Karndean Art Select Flooring
Karndean Art Select is Karndean’s premium residential LVT collection – a glue-down range with a thicker wear layer, larger plank and parquet formats and more detailed surface finishing than the rest of the Karndean portfolio. It is the range specifiers reach for when a floor needs to perform as a design feature and it includes some of Karndean’s most recognisable parquet and herringbone layouts.
Grosvenor Flooring is a Karndean Approved Retailer, stocking the full Art Select range for nationwide supply and supply and fit for customers in Altrincham, Manchester and Cheshire. To request a price or discuss your project, contact us via our enquiry form, WhatsApp or by phone.
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Karndean Art Select Specifications
| Feature | Karndean Art Select |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 3.0mm |
| Wear layer | 0.7mm (the thickest in the Karndean range) |
| Surface | K-Guard+ PU protection, embossed with bevelled edges |
| Formats | Plank, parquet and herringbone (glue-down) |
| Water | 100% waterproof |
| Underfloor heating | Suitable, up to 27C surface temperature |
| Residential warranty | Transferable lifetime (35-year residential) |
| Best for | Premium statement floors, parquet and herringbone layouts |
What is Karndean Art Select?
Art Select sits at the top of Karndean’s residential range. It is a glue-down LVT, which gives it a completely flat, fully bonded finish – the look and performance that many designers and homeowners associate with a properly installed wood floor. The wear layer is thicker than Karndean’s click ranges and the surface detailing – embossing, edge profiling and colour depth – is a visible step up from the entry-level collections.
The range is best known for its large plank formats, parquet and herringbone layouts and for the Design Strip accents that allow you to add borders and feature strips to a Karndean floor. Art Select is the range that Karndean use to showcase what the brand can do at its best and it is the default recommendation for customers whose priority is finish quality rather than installation speed or budget.
Where Can Art Select Be Used?
Art Select is 100% waterproof and engineered for use across all residential rooms, including kitchens, bathrooms, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. The thicker wear layer makes it well suited to high-traffic areas such as entrance halls and family kitchens and the glue-down construction gives a completely stable, premium-feeling floor underfoot. It is also a strong choice for larger open-plan areas, where its plank and parquet formats can be laid in continuous runs without the visual breaks sometimes introduced by click products.
Because Art Select is glue-down, subfloor preparation is more demanding than for rigid core click ranges. The substrate must be fully level, smooth, clean and dry. For customers who want a similar design style with a simpler installation, Karndean Van Gogh Rigid Core is the click-format equivalent.
Art Select Design Range, Parquet and Herringbone
Art Select covers a wide range of wood and stone designs with a particular focus on the plank formats and parquet layouts that distinguish it from the rest of the Karndean range. Wood finishes include pale oaks, mid-tone oaks, walnuts and darker aged woods, each with detailed embossed textures. The herringbone and parquet formats are engineered specifically for those layouts with boards sized to produce a consistent, clean pattern when installed correctly.
The Design Strip system – narrow accent strips and border pieces that can be inlaid into an Art Select floor – is a signature feature of the range. It allows you to frame a room, define a transition between spaces or introduce a contrasting material in a controlled way. Our fitting teams can advise on design strip layout and ordering at the quoting stage and we have experience installing parquet and herringbone Art Select floors across premium residential projects.
Art Select Warranty and Installation
Karndean Art Select is 100% waterproof and carries a transferable lifetime warranty, a 35-year residential guarantee, when installed by a Karndean Approved Retailer using the correct adhesives, underlays and methods. Subfloor preparation is critical: the substrate must be smooth, fully level, clean and dry before installation. Any irregularity or residual moisture will affect the long-term performance and appearance of a glue-down LVT product, so this stage should never be rushed.
The range is fully compatible with both wet and electric underfloor heating systems, subject to a maximum surface temperature of 27C. Always follow Karndean’s specific guidance for installing Art Select over underfloor heating, particularly around warm-up procedures and adhesive selection.
How Art Select Compares to the Rest of the Range
- Art Select vs Van Gogh Rigid Core: Art Select is glue-down with a thicker wear layer and a more premium finish; Van Gogh Rigid Core is click-format with a 0.55mm wear layer and the benefit of a pre-attached acoustic underlay. Choose Art Select for premium projects and statement parquet floors; choose Van Gogh Rigid Core for simpler installation and renovation-friendly fitting.
- Art Select vs Knight Tile Rigid Core: Art Select is a significant step up in wear layer, format options and finish quality. Knight Tile Rigid Core is the entry-level Karndean click product – a sensible all-rounder rather than a statement floor.
- Art Select vs Palio Essenza: Palio Essenza is a glue-down range with an Italian-inspired design palette and a 0.3mm wear layer. It is a more affordable, entry-level Karndean glue-down floor – but does not match Art Select on wear layer, format range or finish.
Key Takeaways
- Art Select is Karndean’s premium residential glue-down range, built at 3.0mm with a 0.7mm wear layer, the thickest in the Karndean line-up.
- It is best known for large plank, parquet and herringbone formats and the Design Strip system for borders and feature inlays.
- Like all Karndean’s own ranges it is 100% waterproof, compatible with underfloor heating up to 27C and carries a transferable lifetime warranty (35-year residential) when installed by an approved retailer.
- Grosvenor Flooring is a Karndean Approved Retailer supplying Art Select nationwide with supply and fit across Altrincham, Manchester and Cheshire; request a price or see it at the Altrincham showroom.
Related LVT Categories
Art Select is the top of the Karndean residential portfolio and sits within our premium LVT offer – you may also want to browse glue-down LVT, 0.7mm wear layer LVT, wood-effect parquet, wood-effect herringbone and wood-effect plank LVT, or shop by room: lounge, hallway, dining room and kitchen LVT.
Request a Price for Karndean Art Select
Browse the Art Select designs above and contact us to request a price. We will provide a full quote for supply only or supply and fit, depending on your location, including any design strip and border pieces required for parquet and feature layouts. Get in touch via our enquiry form, WhatsApp or by phone – we aim to respond the same working day and if you have a competing quote we will do our best to beat it. To see Art Select in person before committing, visit our Altrincham showroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the wear layer and thickness of Karndean Art Select?
Art Select is 3.0mm thick with a 0.7mm wear layer, the thickest wear layer in the Karndean range. That extra surface protection is what makes it Karndean's premium residential glue-down collection.
Is Karndean Art Select waterproof?
Yes. Like all of Karndean's own ranges, Art Select is 100% waterproof, so it suits kitchens, bathrooms and hallways. As a glue-down floor it should still be installed to Karndean's guidance for wet areas.
Does Art Select come in herringbone and parquet?
Yes. Art Select is Karndean's go-to range for parquet and herringbone layouts, alongside large plank formats. The Design Strip system also lets you add borders and feature inlays for a bespoke finish.
What warranty comes with Karndean Art Select?
Art Select carries Karndean's transferable lifetime warranty, a 35-year residential guarantee, when bought and installed through a Karndean Approved Retailer such as Grosvenor Flooring. The warranty can be passed on if you sell your home.
What makes Karndean Art Select look so realistic?
Art Select uses high-definition design layers, deep embossing and bevelled edges to mimic real wood and stone. The thicker 0.7mm wear layer and glue-down installation give a flat, solid floor that looks and feels close to the natural material it replicates.
Is Karndean Art Select suitable for commercial areas?
Art Select is designed as a premium residential floor and is well suited to demanding home settings such as busy family kitchens and hallways. For heavy commercial traffic, a purpose-made commercial floor is a better fit and we can advise on the right specification when you request a price.
Why is professional installation important for Art Select?
As a glue-down floor, Art Select needs a smooth, level, clean and dry subfloor and the correct Karndean adhesives to perform and to keep the warranty valid. Parquet and herringbone layouts in particular reward experienced fitting, which is why Karndean ties its warranty to installation by an approved retailer.
