Malaysian wood flooring: Advantages and disadvantages, structure, classification, price list and top 3 best brands

Two outstanding advantages of genuine Malaysian wooden floors are termite resistance and moisture resistance.

Anti-termite

Malaysian wooden floors are termite-proof because they use tropical wood cores, which is a type of wood with high wood density. According to Dr. Michael D. Ulyshen (Entomologist), termite-resistant woods often have high wood density. This is confirmed in his study “Termites and floods affect microbial communities during wood decomposition” (2016).

In addition to high wood density, some tropical woods also contain natural substances that have anti-termite properties. For that reason, Malaysian wooden floors are effective against termites. Above all, the factory also applies advanced production technology to help increase the compression of wooden boards, making them stronger and less susceptible to termite and moisture damage.

Moisture resistant

Malaysian wooden floors are moisture resistant because the wood core has high compression. In addition, thanks to the use of tropical forest wood for production, this ability is also significantly enhanced. According to research by Wageningen University (Netherlands), the average Lignin content in tropical wood is 25-35%, while temperate wood is only 15-25%.

In particular, for Malaysian wooden floors to have higher water resistance and the ability to restore their original state when soaked in water, they must go through many stages, such as: using moisture-proof glue, surface treatment and locking.

Malaysian wooden floors have 4 layers, each layer takes on a separate function, providing optimal efficiency.

• Surface protection layer: This is the top layer made from aluminum oxide (Al2O3) that is responsible for protecting the floor from scratches, abrasion, fading and environmental impacts.
• Decorative layer: This layer delicately simulates natural wood grain, bringing aesthetic beauty to the floor. Manufacturers use modern printing technology to create vivid wood grain patterns, diverse in color and style.
• HDF wood core layer: The HDF (High Density Fiberboard) wood core layer is pressed from fine wood pulp under high pressure, creating a strong, stable structure and effectively preventing warping.
• Balanced sole layer: The bottom layer has the effect of preventing moisture, creating balance for the floor, preventing the floor from warping or shrinking during use.

Instead of using glue or nails, Malaysian wooden floors are designed with smart locks at the edges. This locking system makes installation easy, quick and accurate. Many factories also cover the edge of the wort with a layer of wax to prevent moisture.

The disadvantage when buying Malaysian wooden floors is that it is easy to mistakenly buy fake or counterfeit goods that do not meet the user's expectations.

Malaysian imported wooden floors have 2 types classified by thickness: 8mm and 12mm wooden floors.

Malaysian laminate flooring 8mm

This is Malaysian wood flooring with a thickness of 8mm. Because 8mm is the standard thickness, the product meets common needs such as living room, bedroom, office and kitchen.

5 beautiful 8mm Malaysian wood flooring models are:

• Light brown wooden floor pattern.
• Gray brown wooden floor pattern.
• Pearl gray wooden floor model.
• Golden brown wooden floor pattern.
• Honey brown wooden floor model.

The light brown 8mm Malaysian wood floor pattern creates a warm feeling for the bedroom

8mm Malaysian wood floor in gray brown color gives a space filled with peace

8mm Malaysian laminate flooring model in gentle pearl gray color

8mm Malaysian wooden floor in golden brown color with tropical wood grain creating a unique effect

Malaysian laminate flooring 12mm

This is Malaysian wood flooring with a thickness of 12mm. With this thickness, the floor has good bearing capacity and effective impact resistance. The floor is suitable for installation in locations with high traffic density or heavy load such as hotel lobbies, restaurant lobbies, company offices, coffee shops, clothing stores.

5 beautiful 12mm Malaysian wood flooring models are:

• Orange brown wooden floor model.
• Dark yellow brown wooden floor pattern.
• Dark gray wooden floor pattern.
• Neutral brown wooden floor model.
• Gray and white wooden floor pattern.

12mm Malaysian wood flooring model in warm orange-brown color

12mm Malaysian wooden floor model in rustic dark golden brown color

Luxurious dark gray 12mm Malaysian laminate flooring model

12mm Malaysian laminate flooring model in elegant neutral brown color

12mm Robina Malaysian wooden floor model in bright gray and white color

The 3 best Malaysian wood flooring brands today are:

• Robina wooden floors.
• Inovar wooden floors.
• Vario wooden floors.

Robina Laminate Flooring

Robina is a genuine Malaysian wood flooring brand, manufactured from the Robina Flooring Sdn Bhd factory. Not only does it possess termite-resistant wood cores typical of tropical forests, the floorboards are also formed using modern German production machinery. Depending on the thickness, the quality warranty limit of the floor changes:

• 8mm thick Robina floor: 15 year quality warranty.
• 12mm thick Robina floor: 25 year quality warranty.

A special feature of Robina Flooring's Malaysian laminate flooring is that it possesses a lock protected by VEPS technology, providing high tightness and noise protection when installing and moving on the surface. More than that, this technology also protects the wort edge from water and moisture, and has the ability to lock surface water for 72 hours (an ability recognized by Nalfa itself).

Recently, Robina Flooring factory also launched the Robina Aqua flooring line, serving customers in high humidity areas. The floor has been upgraded to withstand flooding for 10 days (committed to Kosmos warranty).

Receive 10 million VND immediately for the person who discovers that the Robina wooden floor is infested with termites and the distributor is ready to replace the entire floor.

Inovar wood flooring

Inovar is a genuine Malaysian laminate flooring brand, manufactured at the Inovar Floor Sdn Bhd factory. Not only laminate flooring, Inovar Floor Sdn Bhd factory also produces a series of other types of flooring such as: natural wood floors, plastic floors, plastic wood floors,...

Malaysian Inovar wooden floors are divided into separate lines such as:

• Original: flat grained wooden floor (NovarLoc lock) with recessed wood grain surface.
• Elite: the floor has a new generation silk surface.
• Traffic Zone: floor with rough wood grain surface, flat seam.
• Formed Eger: the floor has a sunken wood grain surface, smooth as silk with U seam.
• V-groove: rough wooden floor with V-shaped groove.
• DuraShine: luxurious glossy wooden floor with V-edge.
• InVogue: flat floor, with sunken wood grain in European style.

Inovar's wood flooring collection is extremely diverse and deserves to be recognized as a European standard wood flooring brand.

Wood Floor Vario

Vario is a Malaysian imported wood flooring brand produced by Robina Flooring Sdn Bhd factory. The design of this type of flooring is highly appreciated by Vietnamese consumers because of its authenticity and eye-catching colors.

It is tropical wood in Malaysia and German technology that makes Vario - this Malaysian imported laminate flooring brand, not hesitate to confront termites. The product has a 15-year termite warranty and a quality warranty of up to 20 years.

Also protected by the VEPS system, which limits water from seeping through the joints, the floor is installed well in areas at risk of moisture in the house such as: areas near the toilet, kitchen area, etc. Not to mention the climate. Malaysia is almost compatible with Vietnam, so the product is extremely suitable for Vietnamese households.

How to recognize genuine Malaysian imported wooden floors

To recognize genuine Malaysian imported wood flooring, you must do the following 3 things:

• Verify factory information.
• Check for the “Made in Malaysia” label.
• Check original documents of origin (CO) and quality (CQ)

How to verify factory information and why it is necessary to check CO/CQ/label, please refer to the detailed information in the article "How to distinguish real and fake Malaysian wood floors".

Are Malaysian wooden floors expensive?

Malaysian wooden flooring prices are not expensive, belonging to the mid-range segment. The following is a table comparing the price of Malaysian wooden floors with domestic and imported European wooden floors.

Is it difficult to construct Malaysian laminate flooring?

Construction of Malaysian laminate flooring is not difficult, including:

• B1: Renovating the construction site's ground surface
• Step 2: Gather installation tools and let the floor adjust to room temperature
• B3: Install the brace base
• Step 4: Spread foam flooring
• Step 5: Assemble the floorboards through the lock
• Step 6: Install wooden floor accessories.

Note: Laminate floors need to leave space between the wall and the base of the door.

How to clean wooden floors imported from Malaysia?

Cleaning wooden floors imported from Malaysia by sweeping dirt and wiping with a damp cloth. Absolutely do not pour water directly on the floor or use hard brushes or strong detergents.

Does Malaysian wood flooring have a negative impact on the environment?

Malaysian wooden floors use planted wood instead of wood harvested from natural forests. Some manufacturing plants also apply green technologies to minimize environmental impact, such as using renewable energy and minimizing chemical use.

Is Malaysian laminate flooring safe for health?

Whether Malaysian laminate flooring is safe or not depends on Formaldehyde concentration. We choose products with safety certification such as CARB P2 or achieving Formaldehyde concentration index of E1.

Is scratch-resistant Malaysian wood flooring good?

Malaysian wooden floors are scratch resistant with AC4 index or higher.

How many wooden flooring factories are there in Malaysia?

The number of wooden flooring factories in Malaysia is not officially announced. However, according to some sources, There are 3 reputable wooden flooring factories in Malaysia: Robina, Inovar and Synchrowood.

Can Malaysian wooden floors be used in bathrooms?

Wood floors often cannot withstand high humidity and are susceptible to warping and rotting in bathroom environments. Some types of wooden floors are specially designed to withstand high humidity and have good water resistance, but they should still not be used to line bathroom floors, which are often wet.

Can Malaysian laminate flooring be used for the garden?

Malaysian laminate flooring cannot be used for gardens, places exposed to rain, sun and harsh weather conditions.

How long is the lifespan of Malaysian laminate flooring?

The average lifespan of Malaysian laminate flooring is from 20 to 30 years, The thicker the wooden floor, the greater its durability and longevity.

All information about Malaysian wood flooring (Malaysian laminate flooring) is fully summarized above. If you have any questions about this line of flooring materials, you can contact us at this number. 0981 535 059.