The Mannington Maison Normandy Oak in Bistro is a genuine engineered hardwood floor — a real White Oak wood veneer bonded to a dimensionally stable engineered core and protected by a durable aluminum-oxide matte finish. This 7" wide with varying lengths up to 84" brings the warmth and authenticity of natural White Oak to living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, hallways, and offices. It can be glued, stapled, nailed, or floated over most subfloors, including many below-grade and over-radiant applications. Full Bevel edges add definition from plank to plank. Why Choose This Floor? Real White Oak hardwood — authentic grain that can be maintained for decades Engineered core — more dimensionally stable than solid wood; basement- & radiant-friendly Aluminum-oxide finish — durable everyday scratch & wear resistance Versatile installation — glue, staple, nail, or float 9/16" thick · Full Bevel edge · matte finish Recommended ApplicationsIdeal for living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, hallways, offices, and finished basements (with proper subfloor prep). Not for bathrooms, laundry rooms, or other wet areas. Specifications Type Engineered Hardwood Brand / Collection Mannington — Maison Normandy Oak Colour / Style # Bistro — MSN07BIS1 Species White Oak Size 7" wide with varying lengths up to 84" Thickness 9/16" Edge Full Bevel Finish Aluminum-oxide (matte) Installation Glue Staple Nail or Floating Coverage 24.5 sq ft / carton FAQ Is this real wood? Yes — a genuine White Oak hardwood veneer over an engineered core. Can it go in a basement? Engineered hardwood is more stable than solid wood and is suitable for many below-grade installs with proper prep. How is it installed? Glue Staple Nail or Floating. Is it good over radiant heat? Yes — suitable for approved radiant-heat applications. Is it waterproof? No — it is real wood; avoid bathrooms and standing water.
