Origins by Mercier
A Mercier collection built around your choice of species: hard maple, hickory, white oak, red oak or yellow birch.
- Construction
- Solid hardwood, 3/4 in
- Species
- Maple, hickory, oak, birch
- Grades
- Select & Better, Distinction, Authentic
- Width
- 2 1/4 to 4 1/4 in
- Finish
- Semi-gloss or matte
The technical details.
- Species
- Maple, hickory, white oak, red oak, birch
- Grades
- Select & Better, Distinction, Authentic
- Width
- 2 1/4, 3 1/4 and 4 1/4 in
- Thickness
- 3/4 in
- Finish
- Semi-gloss or matte
- Construction
- Solid hardwood
- Origin
- North American hardwood
- Best for
- Main areas, living room and bedroom
- Radiant heat
- Not compatible
Why Origins hardwood is made for Quebec homes.
Origins by Mercier gives you an exceptional choice of hardwood species. Each one has its own character, color and grain. Whether you prefer the warmth of oak or the hardness of maple, you will find the floor that fits your style.
In Quebec, our cold winters and humid summers demand a durable, stable floor. Properly installed and maintained, solid hardwood resists humidity swings and keeps its look for years.
“Solid hardwood is an investment that lasts decades in a Quebec home, as long as you manage the winter humidity,” says Sefi Dollinger, Owner of Planchers Bellefeuille, serving Quebec homeowners since 1983.
What it takes for a hardwood floor to last in Quebec.
Solid Origins flooring is nailed down over a well-prepared wood subfloor. Solid hardwood is not recommended over a concrete slab (choose engineered instead) or with radiant heat. Always leave an expansion gap around the perimeter.
Target indoor humidity: 35-55%. Below 30%, wood cracks and gaps during winter. Above 60%, there is a risk of cupping. We recommend a central or portable humidifier through the heating season.
Frequently asked questions.
Is solid hardwood a good choice for Quebec winters?
What is the difference between solid and engineered?
Can it go over a concrete slab?
How often can it be refinished?
Ready to see Origins in person?
Visit our Saint-Jérôme showroom to see and feel the Origins finishes in person.