Introducing Karndean Van Gogh Grey Brushed Oak RKP120, a stunning large plank design that brings contemporary brushed oak aesthetics to life in an impressive 1420mm x 225mm (56" x 9") format. Inspired by the refined character of brushed European oak, this design features cool grey tones with subtle warm undertones and distinctive grain patterns that capture the authentic character of modern brushed oak finishes. The contemporary brushed finish creates gentle surface texture and soft tonal shifts that work beautifully across Scandinavian, minimalist, and modern interiors. The larger plank size creates a more expansive, premium appearance with fewer seams—perfect for contemporary spaces where you want to maximize the impact of beautiful wide-plank grey flooring. Unlike traditional hardwood flooring that requires professional installation, extensive subfloor preparation, and ongoing maintenance, Van Gogh Rigid Core's innovative 5G click-lock system allows confident DIY installation without glue or nails. The pre-attached acoustic foam backing reduces noise transfer by up to 21dB, making it perfect for upstairs bedrooms and multi-story homes where conventional hardwood would create excessive noise. This design is also available in gluedown plank format, small gluedown plank for herringbone installations, and rigid core herringbone format (SCH-VGW120), giving you exceptional flexibility to create coordinated multi-format installations in fashionable grey tones throughout your home. As part of Van Gogh Rigid Core's mid-range collection, Grey Brushed Oak Large Plank combines the distinctive grain detail and design heritage of premium hardwood with contemporary grey styling, installation convenience, acoustic performance, and enhanced 6.5mm stability that make it perfect for modern living, renovations, and DIY projects.
Key Features:
- Authentic Brushed Oak Design with contemporary grey character
- Large Plank Format for expansive, premium appearance
- Cool grey tones with subtle warm undertones
- Contemporary brushed finish with soft tonal shifts
- Distinctive oak grain patterns with natural variation
- Large Plank Format: 1420mm x 225mm (56" x 9") for fewer seams and modern aesthetic
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DIY-Friendly 5G Click-Lock System - easy installation without glue or nails
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Pre-attached Acoustic Foam Backing - no separate underlay needed
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Reduces noise transfer by up to 21dB - perfect for upstairs rooms
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6.5mm thickness - enhanced stability and comfort
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Available in multiple formats - gluedown plank, rigid core herringbone (SCH-VGW120), small plank for herringbone
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Larger planks mean faster installation - fewer pieces to lay
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100% Waterproof construction - suitable for kitchens and bathrooms
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Enhanced Surface Protection (K-Guard+ with PU coating)
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0.55mm wear layer for superior durability
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Micro bevelled edges for authentic wood appearance
- Lifetime Residential / 15-Year Commercial Warranty
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Mid-range pricing - distinctive quality with DIY savings
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K-Core rigid PVC for dimensional stability
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Plank-to-plank variation for authentic timber floor appearance
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Detailed brushed oak texture with realistic embossing
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Scandinavian-inspired grey palette - on-trend and versatile
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Warmer underfoot than real hardwood
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3.195m² box coverage - efficient coverage with large planks
Ideal For:
Residential Applications:
Grey Brushed Oak Large Plank's impressive dimensions and contemporary grey tones make it exceptionally versatile for modern homes, while the rigid core construction solves the traditional challenges of hardwood installation. Living rooms and open-plan spaces benefit enormously from the larger plank format—the 56" x 9" dimensions create an expansive, premium appearance with fewer seams, making rooms feel more spacious and cohesive while the grey tones provide a sophisticated contemporary foundation. Perfect for DIY renovations where you want the authentic look of wide-plank grey hardwood without the expense of professional installation, which typically costs £30-50 per square meter. Upstairs bedrooms benefit from the acoustic backing that reduces noise transfer by up to 21dB—traditional hardwood flooring creates loud footfall sounds that disturb rooms below, but rigid core vinyl solves this problem completely while delivering fashionable grey aesthetics. The cool grey tones work beautifully in Scandinavian-inspired hallways and entrances, creating a bright, serene flow throughout the home that aligns with Nordic design principles. In modern kitchens and dining rooms, the large grey planks provide an elegant, contemporary foundation that complements stainless appliances, white cabinetry, and minimalist styling, while remaining 100% waterproof and easy to clean after family meals. Home offices appreciate the professional, contemporary appearance and quiet underfoot feel—perfect for video calls where you want a modern backdrop and noise reduction is a concern. Master bedrooms and principal rooms can achieve the premium, high-end feel of wide-plank flooring in an on-trend grey palette. Contemporary bathrooms can incorporate the wide-plank grey aesthetic without the water-damage concerns of real wood. Rental properties benefit from the reversible click-lock installation—floors can be lifted and reinstalled when moving. The rigid core construction handles uneven subfloors better than hardwood, accommodating minor imperfections without costly floor preparation.
Commercial Applications:
Van Gogh Rigid Core's 15-year commercial warranty makes Grey Brushed Oak Large Plank suitable for moderate traffic commercial environments where a contemporary, refined appearance is important. Perfect for modern offices, particularly creative agencies and tech companies where the large grey plank format creates an impressive, fashion-forward atmosphere that signals contemporary thinking. The cool grey tones provide a neutral backdrop that works across various modern corporate design schemes. Contemporary boutique retail spaces including lifestyle stores, design-focused shops, and fashion boutiques appreciate the sophisticated foundation that aligns with current trends without competing with merchandise. Hospitality venues including boutique hotels, specialty coffee shops, and contemporary restaurants can achieve the premium wide-plank look in trendy grey tones associated with modern, design-conscious establishments, while benefiting from easy maintenance and waterproof construction. Co-working spaces and startup offices benefit from the acoustic properties—reducing noise in busy shared environments while projecting contemporary professionalism. Professional services targeting younger demographics—like architectural practices, design studios, and digital agencies—use wide-plank grey flooring to project sophisticated modernity. For quick turnaround projects, the click-lock installation combined with larger planks means coverage is faster than standard formats—minimizing business downtime. Show homes and property developments can achieve premium wide-plank aesthetics in fashionable grey at mid-range prices, creating impressive spaces that appeal to modern buyers. The contemporary grey palette ensures broad appeal while feeling current and fresh.
With 35 SKUs across the Van Gogh Rigid Core collection including standard planks, large planks, herringbone, and stone designs, there's exceptional versatility for projects requiring distinctive design quality with DIY-friendly installation.
Technical Excellence:
Grey Brushed Oak Large Plank is constructed using Karndean's advanced rigid core technology, delivering superior performance through carefully engineered layers:
K-Guard+ Surface Protection: The topmost layer features Karndean's enhanced PU technology that provides a hygienic, durable finish exceptionally easy to clean. This protective coating resists everyday wear, spills, and scuffs while maintaining the beautiful grey brushed oak appearance. Unlike real hardwood that requires regular refinishing, oiling, or varnishing, K-Guard+ keeps maintenance simple—just sweep and mop with Karndean Clean. The grey tones won't show dirt as readily as lighter colors, making maintenance even easier.
0.55mm Wear Layer: This substantial 20 mil wear layer provides superior protection from everyday traffic and wear, making it suitable for both residential and commercial applications. Traditional hardwood shows scratches, dents, and wear in high-traffic areas, but this enhanced wear layer ensures long-lasting performance even in busy family homes or commercial spaces. The grey color palette is particularly forgiving, concealing minor scuffs better than lighter woods.
High-definition Photographic Layer: This layer creates the strikingly realistic brushed oak grain you see underfoot, capturing the distinctive grain patterns, brushed surface texture, subtle color variation, and natural character of authentic European brushed oak. The enhanced detail and realistic embossing work together to deliver a convincingly authentic appearance that rivals expensive wide-plank hardwood. The contemporary grey tones are achieved through the photographic layer while maintaining authentic oak character.
K-Core Rigid Layer: The heart of the construction is Karndean's K-Core rigid PVC layer, which provides exceptional dimensional stability crucial for large plank formats. The rigid core prevents the planks from flexing, gapping, or warping—common problems with real hardwood, particularly in wider planks. This technology also supports the 5G click-lock mechanism that makes DIY installation of large grey planks possible.
Pre-attached Acoustic Foam Backing: This integrated cushioning layer is particularly important for larger planks in upstairs installations. Traditional wide-plank hardwood is extremely noisy, creating loud footfall sounds that disturb other rooms, especially below. The acoustic foam provides significant noise reduction (up to 21dB), making large grey planks practical for bedrooms and upper floors. It also enhances comfort underfoot, eliminates the need for separate underlay, and contributes to the warmer feel compared to real hardwood.
6.5mm Total Thickness: The substantial 6.5mm thickness provides superior stability essential for maintaining the dimensional integrity of large planks. This enhanced thickness also provides greater comfort and ability to handle minor subfloor imperfections that would be problematic with thinner products or real hardwood.
Installation & Maintenance:
DIY-Friendly Large Plank Installation: The 5G click-lock system makes professional-looking wide-plank grey installations accessible to confident DIYers. Traditional wide-plank hardwood requires skilled professional installation with glue-down or secret-nailing techniques costing £30-50 per square meter. This rigid core format simply clicks together, allowing you to create premium wide-plank grey floors yourself.
No Glue Required: As a floating floor system, the large planks simply click together without any adhesive. This makes installation cleaner, faster, and more forgiving than traditional hardwood installation.
No Underlay Needed: The pre-attached acoustic foam backing eliminates the need to purchase and install separate underlay—saving time, money, and ensuring consistent acoustic performance throughout.
Faster Coverage with Large Planks: The 56" x 9" dimensions mean you'll install fewer pieces to cover the same area compared to standard plank formats. This significantly speeds up installation—perfect for DIY projects where you want to complete rooms quickly while achieving contemporary grey aesthetics.
Fewer Seams, More Impact: Large grey planks create a more expansive, premium appearance with fewer visible seams. This is particularly effective in larger rooms and open-plan spaces where you want to maximize the visual impact of contemporary wide-plank flooring.
Straight Lay Installation: The most common pattern for large planks, running lengthwise creates clean, spacious feels that emphasize the generous plank dimensions and contemporary grey tones.
Diagonal Lay Option: Installing diagonally can make rooms appear larger and adds visual interest, though requires more cutting and waste.
Acoustic Benefits for Upstairs: The acoustic backing reduces noise transfer by up to 21dB, making wide-plank grey aesthetics practical for upstairs bedrooms where conventional hardwood would be problematic.
Reversible Installation: Unlike permanent hardwood installations that cannot be removed without destruction, rigid core can be lifted and reinstalled if needed—perfect for rental properties.
Suitable for Uneven Subfloors: The rigid core construction can accommodate minor subfloor imperfections that would require expensive leveling for hardwood installation. A damp-proof membrane is required for concrete subfloors.
Compatible with Underfloor Heating: Works perfectly with underfloor heating systems up to 27°C, providing gentle warmth that makes the grey aesthetic even more comfortable.
Simple Maintenance: Just sweep and mop with Karndean Clean—no sanding, refinishing, oiling, or varnishing. The K-Guard+ surface treatment means you'll never face the costly refinishing that hardwood requires every few years. Grey tones show less dirt than lighter colors.
Individual Plank Replacement: If damage occurs, individual planks can be clicked out and replaced by DIYers without professional help—impossible with glued or nailed hardwood.
Expansion Gaps Required: Unlike gluedown formats, rigid core requires small expansion gaps (5-10mm) around the room perimeter to allow for natural movement. These gaps are easily concealed with scotia beading or skirting boards in coordinating grey or neutral finishes.
Can Install Over Existing Floors: Suitable for installation over most existing hard floors, making renovations quicker and avoiding the costly floor removal hardwood would require.
Design Inspiration:
Grey Brushed Oak Large Plank's generous dimensions and contemporary grey palette offer exceptional design versatility for modern interiors:
Large Plank Advantages:
Enhanced Coverage and Contemporary Feel: The 56" x 9" large plank format in fashionable grey creates a more expansive, high-end appearance compared to standard planks. Fewer seams mean a cleaner, more sophisticated look that's particularly effective in larger living spaces, open-plan areas, and principal rooms where you want to create premium contemporary visual impact.
Perfect for Modern Spaces: The scale of large grey planks suits contemporary interiors perfectly. Modern homes with large rooms, high ceilings, and open layouts benefit from the proportions of wide planks in trendy grey—standard planks can look undersized in expansive spaces, but large grey planks maintain visual balance while feeling current and fashionable.
Faster DIY Installation: Larger planks mean fewer pieces to install, which significantly speeds up DIY projects. You'll cover more area with each piece, completing rooms faster while achieving professional-looking contemporary results.
Contemporary Aesthetic: Wide-plank flooring in grey is associated with modern, upscale interiors. The large format creates a current, fashionable look that feels fresh and on-trend rather than traditional.
Contemporary Grey Styling:
Scandinavian & Nordic: The cool grey brushed oak tones are perfect for Scandinavian-inspired interiors. The grey palette creates serene, sophisticated spaces that are signature to Nordic design, while the large planks add subtle visual interest without overwhelming minimal aesthetics. Pair with white walls, natural textiles, blonde wood furniture, and simple accessories for authentic Scandinavian elegance.
Modern Minimalist: Grey large planks are ideal for contemporary minimalist spaces. The generous dimensions and neutral grey tones work beautifully with clean lines, minimal decoration, and modern furniture. Combine with white or concrete-grey walls for sophisticated modern interiors that feel both warm and contemporary.
Industrial Chic: The grey palette works brilliantly in urban loft conversions and industrial-style spaces. Wide grey planks soften industrial elements like exposed brick, metal fixtures, and concrete features while maintaining contemporary edge and modern sophistication.
Monochromatic Schemes: Grey large planks provide an ideal foundation for monochromatic grey interiors that are currently on-trend. Layer different grey tones in walls, furniture, and accessories while the large plank format adds scale and visual interest without introducing color—sophisticated and contemporary.
Contemporary Transitional: The grey wide planks bridge traditional wood flooring proportions with modern color perfectly. Use in homes that blend contemporary and classic elements—the large format provides current styling while the grey tones keep the look fresh and fashion-forward.
Coastal & Beach House: The grey tones evoke weathered coastal aesthetics and modern beach house styling. Perfect for contemporary coastal properties or homes seeking relaxed, vacation-inspired atmospheres with a current grey palette. Pair with soft blues, whites, natural fibers, and casual furniture.
Versatile Neutral: Grey works as the ultimate contemporary neutral, coordinating with virtually any color scheme. Unlike warm browns that can clash with cool palettes, grey large planks work with blues, greens, purples, and warm tones equally well—providing flexibility as you change décor over years while remaining on-trend.
Small Space Contemporary: Grey tones make small rooms feel larger and more open than dark woods. The reduced number of seams from large planks creates a cleaner, less busy appearance that enhances the sense of space—perfect for compact contemporary homes where you want maximum visual impact with current styling.
Open-Plan Living: The large grey plank format is particularly effective in open-plan spaces. Use Grey Brushed Oak throughout kitchen, dining, and living areas to create cohesive, flowing contemporary interiors with a premium wide-plank foundation in fashionable grey.
Coordinate Across Formats:
Multi-Format Installations: Grey Brushed Oak is available in multiple formats. Consider using large plank rigid core in main living areas and bedrooms (acoustic benefits, expansive modern look), herringbone rigid core (SCH-VGW120) in dining rooms or hallways (traditional pattern in contemporary grey), and gluedown planks in ground-floor spaces (permanent installation). This creates coordinated grey aesthetics while maximizing format-specific advantages.
Mix with Van Gogh Planks: Large grey planks work beautifully as a foundation throughout main areas, then coordinate with complementary Van Gogh Rigid Core designs in specific rooms. The contemporary grey tones provide a versatile base that coordinates with numerous wood tones and styles while remaining fashion-forward.
Upstairs/Downstairs Strategy: Use RKP120 large plank rigid core upstairs (acoustic benefits crucial for bedrooms) and matching gluedown format downstairs (permanent installation for high-traffic ground floor). This creates coordinated contemporary grey aesthetics with installation formats optimized for each area.
Room-to-Room Flow: The contemporary grey palette and large plank format create seamless transitions between rooms in open-plan homes, making spaces feel larger, more connected, and cohesively modern.
Accessories & Finishing:
Complete your installation with Karndean scotia beading and skirting boards in coordinating grey, charcoal, or contemporary finishes. Use transition strips at doorways to create professional joins. The expansion gaps required for rigid core are easily concealed with appropriate finishing accessories that complement the modern grey aesthetic.
Why Choose Van Gogh Rigid Core:
DIY-Friendly Wide-Plank Installation: Save hundreds of pounds on professional installation costs with the simple click-lock system. Traditional wide-plank hardwood installation costs £30-50/m² in fitting alone—eliminate these costs entirely by installing contemporary grey wide planks yourself.
Large Planks, Faster Installation: The 56" x 9" format means you'll install fewer pieces to cover the same area, significantly speeding up DIY projects. Complete rooms faster while achieving premium wide-plank aesthetics in fashionable grey.
Pre-attached Underlay: No separate underlay to buy or install—the acoustic foam backing is already integrated, saving time and money on large plank installations.
Acoustic Performance: Reduces noise transfer by up to 21dB, making wide-plank grey aesthetics practical for upstairs bedrooms and multi-story homes where conventional hardwood would create excessive noise.
Quieter Than Hardwood: The acoustic backing creates a quiet walking surface compared to real hardwood that echoes and creates noise—particularly appreciated with large planks covering significant areas.
Warmer Than Real Wood: Unlike genuine hardwood that feels cold, rigid core vinyl remains comfortable and warm underfoot year-round—a significant comfort advantage with large planks covering bedrooms and living areas.
Contemporary Grey Styling: Achieve the fashionable grey palette that's dominating current interior design trends. Grey flooring is on-trend in Scandinavian, minimalist, industrial, and contemporary styles—this large plank format delivers that aesthetic with DIY convenience.
Mid-Range Excellence: Van Gogh Rigid Core delivers the same distinctive grain detail and wide-plank aesthetics as premium hardwood but in contemporary grey styling with installation convenience and DIY savings that make it accessible to more homeowners.
Authentic Brushed Oak Appearance: High-definition photographic layer and realistic embossing create convincingly authentic brushed oak grain and natural variation in fashionable grey tones that rival expensive wide-plank hardwood installations.
100% Waterproof Construction: Unlike real hardwood that suffers water damage, this large plank format is fully waterproof—suitable even for kitchens and bathrooms where traditional wide-plank hardwood would be impractical.
Enhanced Wear Layer: The 0.55mm (20 mil) wear layer provides superior durability that surpasses traditional hardwood finishes. Grey tones conceal minor wear better than lighter woods, maintaining appearance longer.
6.5mm Thickness: Substantially thicker than gluedown formats, providing the enhanced stability essential for maintaining the dimensional integrity of large planks.
Rigid Core Technology: K-Core provides exceptional dimensional stability, preventing the gapping, warping, and cupping common with real hardwood, particularly in wider plank formats.
Lifetime Residential Warranty: Superior warranty coverage for your wide-plank investment—hardwood warranties are typically much shorter and exclude water damage.
15-Year Commercial Warranty: Suitable for contemporary commercial offices, retail spaces, and hospitality venues requiring premium wide-plank grey aesthetics.
Perfect for Renovations: Can install over existing hard floors with minimal preparation—hardwood requires extensive subfloor preparation, leveling, and often complete floor removal costing hundreds of pounds.
Handles Uneven Subfloors: Rigid core construction accommodates minor imperfections that would require expensive leveling for hardwood installation—particularly important with larger plank formats.
Reversible Installation: Can be lifted and reinstalled if needed—impossible with glued or nailed hardwood that's permanently affixed and destroyed upon removal.
Quick Installation: Faster than traditional hardwood, meaning minimal disruption to your home—large planks with click-lock can be DIY-installed in weekends rather than weeks.
Easy Maintenance: Simple sweep and mop—no sanding, refinishing, oiling, or varnishing. Grey tones show less dirt than lighter woods. Traditional hardwood requires refinishing every 7-10 years at significant cost and disruption.
Hygienic: Won't harbor dust, dirt, or allergens in wood grain like real hardwood, and easier to keep pristine than natural wood.
Family-Friendly: Safe for children and pets, comfortable to play on, and easy to maintain even in busy households—hardwood scratches from pet claws and shows every impact. Grey tones are particularly forgiving.
Individual Plank Replacement: Damaged planks can be clicked out and replaced without professional help—hardwood plank replacement requires skilled craftsmen and often doesn't match perfectly.
Underfloor Heating Compatible: Works with modern heating systems up to 27°C, providing gentle warmth that makes large grey planks even more comfortable.
Trusted Brand: Over 50 years of Karndean flooring expertise bringing wide-plank aesthetics in contemporary grey into the modern era with practical benefits.
Versatile Applications: Suitable for residential and commercial projects across all room types where wide-plank grey aesthetics add contemporary distinction.
Cost-Effective Wide Planks: Save on professional fitting (£30-50/m²), underlay, and ongoing maintenance costs compared to real wide-plank hardwood.
Premium Contemporary Appearance: Wide-plank flooring in grey is associated with high-end contemporary interiors and current design trends—now accessible with DIY convenience and mid-range pricing.
On-Trend Grey Palette: Cool grey brushed oak tones align with current interior design trends dominating Scandinavian, minimalist, and modern aesthetics while remaining timeless enough not to date quickly.
Multiple Format Options: Also available in gluedown plank format, rigid core herringbone (SCH-VGW120), and small plank for herringbone—allowing coordinated multi-format grey installations throughout your home.
Unique Design Heritage: Van Gogh Rigid Core shares the same inspiration and design quality as the celebrated Van Gogh Gluedown range, now in contemporary grey styling.
Fewer Seams, More Impact: Large plank format creates a cleaner, more expansive appearance with fewer visible seams—perfect for creating premium, high-end contemporary aesthetics in living areas, bedrooms, and open-plan spaces.
Modern Proportions: The 56" x 9" format suits contemporary homes with larger rooms and open layouts, maintaining visual balance that standard planks can't achieve while delivering fashionable grey tones.
Grey Brushed Oak RKP120 Large Plank delivers authentic wide-plank hardwood aesthetics in contemporary grey tones with revolutionary click-lock convenience—the perfect combination of premium appearance, current styling, and modern practicality for today's design-conscious homes and commercial spaces.
