Floor of the month

This February, the floor of the month award goes to DuChateau's hand-scraped white oak. This time inspiring floor takes us back to centuries ago. The warm look and feel of this floor will fit almost any decor and will be certain to create a design statement. DuChateau has been made by exceptional craftsman who know how to recreate the style from years past.

This product is designed in Holland from European white oak, which is impregnated with all natural products such as, sunflower oil, linseed oil, thistle oil, and hard waxes such as carnauba and paraffin. The oils and waxes in this product allow the floor to breathe, brings out it's natural color and requires very little maintenance. If you have a project that requires an awe inspiring floor try this one. This floor is sure to perform well in both residential and commercial applications and can be tailor fitted to one's own taste.

Du Chateau is stocked in the United States in both Georgia and California for Quick delivery. Custom floors come directly from Holland and typically require a 10 week lead time. If you would like more information about this product, or if you would like to see other products made by this company visit www.duchateaufloors.com for more info.

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The Floor Man

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