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That forest feeling The crispness when the fog lifts from the treetops. The sweet smell of pine, damp earth and bark after the rain. The stillness. Over the centuries, the people of the Nordic region have developed a special attachment to their huge forests, reflected in our fondness to use natural materials when we decorate our homes. And we’ve learnt that the best way to bring that forest feeling into our homes is to choose a hardwood floor. Karelia is a Finnish based company with a long history of producing high quality hardwood floors for both public and residential areas. A Karelia...

Your home – your reflection Decorating your home is about creating an atmosphere that will make you feel at home. It’s about surrounding yourself with things close to your heart. And about combining elements that please your senses. One of the most important of these elements is the floor. What the floor looks – and feels like – sets the tone for the entire interior. That’s why the effort to find the right floor for your personal taste and needs should never be taken lightly. After all, this is about your home – so only the best should be good enough. Karelia provides a wide range of high...

ASH STORY 138 SHINY WHITE

Natural harmony ASH FP 138 SELECT VANILLA MATT

ASH NATUR VANILLA MATT 3S ASH COUNTRY VANILLA MATT 3S

OAK FP 188 NATUR VANILLA MATT

OAK STORY 138 BRUSHED NEW ARCTIC

Classic elegance

OAK STORY 138 COUNTRY VINTAGE SILKY

Contemporary country OAK STORY 138 COUNTRY PRESENCE

Modern warmth WALNUT STORY 138 SPIRIT

OAK FP 188 AGED STONEWASHED IVORY

Rustic chic

OAK STORY 138 COUNTRY VISION OAK STORY 187 SMOKED CHARCOAL GREY

Dark drama OAK STORY 187 SMOKED BARREL

OAK STORY 188 SMOKED ROASTERY BROWN OAK STORY 188 SMOKED ASPHALT GREY

Floors made by history OAK STORY 187 SMOKED TRUFFLE NATURE OIL Karelia’s new rustic floors add a sense of warmth and tradition to any space; from traditional to contemporary. OAK STORY 187 DOLOMITE NATURE OIL OAK STORY 187 CASK

Saima Design SAIMA LUMI

Architects Aino and Alvar Alto are renowned for contemporary architecture, placing the human being at the centre. They used wood in an innovative way in both interior and furniture designs, thus creating several Nordic design icons. The Aaltos understood and appreciated the qualities of birch, such as durability, beauty and the unique pattern formed in the veneer surface. The Altos provided direction for the design of the Saima products in their design of wooden walls, ceiling panels and innovative floor surfaces. A view on the Finnish soul Karelia’s Saima Design collection ref lects the...

Wood species The appearance of a wood floor not only depends on the wood species – it’s also a matter of natural graining, strip design and surface treatments. Read more about the options below. Karelia hardwood floorboards are manufactured entirely from genuine wood. Wood is a living material, contracting and expanding in accordance with the seasons and changing climate conditions. It is essential for the frame structure of the boards and the wooden materials used in the frame to limit these natural movements. The cross-directionally glued three-layer structure of Karelia boards...

The choices are plenty, but the decision-making can still be convenient. By dividing our range into clear collections, we aim to guide you already in the beginning. Take a look, choose the direction that best defines your personality – and let your inspiration fly. Tradition meets contemporary in the Time collection, which features a series of oak floors. Contrast your modern interior with a traditional Dutch pattern floor, a true classic of oak hardwood floors. Or let a vintage brushed floor bring warmth to an otherwise minimalistic interior. TIME Collection TRADITIONAL CONTEMPORARY The...

Few things hold as much beauty and promise as a tree about to unfold its leaves in spring – especially after a long, polar winter. The light, green foliage and the straight trunks of the birch, ash and beech trees all belong to our most cherished wood species. This collection highlights the most spectacular and special features of these species. POLAR Collection SPRING FEELINGS If you’re seeking balance in your home, take a closer look at the Libra collection. It contains a range of natural oak wood floors that will create a neutral, yet warm framework to offset your personal style. The...

The soft, shiny surface of wet soil has inspired the Earth collection, including floors of richly coloured wood species such as walnut and merbau. They contribute to creating a luxurious and sumptuous feeling in your home, complimenting a classic and traditional interior – or contrasting a contemporary style. EARTH Collection WARM AND SOFT Karelia’s Saima Design collection reflects the solemn beauty of the Finnish birch forest. The collection has been inspired by a number of outstanding Finnish designers and architects, including Aino and Alvar Alto, sharing the vision to combine beauty...

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