A new 3.8 mm branch of the product range

The Slimline series develops 3.8 mm as a separate flooring product rather than placing it inside the existing 4.2 mm and 5.0 mm specification. Its product name, model, images and technical file are all thickness-specific, helping sales, sampling and production teams identify the correct configuration throughout an inquiry.

This concept also changes the visual direction. A deep espresso-oak surface and a proposed 152 × 914 mm narrow-plank format create a more intimate rhythm for compact studios, bedrooms, small offices and carefully planned renovation spaces. The dark neutral finish is intended to work with pale walls, brick, metal and warm terracotta accents.

Concept highlights

Preliminary concept specification

A slim profile requires its own edge development

A thinner product cannot be created responsibly by changing only the number in a catalog. The click geometry, material around the joint and manufacturing tolerance must be developed for the proposed 3.8 mm construction. Prototype fitting should examine engagement angle, edge integrity, seam appearance and repeated installation handling.

Renovation suitability begins with the existing floor

A slim plank may help reduce the new floor build-up, but it does not remove the need for proper substrate assessment. The existing base must be checked for flatness, dryness, movement, contamination and local damage. Door clearance, thresholds, stairs, skirting and transitions to adjacent materials should also be reviewed before final approval.

Installation over an existing finish should never be assumed from product thickness alone. The project team must confirm whether the existing surface can remain, what preparation is required and which installation method is permitted by the final technical instructions.

Thickness-specific approval process

1. Confirm the room and substrate: record existing levels, surface condition and transition points.

2. Review the construction: verify thickness, layers, plank size and intended click profile.

3. Approve the physical sample: check espresso-oak color, surface texture, edge quality and model identification.

4. Validate before production: confirm testing, installation instructions, packaging and quality criteria.