour quite the same way. Burgundy adds a touch of white, and Milan brings in some brown.

Every Regal board measures 7-1/2" by 3/4", in random lengths, and a 3 mm white oak face leaves enough for a future sanding. Installs on, above or below grade are approved, and the warranty is 35 year residential. A smooth finish shows scratches more than a textured one, so homes with large dogs may prefer the brushed colours. 22FLOORING supplies and installs Regal across Toronto and the GTA, with engineered hardwood installation from $4.90 per square foot, including glue and nails.