American White Oak Skirting & Architrave Chamfered & Round Profile

American White Oak skirting and architrave in a chamfered and round profile, machined in-house by the joinery team at Nottage Timber Merchants.

Specifications

What it's used for

• Skirting boards along the base of walls in living rooms, hallways and bedrooms where a consistent oak finish is required throughout.
• Architrave sets around internal door frames and window reveals to provide a clean, traditional border detail.
• Matching joinery across multiple rooms in new builds or full refurbishments where a uniform profile is specified.
• Replacement mouldings in period or contemporary properties where a solid hardwood finish is preferred over MDF or softwood.

Fitting and handling

Allow the boards to acclimatise inside the property for at least 48 hours before fitting, ideally stacked flat in the room where they will be installed - this reduces the risk of movement after fixing. Fix using an instant grab adhesive applied to the back face, supplemented with pin nails or lost-head nails where required for a clean face finish. Apply your chosen stain, hardwax oil or paint after fitting, ensuring all cut ends are sealed to limit moisture ingress.

FAQ

Can I paint this oak skirting rather than leaving it with a natural finish?

Yes. The boards are supplied unfinished so you can paint, stain or oil them to suit your scheme. If painting, apply a suitable hardwood primer first, as oak contains tannins that can bleed through standard emulsion or undercoat without a sealing coat.

Is this skirting suitable for use in a kitchen or bathroom?

Solid oak skirting can be used in kitchens and bathrooms provided it is finished thoroughly on all faces and ends with a moisture-resistant oil or lacquer before installation. It should not be used in areas of direct or persistent water contact.

Browse the full range of solid oak mouldings at Nottage Timber Merchants, including ogee, torus and square-edge profiles, in the oak mouldings collection. Orders are available for collection from our yard in Bridgend, with delivery options across South Wales.