Tesoro Woods Broad French Oak - Nantes 9-1/2"

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Tesoro Woods Broad French Oak – Nantes 9-1/2"

Nantes is a weathered grey-taupe French oak with a soft, driftwood feel. Its muted tone and natural knots give the wide 9-1/2" planks a relaxed, coastal character.

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is Nantes? A weathered grey-taupe, a blend of soft grey and warm beige that reads like driftwood.

Is Nantes a cool or warm grey? It leans cool, but the taupe undertone keeps it from feeling cold or flat.

Does grey oak go with white cabinets? Yes. Nantes pairs especially well with white, grey, and navy cabinetry.

Can Nantes be installed in a basement? Yes. Broad French Oak is engineered hardwood rated for above- or below-grade installation, and it can be glued down, nailed down, or floated. Follow Tesoro Woods' installation guidelines for subfloor moisture testing and prep.

Product Specs

• Color: Nantes
• SKU: BRO-FW09-NAN
• Collection: Tesoro Woods Broad French Oak
• Species: French Oak
• Grade: Light Rustic: natural knots, filled and unfilled cracks, and heartwood/sapwood contrast, with a slightly cleaner overall look than full Rustic
• Surface: Light Wire Brush
• Finish: UV finish, matte gloss
• Dimensions: 5/8" thick x 9-1/2" wide x random lengths up to 82"
• Wear Layer: 4mm sawn French Oak
• Construction: Engineered, 3-layer format with a solid cross-slat core
• Milling: Regular tongue & groove with beveled edges and ends
• Installation: Glue-down, nail-down, or floating; above or below grade
• Carton Coverage: 32.55 sq ft per carton (approx. 2 lbs per sq ft)
• Warranty: 27-Year Residential, 5-Year Commercial, Lifetime Structural
• Certifications: FloorScore Certified, GREENGUARD Gold Certified, 100% PEFC-certified material with chain of custody from forest to jobsite
• Environmental: No added urea formaldehyde (NAF); Lacey Act and Prop 65 compliant; no halogenated hydrocarbons, herbicides, or heavy metals
• Matching Moldings: Quarter round, T-molding, threshold, stair nosing, and reducer (call for pricing)
• Manufacturer: Tesoro Woods

Extra-Wide French Oak, Built to Last

Every Nantes plank is 9-1/2" wide and 5/8" thick, with a 4mm sawn French oak wear layer on a solid cross-slat core in a stable 3-layer engineered format. The thick sawn face looks and feels like solid hardwood, and the cross-slat core resists the cupping and gapping that wide solid planks can show with seasonal humidity changes. A UV-cured matte finish over a light wire-brushed surface keeps the look natural and low-sheen.

Healthy, Responsibly Sourced Flooring

Tesoro Woods builds Broad French Oak from 100% PEFC-certified material, with chain of custody documented from forest to jobsite. It is FloorScore and GREENGUARD Gold certified for low emissions, has no added urea formaldehyde, and is Lacey Act and Prop 65 compliant.

Design Pairing Guide — Nantes

Nantes suits coastal, modern farmhouse, and contemporary interiors. Pair it with white or soft grey walls, navy or slate accents, and brushed nickel or matte black hardware.

Ideal Applications

Living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, hallways, home offices, kitchens, and basements (above or below grade). Wide planks especially suit large, open floor plans. Wipe up spills promptly. Not recommended for full bathrooms, laundry rooms with standing water, or other wet areas.

Why Choose Nantes?

For a soft, weathered grey wide-plank oak with natural character, Nantes is the collection's coastal color.