Oaklore Cemento

Grey wood grain suits a condominium unit finished in white walls and dark aluminium, and Oaklore Cemento is a straight grey with the silvered look that balau takes on outdoors. The rustic texture gives it grip and no glare under downlights, and it hides dust better than any smooth finish. Six random faces is a moderate count, so shuffle planks across boxes while laying. The 200 x 1400 mm plank puts fewer joints across a living area than the shorter 1200 mm size, which matters on a grey floor where every grout line is visible. Boxes hold 4 pieces, 1.12 m2, 24 kg.

• Is Oaklore Cemento suitable for a humid home?

  Yes. Oaklore Cemento is glazed ceramic with 6 to 8 percent water absorption, so humid months do not make it swell, cup or warp the way timber and laminate can.

• How many boxes of Oaklore Cemento for a 3 x 4 m bedroom?

  A 3 x 4 m room is 12 m². With 10 percent extra for cutting, that is 12 boxes, since each box of 4 planks (20 x 140 cm) covers 1.12 m² and weighs about 24 kg.

• Which rooms in a condo or landed house suit Oaklore Cemento?

  Oaklore Cemento works on floors and walls in living and dining areas, study rooms and corridors. It is rated for interior use.

• What upkeep does Oaklore Cemento need?

  Sweep, then mop with a mild floor cleaner. The glazed satin textured face needs no oiling, sanding or polish.