Vidar Flooring — Premium Swedish Wide-Plank European Oak Engineered Hardwood
Vidar is the Swedish-made wide-plank European oak engineered hardwood brand that defined the modern Scandinavian floor aesthetic in North America. Wide-plank widths from 7.5" to 10.5", brushed matte and natural-oil finishes, and a curated color palette spanning honey, smoked, weathered, and chalk-white tones — Vidar is the brand designers specify when the floor itself is part of the design language. Yaletown Floor stocks 196 Vidar SKUs across the Valencia, Vintage, and signature collections — shipped Canada-wide with free samples.
Why Vidar engineered hardwood
- Swedish manufacturing, European oak source — Vidar produces in Sweden using European white oak (Quercus robur) — the densest, tightest-grain oak species on the market.
- Wide-plank specialist — 7.5–10.5" plank widths are the Vidar standard. The widest mainstream engineered hardwood available in Canada.
- Brushed matte aesthetic — Wire-brushed surface texture with matte UV-cured finishes — the designer-grade look that hides surface scratches and reads as authentic wood.
- Curated Scandinavian palette — Vidar's color development emphasizes natural tones — honey, smoked, weathered grey, chalk-white — designed to harmonize with Nordic and modern interiors.
- Engineered for Canadian climates — Multi-layer balanced plywood and HDF cores handle Canadian humidity swings while supporting radiant heat installations up to 27°C.
Vidar purchasing concerns — solved
- "How does Vidar compare to Bjelin?" Both are Swedish-made premium engineered hardwood. Vidar uses traditional 2–6mm wood veneer over engineered cores; Bjelin uses Woodura compressed wood-fiber technology that is 100% waterproof. Vidar is refinishable; Bjelin is built to last decades without refinishing.
- "Which Vidar collection should I choose?" Valencia for curated wide-plank European oak with brushed matte finish. Vintage for character-grade reclaimed-look aesthetic. Signature for the broadest color and width range.
- "Wear layer?" Most Vidar SKUs ship with 3–6mm wear layer. 4mm+ supports refinishing 2–3 times. 6mm performs similarly to solid hardwood for long-term refinishability.
- "How does Vidar compare to Twelve Oaks?" Both premium European-oak engineered. Vidar pioneered the Swedish wide-plank format in North America. Twelve Oaks offers wider style range and broader color palette. Sample both — finish character differs.
- "Delivery and samples?" Free samples Canada-wide in 2–3 business days. Free shipping on full-floor orders (1,000+ sq ft) via national freight.
Frequently asked questions
Is Vidar a good hardwood brand?
Yes — Vidar is recognized as a premium-tier Swedish-made wide-plank engineered hardwood brand. Particularly strong reputation for wide-plank European oak and matte brushed finishes.
Where is Vidar hardwood made?
Vidar is manufactured in Sweden using European-sourced white oak (Quercus robur).
How much does Vidar hardwood cost?
Vidar at Yaletown Floor ranges from $6 to $14 CAD per sq ft. Mid-range wide-plank at $7–$9; flagship 10.5" widths at $11–$14.
Is Vidar waterproof?
Vidar uses traditional engineered hardwood construction with aluminum-oxide finish — not waterproof at the material level. For waterproof engineered hardwood, see Bjelin Woodura.
Can Vidar be installed over radiant heat?
Yes — most Vidar SKUs are rated for radiant heat up to 27°C surface temperature. Confirm per product.
How do I order a sample?
Free samples on every Vidar SKU — click "Order Sample" on any product page. Ships Canada-wide in 2–3 business days.