Why order wood flooring samples first?

Photographs can only take you so far. Oak changes character dramatically depending on the light in your home — a warm honey tone under showroom lighting can read much cooler in a north-facing London living room. A real sample lets you check the colour against your walls, skirting and furniture, feel the brushed or lacquered texture underfoot, and judge the grain and knot character at full scale before you spend anything on a full order.

How the free sample service works

Pick up to four finishes from the selector above — we suggest choosing contrasting tones rather than four near-identical boards — and add them to your basket. We cut every sample from genuine stock, so the thickness, wear layer and finish are exactly what arrives when you order the full floor. Samples are dispatched quickly and delivered free anywhere in the UK, with absolutely no obligation to buy.

What to do once your samples arrive

Live with them for a couple of days. Move them around the room, check them in morning and evening light, and place them flat on the floor rather than propped against a wall. When you've chosen your finish, use our measuring guide to calculate the area you need including wastage, then order online or ask our team for a supply and installation quote anywhere in London. If you find the same floor cheaper elsewhere, our price match guarantee has you covered.