Hickory Timber Flooring

Hickory timber flooring stands out for its strength, natural grain, and long-lasting finish. With a Janka rating of 8.5, it’s built to handle heavy use in family homes or commercial spaces. It also meets BAL 12.5 standards, making it suitable for bushfire-prone areas. The grain is full of contrast and texture, with warm tones that work well in both contemporary and traditional designs.

Why Choose Hickory Timber Flooring?

Tough Enough for Everyday Use

Hickory is one of the tougher hardwoods on the market, which is why it’s often chosen for spaces that see a lot of foot traffic. Whether it’s a busy home, an office, or a rental, this timber holds up without needing much in the way of special care.

With a Janka hardness rating of 8.5, it resists dents, scratches, and everyday wear better than many local species. That makes it a smart choice if you’re after flooring that keeps its shape and look over time.

Built for Australian Conditions

Despite being a Northern Hemisphere hardwood, Hickory performs well here when properly engineered. It handles moisture and movement reasonably well once acclimatised and finished. Its BAL 12.5 compliance also makes it suitable for areas with moderate bushfire risk, which is an important factor for many regional and outer-metro builds.

You’ll notice natural variation in the grain — some boards have soft golden tones, while others lean darker or redder. The contrast gives the floor some visual texture without becoming overpowering.

Installation That Works With You

Most Hickory flooring sold in Australia comes pre-engineered, meaning it’s built with a solid veneer over a stable core. That makes it less prone to warping and better suited for installs over concrete or plywood substrates. It can be floated or glued down, depending on the site and method used.

Boards are typically tongue-and-groove and end-matched, so installation is clean and efficient.

Simple Maintenance

This is a floor that’s easy to live with. There’s no need for special oils or sealants — just sweep, vacuum, and use a damp mop as needed. If you’re after a flooring option that looks natural, feels solid underfoot, and doesn’t demand constant upkeep, Hickory is worth a closer look. Contact us if you'd like help comparing finishes or seeing samples in person.

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Pick up from 170 Settlement Road, Thomastown. Stocked lines are usually ready the same day. Delivery across Melbourne and regional Victoria is quoted on the order; call (03) 9465 9875 for a price on your suburb.

All prices include GST. Flooring is priced per square metre, decking and dressed timber per lineal metre, framing and posts per length. Trade accounts get trade pricing on the site and at the counter: apply here.

Bring your room or deck sizes in, or call (03) 9465 9875, and we will work out boards, lengths, fixings and oil, with about 10% allowed for cuts.