Hendrik198019 Oct 2022 21:29Dear forum members,
Today, we looked at samples of hardwood flooring and, in this context, the seller pointed out an innovative wood floor from the company Hywood.
According to them, this floor is significantly more resistant to dirt, scratches, and moisture due to its manufacturing process. The manufacturer claims that it can even be installed in bathrooms.
In addition, unlike traditional hardwood flooring, it does not require regular oiling. On top of that, it is about 20 euros cheaper per square meter (roughly 2 dollars per square foot) compared to the hardwood flooring we prefer.
Since we have small children and want to install flooring in the kitchen and dining area as well, this sounds quite interesting to us.
Does anyone have experience with these types of floors?
Today, we looked at samples of hardwood flooring and, in this context, the seller pointed out an innovative wood floor from the company Hywood.
According to them, this floor is significantly more resistant to dirt, scratches, and moisture due to its manufacturing process. The manufacturer claims that it can even be installed in bathrooms.
In addition, unlike traditional hardwood flooring, it does not require regular oiling. On top of that, it is about 20 euros cheaper per square meter (roughly 2 dollars per square foot) compared to the hardwood flooring we prefer.
Since we have small children and want to install flooring in the kitchen and dining area as well, this sounds quite interesting to us.
Does anyone have experience with these types of floors?
ateliersiegel19 Oct 2022 21:52I have no experience with that.
My assessment:
These composite materials are always mixtures that include plastics.
Plastics have reached even the deepest parts of the oceans, and we should aim to produce and release as little of them into the world as possible.
Wood is wonderful and has its charm BECAUSE it is what it is.
That also means it requires maintenance.
This is a task that reminds you of what really matters in life.
🙂
My assessment:
These composite materials are always mixtures that include plastics.
Plastics have reached even the deepest parts of the oceans, and we should aim to produce and release as little of them into the world as possible.
Wood is wonderful and has its charm BECAUSE it is what it is.
That also means it requires maintenance.
This is a task that reminds you of what really matters in life.
🙂
Hendrik198019 Oct 2022 22:03It is pure wooden flooring without any plastic additives.
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SaniererNRW12319 Oct 2022 22:10Well, if I have to choose between a natural wood floor and this micrometer-thin design layer made of wood plus who knows what resin mixture, the decision is easy for me...
This is just better laminate at a significantly higher price—similar to how luxury vinyl plank is the more expensive version of vinyl flooring 🙄
Hello "Hendrik".
Regarding the topic you asked about, I would like to contribute the following:
The product "Hywood" is manufactured by the company "ter Hürne" in Südlohn, North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW).
The term "hybrid flooring" sounds revolutionary, but it is not! About 25-30 years ago, there was already this type of plank flooring, only back then it was known under the (non-standardized) term "veneer floors".
As is still the case today, a thin veneer layer—usually 0.15mm (0.006 inches) thick—is glued and sealed on top of a carrier material (according to the specifications for Hywood, this is an MDF board).
I would not classify this type of flooring as "real wood floor"; hybrid flooring sounds inconspicuous and, to avoid doubt, the thin veneer layer can be used to justify the term "real wood." However, this type of flooring does not turn into parquet in any way!
Whether this type of flooring can also be used in wet rooms is not known to me. The product datasheet does not specifically indicate this application.
The reason veneer floors were unheard of for a long time probably lies in
a) their low scratch resistance, and
b) the impossibility of surface renovation—just like laminate floors.
Since veneer floors are always delivered with a sealed surface, it is understandable that oiling and waxing (as regular maintenance measures) are omitted.
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Every type of flooring certainly has its justification for existence.
You just have to weigh up the pros and cons.
However, this requires knowledge of the material properties.
The selling price is certainly somewhat linked to the material characteristics.
You cannot expect a high-quality floor suitable even for demanding commercial conditions for a "bargain price."
The decision for or against a purchase must be made individually after careful consideration.
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I hope my comments have shed some light on the rather unknown aspects of this topic.
Best regards and good luck: KlaRa
Regarding the topic you asked about, I would like to contribute the following:
The product "Hywood" is manufactured by the company "ter Hürne" in Südlohn, North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW).
The term "hybrid flooring" sounds revolutionary, but it is not! About 25-30 years ago, there was already this type of plank flooring, only back then it was known under the (non-standardized) term "veneer floors".
As is still the case today, a thin veneer layer—usually 0.15mm (0.006 inches) thick—is glued and sealed on top of a carrier material (according to the specifications for Hywood, this is an MDF board).
I would not classify this type of flooring as "real wood floor"; hybrid flooring sounds inconspicuous and, to avoid doubt, the thin veneer layer can be used to justify the term "real wood." However, this type of flooring does not turn into parquet in any way!
Whether this type of flooring can also be used in wet rooms is not known to me. The product datasheet does not specifically indicate this application.
The reason veneer floors were unheard of for a long time probably lies in
a) their low scratch resistance, and
b) the impossibility of surface renovation—just like laminate floors.
Since veneer floors are always delivered with a sealed surface, it is understandable that oiling and waxing (as regular maintenance measures) are omitted.
-------------------
Every type of flooring certainly has its justification for existence.
You just have to weigh up the pros and cons.
However, this requires knowledge of the material properties.
The selling price is certainly somewhat linked to the material characteristics.
You cannot expect a high-quality floor suitable even for demanding commercial conditions for a "bargain price."
The decision for or against a purchase must be made individually after careful consideration.
-----------------------
I hope my comments have shed some light on the rather unknown aspects of this topic.
Best regards and good luck: KlaRa
Hendrik198026 Oct 2022 11:17Wow! Thank you for the detailed explanation and the great assessment!
Our site manager gave a shorter but similarly conclusive statement.
We have now decided on real hardwood flooring.
Additionally, we were told by several sources that parquet does not necessarily need to be oiled every 2-3 years; instead, wiping it damp with soap is sufficient. This treatment allows the surface to gradually blend over time.
We were referred to local examples in pubs with parquet flooring that are only oiled very irregularly.
Our site manager gave a shorter but similarly conclusive statement.
We have now decided on real hardwood flooring.
Additionally, we were told by several sources that parquet does not necessarily need to be oiled every 2-3 years; instead, wiping it damp with soap is sufficient. This treatment allows the surface to gradually blend over time.
We were referred to local examples in pubs with parquet flooring that are only oiled very irregularly.
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