Oak Transparent Chaletino Traditional Engineered | Boen
Why Visit Our Showroom?
For Contractors & Trade
Why Buy From Us?
Quick Answer
What is Oak Transparent?
Oak Transparent is a genuine engineered hardwood floor in an amber-toned warm brown tone, with moderate knots and natural grain variation for an authentic hardwood feel.
Is it waterproof?
Engineered hardwood isn't waterproof. Where it beats solid wood is stability — the cross-layered core moves far less with moisture, so it may be approved for rooms and subfloors solid wood isn't — confirm the manufacturer's installation requirements. Prompt spill cleanup keeps it looking its best.
Can it be refinished?
If future refinishing matters for your project, compare the veneer thickness before you buy. Based on the listed 4.5mm veneer, Oak Transparent has enough veneer to support real, professional refinishing down the road. Day to day, a lighter touch — a buff-and-recoat or a deep clean — usually does the job; a flooring professional can confirm exactly how much sanding room this veneer leaves.
What does the plank surface look like?
As a real Oak veneer, this floor's grain genuinely varies from plank to plank -- here it opens into a full cathedral figure with quiet knot character and a tight, flowing rhythm, an unmistakably real pattern rather than a repeated print.
What compliance certifications does it carry?
Oak Transparent is manufactured to meet FSC (controlled sources), eco-INSTITUT-Label, Blauer Engel, FloorScore, Emissions (VOC), EPD, and FDES certifications. These cover manufacturing and material compliance standards — such as formaldehyde-emission limits or legal wood-sourcing requirements, depending on the specific certification — rather than a personal health guarantee.
Will this color work in my room?
This rich warm brown carries real golden amber undertones that give it depth and warmth in most lighting, holding that richness whether the room gets strong daylight or mostly lamp light.
Price & availability?
This floor is available by special order rather than from stock. Call or text (408) 753-3220 to check the latest lead time and request a written quote. We can arrange nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, or pickup. If you're a verified contractor, designer, or architect, ask about our trade pricing. Feel free to get in touch with any questions.
Overview
As a real oak wear layer over Boen's engineered spruce-core construction, this Oak Transparent carries genuine, plank-to-plank variation instead of a printed, repeating pattern -- the proof is in its own rich warm brown coloring with golden amber undertones, a shade you won't find repeated identically from board to board. The grain opens into a full cathedral pattern with quiet knot character and a tight, flowing figure, finished with Boen's Live Natural oil. Identical, repeating boards aren't what this offers -- that comes only from a printed surface, and this is a real wood veneer.
Rich amber-brown, real wood grain, no two boards alike.
Specifications
| SKU | 10036539 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Boen Hardwood Flooring |
| Collection | Chaletino |
| Color | Oak Transparent |
| Flooring Type | Engineered Hardwood |
| Plank size | 11-13/16 inches wide × 108-1/4 inches long |
| Thickness | 3/4″ |
| Grade | Traditional |
| Species | Oak |
| Top veneer | 4.5mm |
| Edge profile | beveled 4V |
| Finish | Live Natural |
| Connection | T/G |
| SF per carton | 17.8 sq ft |
| Installation method | Glue-down only |
| Waterproof | No — water-resistant only |
| Warranty | 25 Year Residential Warranty |
| Certifications | FSC (controlled sources), eco-INSTITUT-Label, Blauer Engel, FloorScore, Emissions (VOC), EPD, FDES |