Is engineered hardwood better than solid white oak here?

Engineered construction is more dimensionally stable, so it handles humidity and temperature swings better and can go over concrete. Solid oak can be refinished more times over its life. For wide planks and below-grade rooms, engineered is the safer pick.

Can this go over concrete?

Yes. Glue-down and floating installations work over properly prepared concrete slabs. The slab needs to be flat and dry, and a moisture barrier is used with floating floors.

How does the wirebrushed finish hold up?

The texture hides small scratches and scuffs better than a smooth finish, which suits pets and kids. It does collect dust in the grain, so a vacuum with a hard-floor head helps.

Does the wide plank make a room look bigger?

Fewer seams and a wider board read as more open, which suits large rooms. In small rooms, wide planks can look busy, so lay them along the longest wall.

One plank per box, with 31.08 square feet of coverage per box.

Can I install it myself?

Floating installation is the most DIY-friendly method. Nail, staple and glue-down need more tools and skill, and glue-down over concrete is best left to a pro.

Shaw Ensemble Champagne White Oak Engineered Hardwood Plank

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$245.22at Floors CenterChecked Nov 4

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Shaw Ensemble Champagne White Oak Engineered Hardwood Plank

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$245.22at Floors CenterChecked Nov 4

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Our take on the Shaw Ensemble Champagne White Oak Engineered Hardwood Plank

The Shaw Ensemble is a 7.5-inch wide white oak engineered hardwood plank with a wirebrushed surface. It is built for dimensional stability and scratch resistance, and it installs by nail, staple, glue or floating. The wide plank suits large open rooms where fewer seams give a cleaner, more contemporary look, and the white oak grain keeps it classic. Against narrower engineered oak planks it covers ground faster and shows fewer joints, but the wirebrushed texture and wide format leave less room for error on an uneven subfloor.

Best forOpen-plan living and dining roomsHomeowners wanting wide-plank white oakRooms over concrete or in humid climatesDIY floating installations

Pros

Wide 7.5-inch planks mean fewer seams
Engineered core resists expansion and contraction
Scratch-resistant finish for busy households
Wirebrushed surface adds texture and hides marks
Four installation methods: nail, staple, glue or float

Cons

Wide planks show subfloor unevenness more than narrow ones
Wirebrushed texture traps dust in the grain
White oak takes stain and wear differently board to board
Engineered planks cannot be sanded and refinished as often as solid wood

Shaw Ensemble Champagne White Oak Engineered Hardwood Plank prices at every store

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Shaw Ensemble Champagne White Oak Engineered Hardwood Plank price history

Lowest price we've seen: $245.22 on Nov 4 at Floors Center. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 4.

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Wide 7.5-inch white oak engineered hardwood plank
Engineered for dimensional stability and scratch resistance
Suits large open spaces
Contemporary yet classic hardwood look
Wirebrushed surface
Installation: nail, staple, glue or floating

Sizes: 7.5" x RL
Materials: White Oak; engineered construction
Fit: Plank width 7.5 inch; lengths 15.75 - 74.8 inch; thickness 12.0 mm; micro bevel ends
Shipping: Free shipping for orders over [threshold]; delivery time 10-12 business days; delivering all over the US
In the box: 1 plank per box, 31.08 sqft coverage per box

About the Shaw Ensemble Champagne White Oak Engineered Hardwood Plank

The Shaw Ensemble Champagne is a wide plank engineered hardwood floor with a white oak surface. It has a contemporary yet classic hardwood look and a wirebrushed finish. The planks suit large open spaces.

The planks use engineered construction, which is designed for dimensional stability and scratch resistance. They can be installed by nail, staple, glue or floating.

Brand: Shaw
Collection: Ensemble
Color: Champagne
Material: White oak, engineered construction
Surface: Wirebrushed
Plank width: 7.5 in
Plank length: 15.75 - 74.8 in
Thickness: 12.0 mm
Edges: Micro bevel ends
Size: 7.5" x random length
Installation: Nail, staple, glue or floating
Coverage per box: 31.08 sq ft

Specifications

Color: Champagne

Questions and answers

Is engineered hardwood better than solid white oak here?: Engineered construction is more dimensionally stable, so it handles humidity and temperature swings better and can go over concrete. Solid oak can be refinished more times over its life. For wide planks and below-grade rooms, engineered is the safer pick.
Can this go over concrete?: Yes. Glue-down and floating installations work over properly prepared concrete slabs. The slab needs to be flat and dry, and a moisture barrier is used with floating floors.
How does the wirebrushed finish hold up?: The texture hides small scratches and scuffs better than a smooth finish, which suits pets and kids. It does collect dust in the grain, so a vacuum with a hard-floor head helps.
Does the wide plank make a room look bigger?: Fewer seams and a wider board read as more open, which suits large rooms. In small rooms, wide planks can look busy, so lay them along the longest wall.
What is in the box?: One plank per box, with 31.08 square feet of coverage per box.
Can I install it myself?: Floating installation is the most DIY-friendly method. Nail, staple and glue-down need more tools and skill, and glue-down over concrete is best left to a pro.
Where is the Shaw Ensemble Champagne White Oak Engineered Hardwood Plank cheapest?: At Floors Center, for $245.22, as of our latest check.