Mercier Flooring

Source by Mercier

White oak, red oak and ash by Mercier, three North American species in solid 3/4 inch hardwood.

Authorized Mercier dealer
Family-owned since 1983
Showroom in Saint-Jérôme
Construction
Solid hardwood, 3/4 in
Species
White oak, red oak, ash
Grade
Distinction
Width
3 1/4 and 4 1/4 in
Finish
Semi-gloss or matte
Specifications

The technical details.

Our hardwood floors are chosen to perform well in Quebec’s cold-climate conditions.
Species
White oak, red oak, ash
Grades
Distinction
Width
3 1/4 in 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 Source hardwood is made for Quebec homes.

Source brings together three North American species that perform well in our homes. White oak stands up to humidity, red oak offers a warm grain, and ash brings a light tone with bold graining.

“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.
Installation and climate

What it takes for a hardwood floor to last in Quebec.

Solid Source 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

Frequently asked questions.

Is solid hardwood a good choice for Quebec winters?
Yes, as long as you keep indoor humidity between 35% and 55% year-round. Solid wood reacts to humidity swings, and Quebec winters drop indoor humidity. With a humidifier on a forced-air system, a Source floor performs beautifully for decades.
What is the difference between solid and engineered?
Solid hardwood is milled from one piece of wood and can be sanded many times. Engineered uses a real wood surface over a cross-layered core, which stays more stable over concrete and radiant heat.
Can it go over a concrete slab?
Solid hardwood is not recommended directly over concrete. For basements and slabs, choose an engineered floor instead.
How often can it be refinished?
A 3/4 in solid floor can typically be sanded and refinished several times over its life, which is part of what makes it last for generations.
Visit us

Ready to see Source in person?

Visit our Saint-Jérôme showroom to see and feel the Source finishes in person.

450, boul. Roland-Godard, Saint-Jérôme, QC  ·  (450) 431-8789