AB Grade Oak

AB Grade Oak flooring refers to a specific quality grading of oak wood, often used in engineered or solid hardwood flooring, particularly European Oak. The AB grade is known for its clean and balanced appearance, falling between a very uniform select grade (like Prime or A) and more rustic grades (like C or D).

What AB Grade Means:

AB grade is a combination of:

• A Grade (Select/Prime): Very clean, minimal knots, consistent colour.
• B Grade (Natural/Standard): Slightly more variation, small knots, and some natural character.

AB Grade Oak typically includes:

• Small, sound knots(up to ~10–15mm)
• Mild colour variation (but mostly uniform)
• Minimal sapwood or filler
• Straight grain with limited natural features

Common Use:

AB Grade is ideal for:

• Residential and commercial settingswhere a natural look is desired without heavy rustic character.
• Projects that aim for a refined yet natural aesthetic.

NZ/AU Market:

In New Zealand and Australia, this grade is common in European Oak engineered flooring, and may sometimes be referred to as:

• “Classic”
• “Select/Natural”
• “Standard and Better”

Manufacturers may interpret AB slightly differently, so it's best to check product-specific grading definitions.