VidaSpace®

A lifetime of advice & support

Beyond aesthetics, architectural products must perform in their setting. Our superior finishes are the result of fearless thinking and artistic design, and are crafted to ensure timeless quality. We offer complimentary VidaCare lifetime advice and support, and stock leading maintenance products to ensure your finishes endure the test of time.

We craft endless possibilities

Challenge the ordinary and collaborate with our consultants to design a custom unique floor or interior wood finish that is truly one-of-a-kind. With our Bespoke service, the possibilities are endless, and the results spectacular.

The most environmentally-certified

We don’t just pay lip service. We are leading the way in the New Zealand wood flooring and veneer market with third-party environmental accreditations including FSC and Cradle to Cradle. We choose to partner with manufacturers that share our values – caring for forests, communities and their futures.

Our materials are honest

The beauty of wood is that every single piece is unique. Knots and all, the choice is yours. Our team of trained interior designers will ensure you’ll know what to expect from the beginning, so no matter how large or small your plans are, the result is extraordinary.

We're new, we're bold, and we're creating a path that no one has taken before. Anchored by over 25 years of family timber industry experience, we're continuously accelerating our craft to ensure our interior finishes empower the most demanding designs. Our team of experienced Interior and Specification consultants can collaborate with you to co-create your ultimate wooden interior masterpiece.

We don’t just pay lip service. We are leading the way in the New Zealand wood flooring and veneer market with third-party environmental accreditations including, FSC and Cradle to Cradle. We choose to partner with manufacturers that share our values – caring for forests, communities and their futures.

We have a responsibility to ensure that what we all leave behind us, will be enjoyed for generations to come. Not only is timber of the longest standing building materials in existence, but still today it is one of the most advanced, natural, renewable, and sustainable materials for construction.

Our Environmental Certifications

New Zealand has pledged to be a carbon zero nation by 2050, and we are committed to playing more than our fair share to make this a reality and for New Zealand to be a leader on the global stage. VidaSpace is proud to be the most environmentally certified on the market.

• Cradle to Cradle (C2C) | Silver
• FSC® Chain of Custody (CoC)
• Floorscore Accredited
• Purewood & Havseal

Endless possibilities spectacular results. VidaSpace specialises in 360° Wood Interiors, you can select products from our collections for nearly every interior application.

Flooring

Explore our Flooring collections to find your perfect floor – be it plank, herringbone, chevron, or a Bespoke design. Consider using the same flooring product vertically on walls and/or ceilings as a design feature.

Stairs

All VidaSpace Flooring products have accompanying stair solutions. We specialise in staircases of nearly all kinds – custom-designed profiles, standard square or flush stair nosings, floating stairs, raked stair treads and risers, metal anti-slip inset trims – speak to us about your stair design.

Walls & Ceilings

Any of our Interior and Flooring products can be used as cladding for walls and ceilings.

Joinery

From custom wardrobes to in-built shelving, our Shinnoki, Querkus, and Nordus veneer ranges are used for joinery applications, however with clever craftsmanship, nearly all of our products can be utilised.

Kitchens

Our Shinnoki, Querkus, and Nordus veneer ranges are incredibly popular for entire kitchens – from kitchen cabinetry, drawers, islands, counter fronts, hidden doors, open shelving, to feature walls and ceilings. All of our Flooring is suitable for laying in kitchens.

Integrations

Our Shinnoki, Querkus, and Nordus veneer ranges can be used with integrated appliances, fireplaces, TV units, and hidden doors.

Bathrooms

Our Shinnoki, Querkus, and Nordus veneer ranges are perfect for bathroom vanities and shelving. All of our Flooring is suitable for laying in powder rooms.

Furniture

Custom one-of-a-kind furniture pieces such as table tops, freestanding shelving and storage units can be made with any of our products for both residential and commercial projects.

Doors

Any of our products, but most commonly our Shinnoki, Querkus, and Nordus veneer ranges can be used to make interior doors, for seamlessness with other timber finishes in the space.

Curves

Curved surfaces can be achieved with our Shinnoki, Querkus, Nordus, and VidaGroove Slats ranges.

Elevate your interior with VidaSpace. Request a project consultation and one of our team of trained interior designers will be able to guide you through the process.

Visit our world-class showrooms and explore our exquisite collections of interior finishes. 

Auckland Showroom
105 St Georges Bay Road, Parnell, Auckland

Wellington Showroom
Upstairs in the Wellington Design Library
282 Thorndon Quay, Pipitea, Wellington

Christchurch Showroom
143 Victoria Street, Christchurch 

Showroom Opening Times:
Mon – Fri 8.30am to 5pm

0800 119 388 | hello@vidaspace.co.nz

There's a breath of fresh air coming your way with the launch of the 2024 VidaBook. Bursting with vibrancy and inspiration, this new edition is set to redefine the way we think about interior timber finishes.

One of the most exciting features of the 2024 VidaBook is the eye-catching and eclectic TABU veneer range which we are proud to be bringing from Cantù, Italy to the New Zealand market for the very first time. We guarantee you’ve never seen anything like it.

Perhaps most notable for VidaSpace in 2024 is the launch of the VidaSpace EcoSystem –the world’s first integrated timber interiors specification system.

The VidaSpace Ecosystem was developed to create a new and unique approach to specifying timber interiors, redefining the traditional designer + supply partner relationship. A fully integrated system of colour, limitless applications, installation systems, and aftercare.

A concept that we have dreamed about since the inception of VidaSpace in 2015, is now finally a reality, and furthermore – a world-first. We can’t wait to tell you more about it and for it to take over the interiors market in Aotearoa.

The 2024 VidaBook serves as a reminder to appreciate the kaleidoscope of moments that shape our stories. It encourages us to break free from the monotony of the everyday and embrace the joy, vivacity, and colour that surrounds us.

Request a hard copy here or download the digital version here.

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Collaborate with our consultants to design a custom floor or interior wood finish that is truly one-of-a-kind.

With our Bespoke service, the possibilities are endless, and the results spectacular.

Bespoke Flooring

Can’t find exactly what you are looking for? We can develop a bespoke solution to your preferred size, colour, finish, texture or pattern. Collaborating with some of New Zealand’s leading interior designers and architects, our team have developed some truly exquisite floors from enormous planks, random widths to intricate parquetry along with matching trims, borders and brass inserts. Our bespoke offering also includes a matching service, so if you have a product you have found and would love us to match it, get in touch with our team and they will deliver on this.

Working alongside our global partners Havwoods International, we can offer a consistent brand elements for global brands such as hotels, retail stores, restaurants and offices. Get in touch with our team today to discuss your project.

Bespoke Veneer Panels

Flexible veneers, different panel thicknesses and environmental certifications are just some of the ways we can customise veneers for your project with our global partners Decospan. From over 50 different species, 11 different texture options, veneer thicknesses from 0.6mm to 2mm and unfinished through to bespoke colour prefinished panels, there are 1000’s of options.

Almost anything is possible and we leave no stone unturned, all products are available with matching edge banding in real wood or ABS, protective film on prefinished panels, MR or FR cores, and a matching control sample service.

Bespoke Walls + Ceilings

Our bespoke team have worked on an extensive range of bespoke designer walls and ceilings projects with New Zealand’s leading designers. Tackling each project with a fresh perspective and a ‘can do’ attitude means some amazing results have been achieved.

Working with materials from charred timber, reclaimed wood, custom profile panelling, unique brick and concrete wall finishes. We work with you to develop a solution that not only meets the aesthetic requirements but is also viable within budgets and easy to work with and install.

What is engineered wood flooring?
An engineered board is, quite simply, a timber board that consists of more than one layer. By placing each layer so that the grain runs perpendicularly it becomes virtually impossible for the timber to swell or shrink with changes in humidity and so it dramatically increases the stability. The top layer of an engineered board (the lamella) is solid wood, usually hardwood, and may be anything from 2 to 6mm thick; obviously the thicker the surface layer the more times it can be sanded and refinished to remove the ravages of wear; the thickest wear layers are equivalent to those on solid timber boards. The lamella is securely bonded to one or two further layers – this may be a multi-layered plywood or a sandwich with either a softwood or hardwood core.

Engineered boards should not be confused with laminate or veneer. Laminate uses an image of wood on its surface whilst veneer uses only a very thin layer of wood over a core of some type of composite wood product, usually fibreboard.

Engineered timber is now the most common type of wood flooring used globally and the technology has enabled the production of much wider boards as well as the application of an enormous variety of really interesting finishes. 

What are the benefits of engineered wood flooring?
No matter how well seasoned, oiled, waxed or lacquered it may be, wood remains hydroscopic. This means that when the humidity is high it will absorb some of that moisture, swell and rise or ‘crown’ in the middle. If that same piece of timber is placed in a dry environment – as happens when using heating or air conditioning – it will release its moisture, dry out and shrink. Lay pieces of timber side by side in a confined space and those changes in humidity, over time, may well result in them bowing, warping, cupping or gapping – gaps between the planks. This is what can happen with a solid wood floor, wall or ceiling.

Engineered boards are like solid timber planks with lots of benefits:

• They are far more stable than solid wood planks so there is far less likelihood of eventual problems and much wider boards can be produced.
• Engineered boards are usually available pre-finished which means a reduced installation time and no surprises on site.
• Unlike the vast majority of solid timber planks, engineered boards can usually be fitted over underfloor heating.
• Engineered boards make far more efficient use of slow-growing, lamella layer timbers (oak, walnut, etc).
• Engineered boards offer alternative, easier methods of installation. 

What is solid wood flooring?
A solid wood floor is floor laid with planks or boards which have been milled from a single piece of timber, usually a hardwood. Since wood is hydroscopic (it acquires and loses moisture from the ambient conditions around it) this potential instability effectively limits the length and width of the boards. Solid hardwood flooring is usually cheaper than engineered timbers and damaged areas can be sanded down and refinished repeatedly, the number of timbers being limited only by the thickness of wood above the tongue. Solid construction timber is often used for sports floors and most traditional wood blocks, mosaics and parquetry are also of solid construction. 

What is an oiled finish?
Oil penetrates deep into the wood and brings out the true beauty of both the colour and grain as well as providing protection for the product. In addition to providing a natural look, oiled products lend themselves to being spot repaired in the event of surface damage.

Most oiled products require an additional coat of oil or Hardwax Oil, a mixture of sunflower, soybean and thistle oil, carnauba and candelilla wax after installation. This is micro-porous, water-repellent, dirt-, wears-, and stain-resistant against wine, beer, cola, coffee, tea, fruit juices and milk; it will not crack, flake, peel or blister. 

What is a lacquered finish?
Lacquer is normally a polyurethane coating that is applied to the surface of a wooden floor by brush or roller. The polyurethane covers the pores of the wood and forms a hard, resilient coating that protects the wood from dirt and moisture ingress. A good quality lacquer will protect a wooden floor for anything from 12 months to 6 years, depending upon the amount of foot traffic. 

Can my wood floor be reused or recycled?
Floating floors with a click system joint between planks can be laid without bonding them to the sub-floor. These floors can be uplifted and re-laid several times. Nearly all VidaSpace floors can be sanded and refinished to prolong their life and change their appearance if desired, so the floor doesn’t need replacing when you want to redecorate – something which is unique to wooden floors. 

How long is the Warranty on my wood flooring?
This can vary depending on the specification of your product and whether the product is being used in a residential or commercial setting. Typical residential warranties are between 10 and 20 years. 

What is the difference between a solid and engineered wood floor?
A solid wooden floor is milled form a single piece of wood and is uniform throughout. An engineered floor has a hardwood top layer with cross-laminated layers of timber beneath to add structural stability. This reduces movement and increases stability under exposure to varying temperatures and humidity in the environment. 

How do I order a sample?
To order a sample of any of our products, click ‘Order A Free Sample’. 

What are the Showroom opening times?
To find out the opening times of any of our showrooms, please click here. 

Can I fit wood flooring over underfloor heating?
As a general rule, VidaSpace do not recommend the use of solid wood over underfloor heating. The majority of engineered boards are, however, perfectly suited to use with underfloor heating; this is particularly true of those with an oak lamella and less likely to be so for ones using exotic timbers. Always check with VidaSpace before specifying any wood floor for use with underfloor heating. 

What is a floating floor installation?
A floating floor installation is one where the planks are attached to each other instead of to the subfloor over which it is being laid. It is a fast, relatively easy method of fixing which allows some room for movement and expansion given changes in humidity; the floor can be removed easily too, making it ideal for commercial applications where the flooring is more likely to be changed within the foreseeable future. Floating installations are usually associated with the fitting of engineered wood floors but, in fact, solid wood boards can also be laid floating over a suitable subfloor providing a damp-proof membrane is laid and Elastilon employed. 

Who can install my wood floor?
Generally, we recommend that a competent professional installer is appointed to install VidaSpace floors but for those who wish to install their flooring themselves, we are happy to give guidance on how to achieve a successful installation. 

What are the expansion gaps?
Wood is a natural material which passively changes its moisture content to reach equilibrium with its environment (hygroscopy). At times of the year where humidity is higher, wooden floors will take on moisture from the air and this causes some expansion. Equally, when humidity decreases, the floor will contract slightly The expansion gap allows for this expansion to occur without creating any tension in the floor from the wood pushing against walls, door frames, pipes etc.

How much wastage shall I encounter for?
The area(s) of installation will dictate the wastage on any installation, with small areas requiring more wastage than open spaces. For planks we typically advise on 8-12% wastage and patterned floors, such as herringbone or chevron, may need 15-20% wastage. Always consult with the installer for accurate wastage calculations. 

Why is there a colour variation on my flooring?
Wood is a natural material and each piece of each tree will vary in colour and grain structure. Colour variation is dictated by the age, location, exposure, soil pH and multiple other factors during the growth of the tree. 

How much wood do I need to order for my project?
The order quantity will be the net measure of the areas where the product is to be installed plus the wastage allowance (see above). 

What is meant by prime, select, nature and rustic grade in wood?
For a full explanation of the different wood grades available, and to download our information sheets, please see our page on wood flooring grades. 

How do I care for an oiled wood floor?
Oiled wood floors are very easy to care for. For everyday cleaning to remove dust or loose debris a broom, vacuum cleaner or dry mop is all that is required. For more thorough cleaning, damp mop using a diluted oiled wood floor cleaner. In public places where the footfall is greater, oiled wood floors may be damp mopped on a daily basis and should be treated regularly with a maintenance wax. 

This may be applied to the most heavily used areas or to the whole floor, spreading it with an electric, single-disc buffing machine with a beige pad. Maintenance wax need only be applied to residential flooring when the wood begins to look a little lifeless. 

How long will my wood flooring last?
A properly installed and maintained wooden floor will last for many years (and decades). Havwoods offer varying specifications of product which have different designed lifespans.

Can I install wood floors in a pet friendly home?
Wooden floors contribute to a healthy living environment for all of the family, including pets. It is important to keep pet claws trimmed to reduce any abrasion that these can cause. Maintenance products can be applied to all of our floors to reduce the appearance of minor scratches over time. 

Is my wood flooring water/liquid proof?
All VidaSpace wood floors are tested for stain and spillage resistance When floors are being installed into commercial spaces or busy kitchens, it is often a good idea to apply maintenance products soon after installation to ensure that the surface finish is maintained in these more demanding areas. 

How do I maintain the durability of my flooring?
Day-to-day cleaning involves sweeping your floor and cleaning with a spray-mop and the correct cleaning solution for the surface finish. Periodic maintenance can be carried out on all floors through the application of a maintenance product, such as a refresher for lacquered floors or Liquid Wax Cleaner for UV oil, natural oil and hard-wax oil finishes. 

What should I do if my flooring gets damaged?
Dents and scratches may occur over time these can be fixed with the application of maintenance products or easy to use repair kits. 

Can my wood floor be sanded and refinished?
The vast majority of VidaSpace floors can be sanded and refinished multiple times over their lifetime. Each time a floor is sanded, the appearance can be tailored to fit the decoration scheme of the room/area where the floor is installed. 

How do I care for a lacquered wood floor?
Lacquered wood floors are very easy to care for. For everyday cleaning a broom, vacuum cleaner or micro-fibre mop may be used to remove dust and loose debris. For wet cleaning the floor should be misted from a pump spray bottle to avoid it becoming too wet and dried using a micro-fibre wet head. Do not use conditioner, cleanser or steam mop on a lacquered wooden floor. 

What is FSC®?
FSC® stands for Forestry Stewardship Council. It is an independent, non-governmental, non-profit-making organization established to promote the responsible management of the world’s forests. The FSC principles and criteria aim to ensure that forest can be managed to meet the social, economic, ecological and cultural needs of both present and future generations. Products may be from an FSC source but cannot carry the FSC label unless the chain of custody throughout is FSC approved. 

What is PEFC?
The PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) is the world’s largest forest certification organization. It is international and non-governmental and tends to be the certification system of choice for small forest owners. It sets very high standards for certification including the maintenance of biodiversity, the protection of ecologically important areas, the prohibition of most hazardous chemicals and GMOs and the protection of workers’ rights and welfare.

What is the difference between Genuine Reclaimed and Reproduction Reclaimed?
Genuine Reclaimed wood is exactly that, simply old wood that has been used and have been salvaged and re-produced into T&G wood or other type of timber product … simply it’s the real deal!

Reproduction Reclaimed is wood that has been harvested under normal conditions and then produced in the mill to imitate old reclaimed wood. Quite often this is used with engineered backing rather than in a solid format.

What is a composite panel?
TrikBrik composite panels are a leading innovation to achieve a very realistic finish in brick and stone but manufactured in a very lightweight construction and are very simple to install. The 1m² panels have dovetail edges so they interlock on the wall. These panels are manufactured in two layers as follows:

1st Layer: It’s a layer of 3.5mm of concrete polymer in a base of stone called ‘STONE’
composed of a mix of 15% of resin with their appropriate catalyst and the 85% of
arids (calcium carbonate, dolomites, silicates, alumines, melanins and fire-resistant additives)

2nd Layer: The 2nd layer is composed of an injection of polyurethane foam with opened
cell that provides to the panel a very thermic and acoustic insulation. Called ‘Polyurethane’.

What are fire ratings?
The New Zealand the Building Code (NZBC) requirements for internal surface finishes are given in Clause 3.4(a).  These are given as Group Numbers when tested is the performance determined under the conditions described in ISO 9705:1993 ‘Fire tests– The full scale room test for surface products. The Group Number is a numeric representation of the performance achieved during the test and is used as a standardised benchmark for the assessment of surface finish performance. The Group Number requirements are repeated within the Acceptable Solutions C/AS1-C/AS7 relevant to each risk group.

In Europe, the reaction to fire, of construction products and materials are classified using the criteria and test methods described in EN 13501-1. There are five classification levels A1, A2, B, C, D, E and F (from least to most combustible).

The co-relation of wall and ceiling surface finishes derived from Australian or European classifications to the Group Number requirements of NZBC Clause 3.4(a) can, without the need for further testing, be taken as described in the following table. https://www.building.govt.nz/building-code-compliance/c-protection-from-fire/c-clauses-c1-c6/surface-finishes/