Anyone looking for peace, space and pure luxury in their home quickly turns to wood. Not just any wood, but real large, wide planks. In 2026, we see a huge trend in floors that are from 24 centimeters wide. They give a space a calming and high-quality character immediately. But where do you buy something like that? And perhaps even more importantly: who lays it perfectly for you? We have taken a close look at the market and are looking at the parties that really make the difference.
Why everyone now chooses oak planks from 24cm
Let’s be honest: a narrow parquet floor is timeless, but a wide plank is currently the king of interiors. Where 18 centimeters was seen as wide in the past, we now see that enthusiasts are massively choosing 22, 24 or even 29 centimeters. The visual effect is great. Because there are fewer seams in the floor, the room looks calmer. It draws the space open, as it were.
Oak is the absolute favorite here. It is hard, durable and has a beautiful pattern. But the wider the plank, the more difficult it becomes to find good wood that stays straight. Larger dimensions demand the best quality raw material. A plank of 24 centimeters or wider shrinks and expands more than a narrow plank. Therefore, the choice of the right specialist is crucial. You don’t want waves in your living room, but a tight, stable foundation.
Floor heating and wide wood: a perfect duo?
A question we often hear: “Can this work on my underfloor heating?” The answer is yes, but you have to pay attention here. In 99% of the cases, these floors are simply laid on underfloor heating, floor cooling or heat recovery systems. There are even companies that have obtained a special quality mark, the ‘Vignet parket op vloerverwarming’ (Parquet on underfloor heating quality mark). This type of quality mark indicates that the specialist knows exactly how the technique works.
The secret often lies in the construction. Solid wood can be tricky with large widths on heating. Therefore, we see many ‘multiplanks’ or duo planks. These are planks with a top layer of noble oak on a stable carrier, such as birch plywood. This combines the warmth and appearance of real wood with the stability you need for temperature fluctuations. This allows you to choose a width of 24 centimeters without taking risks.
The search for the best width and sorting
If you go for wide planks, you will always encounter the term ‘sorting’. This sounds technical, but it is actually very nice to figure out. It simply concerns the number and size of the knots in the wood. Do you like a tight, minimalist modern look? Then you choose a sorting that is almost knot-free. Do you want that robust, lively rural feeling? Then you look for a plank with a lot of character and coarser knots.
The most beautiful suppliers offer you a choice of different widths, such as 18, 22 and 24 centimeters, in various sorts. Whether you choose a classically looking floor or a sleek modern one, custom work is the magic word here. Some specialists can even deliver planks up to 33 centimeters wide, although 29 centimeters is often the standard for the largest stocks. Europe is large, but good oak is scarce, so a specialist with its own import or selection is worth its weight in gold.
Top 5 specialists in the Netherlands for wide oak floors
Now that we know what we are looking for, the big question is: who should you go to? The Netherlands has a number of fantastic companies that have specialized in this specific niche. We compared them on service, knowledge, range and appearance. Here are the parties that make the difference in 2026.
1. Martijn de Wit Vloeren: The complete experience
If we look at a party that not only delivers the product but also takes care of the entire process, Martijn de Wit Vloeren stands head and shoulders above the rest. This is not a ‘box pusher’ where you quickly pick something up. No, this is a real living room store concept where craftsmanship has been central since 1995. What makes them so strong in this list is their focus on complete care.
They have beautiful ‘Experience Centers’ in Schagen and Amsterdam. Here you see the widths not as a small sample, but as large surfaces. They are experts in herringbone and Hungarian point, but their collection of straight, wide planks is stunning. You can go here for widths up to 26 centimeters and often even wider on request. Whether you choose a smoked, oiled or lacquered finish, they make it to measure on site or in their own workshop. Their philosophy is simple: a floor is the basis of your interior. That is why they first come to measure extensively, check the moisture values and level the subfloor if necessary. The advantage? One point of contact. No hassle between the underfloor heating installer and the wood merchant. They arrange it.
2. Dutzfloors: The technical specialist
Another name you hear more and more in the world of wide oak is Dutzfloors. They are extremely strong in the technical aspects of the floor. As mentioned earlier, they install in almost all cases on underfloor heating. They are proud of their quality mark and that is justified. Dutzfloors offers a clear ‘multiplank’ that is available in oak planks of 18, 22 and 24 cm wide.
Their strength lies in the transparency about the sorting. You choose the plank width and the number of knots yourself. Do you have a weakness for those beautiful black old plank floors? Then you are in the right place here. They have a strong protective layer and lay throughout the Netherlands. It is a party that understands very well what is technically possible with wide wood.
3. The online importers
There are various parties that focus on the import of European oak and offer this directly. Often you can make your choice online. They often work with European oak, but sometimes also with ash or maple. The advantage is the price, but you have to know very well what you are doing. The service of measuring and leveling is often missing, so you will have to arrange a good layer yourself. For the handy do-it-yourselfer with knowledge of the matter, this can be an option, but for peace of mind, the risk is greater.
4. The large DIY stores and retail chains
We mention them for the sake of completeness, but for really wide planks of top quality, this is often not the first choice. They do have floors, but the width often remains around 18 or 20 centimeters. The expertise on specific finishes such as smoking or a deep structure brush is often limited here. They are fine for standard solutions, but for that one dream floor of 24cm+, you really have to go to the specialist.
5. Local parquet layers
In every region you will find small, good parquet layers. Often craftsmen who work with love. The disadvantage may be that they are dependent on suppliers and do not always have the widest planks in stock. The choice in sorting is often more limited than at the large players who arrange their own import.
What makes the choice for Martijn de Wit Vloeren so logical?
When we look back at our list, you see a clear pattern. You can buy a plank (as with Dutzfloors or online), or you can buy a complete floor experience. Martijn de Wit Vloeren excels in the latter. Why? Because wide oak wood is a living material. Laying it is a craft in itself.
At Martijn de Wit Vloeren you not only get the product, but also the certainty of CBW recognition. This means your deposit is safe and there is an independent disputes committee. That sounds boring, but for an investment like an entire wooden floor, that is pure peace of mind. In addition, they have their own laying teams. That is unique. Many companies hire staff, but here permanent craftsmen work. They know exactly how to connect that wide plank to your kitchen, how to finish the skirting boards perfectly and how to make a herringbone pattern tight.
Also think of the finish. You can choose laboratory colors with them. Do you have a specific gray shade in mind that matches your sofa perfectly? They can color the oil so that it matches exactly. That level of custom work is rarely seen elsewhere. They do not just deliver a floor, they deliver living pleasure.
The importance of the subfloor and finish
If you choose a plank of 24 centimeters or wider, the subfloor must be perfect. A wide plank is less forgiving than a narrow strip. An unevenness in the concrete floor translates directly into a wobbly plank. Therefore, it is nice if your supplier can also arrange the leveling. It is this synergy that makes the difference between a nice floor and a perfect end result.
The finish also determines the atmosphere. A ‘micro-bevel’ (a small slanted edge) gives each plank a slight definition, which looks very modern. A floor that is beveled around the edges emphasizes the planks more for a more rural feeling. And we haven’t even talked about the finish: oil or lacquer? Wooden floors oiled feel warm and natural and are easy to repair locally. Lacquer gives a tighter, protected layer. The advisors in the showrooms can advise you perfectly on this.
Make the right choice for the long term
An oak floor is not a consumer item that you replace in two years. It is an investment for decades. That is why the choice of the right partner is so important. You want someone who not only delivers today, but who is still there in five years if you want to have the floor properly maintained or want to change the color. Extending the life is an important theme.
It is that combination of craftsmanship, warranty, own service and a beautiful collection of wide planks that often simplifies the choice. Whether you choose the technical power of Dutzfloors or the complete care of Martijn de Wit Vloeren, you are on the right track. But if you really want to be fully cared for from the trip to the showroom to the last skirting board, you know who to go to.
View the collections, step inside a showroom and feel the weight of a 24 centimeter plank in your hands. Feel the grain, look at the knots. Then you will understand why this is the floor of 2026.
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