Tesoro Woods Noble French Oak - Esquire 7-1/2"

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Tesoro Woods Noble French Oak – Esquire 7-1/2"

Esquire is a soft, light beige French oak with a gentle warm cast. Its clean Select grade and ultra-matte finish give it a quiet, polished look that fits modern and classic homes alike.

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is Esquire? A soft light beige oak, warmer than Duke and a little softer than Count.

Is Esquire warm or cool? Warm but subtle. It reads as a gentle, natural beige rather than yellow or orange.

How glossy is the finish? Very low. Noble has an ultra-matte UV finish (about 7% gloss) with a carbide-enhanced anti-scratch top coat.

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

Product Specs

• Color: Esquire
• SKU: NOB-FWO7-ESQ
• Collection: Tesoro Woods Noble
• Species: French Oak
• Grade: Select: a very clean grade with minimal knots and more uniform color
• Surface: Light Wire Brush
• Finish: UV-cured ultra-matte finish (about 7% gloss) with a carbide-enhanced anti-scratch top coat
• Dimensions: 1/2" thick x 7-1/2" wide x random lengths up to 71"
• Wear Layer: 2mm sawn French Oak
• Construction: Engineered, multi-ply core
• Milling: Regular tongue & groove with beveled edges and ends (4 sides)
• Installation: Glue-down, nail/staple, or floating; above or below grade
• Carton Coverage: 25.77 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

Clean Select-Grade French Oak, Built to Last

Esquire is cut from Select-grade French oak, the cleanest grade Tesoro offers, with minimal knots and even color. A 2mm sawn oak wear layer sits on a stable multi-ply engineered core, and the surface is lightly wire-brushed and sealed with a UV-cured ultra-matte finish that includes a carbide-enhanced anti-scratch top coat for everyday durability.

Healthy, Responsibly Sourced Flooring

Tesoro Woods builds Noble 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 — Esquire

Esquire works with cream and warm-white walls, soft greige upholstery, natural stone, and brushed brass. It suits transitional, modern-organic, and soft contemporary rooms.

Ideal Applications

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

Why Choose Esquire?

For a calm, warm light oak with a clean, refined look, Esquire is the collection's soft neutral.