Sansibar | Oak | Elevation

ABOUT THE MILL

Since 1920, Scheucher has combined a century of Austrian wood craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation. Every plank is 100% manufactured in Austria within one of Europe’s most advanced prefinished parquet facilities, where a dedicated team of 250 skilled professionals brings the wood to life. Built on a foundation of absolute sourcing transparency, the family-owned mill selects only premium European white oak, chosen for its superior grain character and lasting durability. Deeply committed to the future, Scheucher seamlessly pairs this heritage with modern sustainability, harnessing solar energy to power production and consciously reducing its environmental footprint.

AVAILABILITY & ORDERING

• Made to Order: Sansibar is part of Scheucher's exclusive Elevation collection and is made to order, not held in stock. Please allow approximately 12-16 weeks for delivery. Lead times vary by grading and finish; contact your dealer to confirm current availability and timeline.
• Sample Orders: Request free samples to experience Sansibar's luminous, sand-like surface and SEDA finish in your specific lighting conditions before ordering.

GRADES & WIDTHS

• Country (High Plank Variation): Wire-brushed and micro-beveled for an authentic, character-rich surface.
• Prime (Low Plank Variation): Clear and uniform surface, expertly finished for a sleek, refined, and sophisticated aesthetic.

WIDTHS

• • Width: 7.17" (182 mm) – Wide plank format for a seamless, spacious appearance.

FINISHES

Scheucher stands out in the premium flooring market because they combine advanced process technologies with non-toxic, eco-friendly materials. Rather than using standard generic coatings, Scheucher Parkett develops multi-layered, specialized finishes that strike an optimal balance between long-term durability and the preservation of natural wood.

• SEDA Natural Oil (Exclusive Finish): Natural oils and waxes are applied in a century-old tradition to create a silky matte surface, natural texture, and intensive wood color. The natural oil penetrates deep into the wood, allowing Sansibar’s luminous, pale oak tones to breathe and develop a beautiful patina over the years. This finish protects the parquet from dirt and water, keeps the floor authentic and organic, and allows for easy, on-site spot repairs.

DURABILITY & PERFORMANCE

• 3-Ply Engineered Construction with NOVOLOC® 5G
  Built from 100% natural wood, this three-layer engineered construction is specifically designed to counteract the natural forces of wood, eliminating the torsion, bending, and deformation common in solid planks. While traditional tongue-and-groove flooring is prone to shifting and pulling apart as the home's climate changes, the advanced NOVOLOC® 5G click system creates an unyielding, integrated mechanical lock. Snapping the planks tightly together along both the long and short edges, it maintains continuous perimeter tension. This active engineering prevents the seasonal gapping that occurs when humidity drops in the winter, ensuring a permanently flawless, monolithic surface that stays exceptionally tight and stable year-round. This 3-ply construction uses cross-layered natural wood to absorb and neutralize thermal stress, entirely preventing the cupping, warping, and checking (surface cracking) typical of solid wood in dry climates.
• Radiant Heat & Dry Climate Compatibility
  Arid climates and radiant heat systems create a low-humidity environment that forces standard wood flooring to lose moisture rapidly, leading to structural failure. Our floors are kiln-dried and typically require little to no acclimation (be sure to follow NWFA guidelines), having incredible dimensional stability. The NOVOLOC® 5G locking system maintains a continuous, tight seal across the entire floor, ensuring efficient heat transfer while eliminating the risk of dry-season gapping. Fully approved and optimized for all radiant in-floor heating systems.
• Top Rated Finish Performance
  Scheucher's premium SEDA Natural Oil finish is designed to nourish the wood deeply while providing an incredibly durable surface that naturally hides surface wear and is exceptionally easy to repair and maintain on-site.
• Janka Hardness Rating
  White oak has a Janka rating of approximately 1,360 lbf—the industry benchmark —making it ideal for residential and light commercial use, including homes with active families and pets.

ENVIRONMENTAL & CERTIFICATIONS

• LEED & GREENGUARD Gold Certified – Meets rigorous sustainability and indoor air quality standards.
• EU Ecolabel – Scheucher was one of the first parquet manufacturers to be awarded the EU Ecolabel.
• PFAS-Free – Scheucher guarantees its lacquers are PFAS-free (no "forever chemicals").