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Deep Heritage: Chepstow Antique Oak

Bring the grandeur of a stately home to your interior with Chepstow Antique Oak—a superior 21mm engineered plank that marries structural power with rich, dark sophistication.

Chepstow Antique Oak is a floor with presence. The timber is treated with a dark stain that enhances the oak's natural features, turning the grain patterns into deep, chocolate-brown ribbons of character. The "Planed" finish means the surface is smooth but retaining subtle texture, while the Hardwax Oil finish adds a satin sheen that enriches the warming tones. At 21mm thick with a substantial 6mm wear layer, this floor is a heavy-duty, load-bearing solution that offers the look and feel of an ancient solid oak floor with the stability of modern engineering.


Specifications

Bevels on Edges All 4 edges

Core Material Plywood

Finish Oiled

Fitting Method Floated, Glued, Nailed

Floor Colour Natural, Warm

Floor Grade Rustic

Floor Joint Tongue & Groove

Floor Thickness 21mm

Floor Type Real Wood Engineered

Hardness Hard

Length 1900mm, 2200mm

Pack Size 2.11m², 2.166m²

Planks per Pack 4, 6

Species Oak

Tog Rating 1.2

Underfloor Heating Suitable if Glued Down

Wear layer 6mm

Width 190mm, 240mm

Sold per pack

Installation & care

⚠️ Professional Installation Tips

  • Structural Fitting: Chepstow 21mm can be secret nailed directly to floor joists (at 400mm centres) as a load-bearing floor, or floated over an underlay.
  • Underfloor Heating: Compatible with UFH. However, for efficient heat transfer with this 21mm thick board, a full surface bond (glue-down) installation is highly recommended over the UFH screed.
  • Maintenance: This floor is Oiled. You should use a liquid wax cleaner (like Woodpecker One Coat Soap) to clean and nourish the floor. Do not use standard detergents.
Samples

Tone, glaze and veining can read differently in your own light. Cut samples are free; sample postage is £4.99 (£8 for Original Style) and is refunded on tile orders over £50 using the code emailed with your sample order. Use the sample option in the buying panel, or call our Ascot team on 01344 620211 for help comparing colour, finish and quantities.

Delivery

In-stock orders are dispatched within 3–5 working days, with express options available. Special-order and made-to-order ranges carry their own lead time, shown on the product page and confirmed when you order. Pallet, slab, large-format and bathware orders travel on a specialist off-load service — we confirm the timescale and book a date that suits you before dispatch.

Delivery is calculated at checkout from your order and postcode (we do not offer showroom collection) and UK delivery is free on orders over £1,000 on most ranges. For pallet deliveries please tell us about access issues in advance — low trees or bridges, narrow roads or gateways, gravel drives, or no turning or unloading space — as a re-delivery charge may apply if we cannot complete delivery.

When your order arrives

Please check your delivery as soon as it arrives. Once goods are unloaded they become the responsibility of the receiver, so if anything isn’t right, contact us within three working days and we’ll put it right quickly.

Returns

Unused, complete orders can be returned within 14 days of delivery; as tiles are picked and packed to your quantity, a restocking fee of 20–30% applies depending on the range. Special-order items are non-returnable unless damaged on delivery or faulty. Ordering a free sample first is the simplest way to avoid a return.

Product Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this "Antique"?

The "Antique" name refers to the rich, dark stain applied to the oak. It mimics the deep, aged patina found in centuries-old manor houses, where the wood has naturally darkened over time. This gives you the look of a heritage floor from day one.

Is it a structural floor?

Yes. The defining feature of the Chepstow range is its 21mm thickness. This means it is strong enough to be used as a structural subfloor. You can nail it directly to timber joists (spaced at 400mm centres), which is perfect for renovations where you want to replace old pine floorboards with premium oak.

Does the dark colour show scratches?

Dark floors can show light scratches (which reveal the lighter oak underneath) more than pale floors. However, because this floor is Hardwax Oiled, you can easily repair these scratches. Simply applying a small amount of maintenance oil to the scratch will darken the wood back down and blend it in—something you can't do with a lacquered floor.

How long will it last?

With a massive 6mm wear layer of real oak, Chepstow floors are built for longevity. This top layer is thick enough to be sanded down and refinished multiple times over the decades, making it a true lifetime investment.

Why buy from Hyperion Tiles?

We are a family-run business with deep technical expertise. We don't just sell flooring; we can guide you on structural installations, UFH systems, and the correct maintenance oil to use, ensuring your investment looks beautiful for years to come.

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