Parador Natural Touch – Basic 400 Wide Plank Laminate Flooring
Premium German-made wide plank laminate flooring with warm oak tones, a seamless jointless edge, Matt-Finish Texture and 24-hour water resistance.
The Parador Natural Touch floor forms part of Parador’s Basic 400 laminate flooring collection, designed for buyers who want a durable, natural-looking laminate floor with excellent everyday practicality and a calm, continuous appearance.
With its warm brown oak tone, smooth Matt-Finish Texture and jointless square-edge design, Natural Touch creates a clean, flowing floor surface with no visible bevel lines between planks. This makes it a strong choice for homes where you want a natural timber look without heavy rustic styling.
The wide plank format and seamless finish help rooms feel larger, calmer and more open, making this floor particularly suitable for apartments, family homes, hallways, bedrooms and modern renovation projects.
Why Choose Basic 400 Natural Touch?
Basic 400 Natural Touch is ideal for buyers who want a practical laminate floor with a smooth, natural wood appearance and strong everyday durability.
- Jointless square-edge design creates a seamless, flowing floor surface
- Matt-Finish Texture replicates the soft appearance of untreated oak
- Warm natural oak tone suits both modern and classic interiors
- 24-hour standing water protection for everyday household spills
- Class 23 / Class 32 durability for heavy domestic and medium commercial use
- Safe-Lock® PRO click system for fast, glue-free installation
- Suitable for underfloor heating systems
- 15-year residential warranty and 5-year commercial warranty
Design, Format & Surface Texture
Wide Plank Format
Natural Touch uses a practical wide plank format that balances classic room proportions with a clean, modern appearance.
- Plank size: 1285 x 194 x 8mm
- Wide plank appearance for a more spacious feel
- 8mm renovation-friendly thickness
- Jointless edge finish for a smooth, continuous look
This format works particularly well in:
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Hallways
- Dining areas
- Apartments and renovation projects
- Light commercial interiors
Jointless Edge Design Explained
Unlike bevelled laminate flooring, Natural Touch is designed with a flush square-edge finish. Once the planks are clicked together, the floor has a calm, closed appearance with no visible V-groove lines between boards.
This helps create:
- A smoother, more continuous floor surface
- A cleaner and more minimal appearance
- Less visual interruption between planks
- A more spacious feel in smaller rooms
- Easier everyday cleaning with fewer visible groove lines
Matt-Finish Texture Explained
The Matt-Finish Texture recreates the calm, low-sheen appearance of untreated oak. It gives the floor natural visual depth without looking shiny or artificial.
Unlike high-gloss laminate floors, this finish:
- Reduces glare in bright rooms
- Creates a softer, more natural timber appearance
- Feels smooth and comfortable underfoot
- Works well with neutral, classic and contemporary interiors
On Natural Touch, the matt finish enhances the warm oak tone while keeping the overall look simple, elegant and easy to live with.
Installation & Underfloor Heating Compatibility
Installation Method
- Floating floor installation
- Safe-Lock® PRO click system
- Glue-free fitting
- Locks securely on long and short plank edges
- Suitable for renovations and new-build projects
The Safe-Lock® PRO system enables quick installation while helping create tight, self-aligning panel joints and long-term floor stability.
Suitable for Underfloor Heating
✅ Compatible with electric underfloor heating systems
Natural Touch can be used with electric underfloor heating systems when installed with the correct underlay and floor build-up.
For best performance, read our Parador Underfloor Heating Compatibility Guide and Parador Underlay Guide.
Pack Size & Coverage
- Product code: 1748177
- Collection: Basic 400
- Format: Wide plank
- Texture: Matt-Finish Texture
- Plank size: 1285 x 194 x 8mm
- 10 planks per pack
- Coverage: 2.493m² per pack
- Approx. pack weight: 17.6kg
The 8mm thickness makes this floor renovation-friendly, especially where existing door clearances and floor build-up heights need careful planning.
Detailed Performance Features
24-Hour Water Protection
Natural Touch includes all-round edge impregnation and a swell-resistant HDF core, helping protect against standing water for up to 24 hours. Spills should still be wiped up promptly for best long-term performance.
Durable Everyday Surface
The resilient melamine resin overlay helps protect against daily wear from shoes, furniture movement, pets and fine grit. This helps the matt finish stay cleaner and clearer over time.
Healthy Living & Low Maintenance
Parador Basic 400 laminate flooring is designed to be low on emissions and allergens, easy to care for and suitable for healthier indoor living environments.
Commercial Durability Profile
With Class 23 heavy domestic and Class 32 medium commercial suitability, Natural Touch is a practical choice for busy homes and selected commercial settings.
Long-Term Warranty Protection
Supplied with a 15-year residential warranty and a 5-year commercial warranty.
Where This Floor Works Best
- Modern family homes
- Bedrooms and living rooms
- Hallways and dining spaces
- Apartments and smaller rooms needing a seamless look
- Homes using underfloor heating
- Renovation projects with limited floor height
- Light commercial interiors
- Classic and contemporary interior schemes
FAQ's
Is Parador Natural Touch suitable for underfloor heating?
Yes. Parador Natural Touch Basic 400 laminate flooring is suitable for underfloor heating when installed correctly with a compatible underlay and floor build-up.
Does Natural Touch have a bevelled edge?
No. Natural Touch has a jointless square-edge design, meaning the planks sit flush together without visible V-groove lines between boards.
What does Matt-Finish Texture mean?
Matt-Finish Texture refers to a low-sheen surface designed to recreate the smooth, natural appearance of untreated oak.
How water resistant is this floor?
This floor offers up to 24-hour standing water protection thanks to all-round edge impregnation and a swell-resistant HDF core. Spills should still be wiped up promptly.
What size are the planks?
Each plank measures 1285 x 194 x 8mm.
How much flooring is in each pack?
Each pack contains 10 planks and covers 2.493m².
Is this floor suitable for busy family homes?
Yes. Natural Touch has a Class 23 heavy domestic and Class 32 medium commercial durability rating, making it well suited to active homes and selected commercial spaces.
Can this floor be used in kitchens?
Yes. It can be used in kitchens when installed correctly and maintained properly. Any standing water or spills should be wiped away promptly.
Does this floor need underlay?
Yes. Natural Touch is installed as a floating floor and requires a suitable underlay. On concrete subfloors, a damp proof membrane may also be required.
Does the flooring need to acclimatise before installation?
Yes. Unopened packs should usually be laid flat in the room for at least 48 hours before installation so the flooring can adjust to the room conditions.
Can I use a steam mop on this laminate floor?
No. Steam mops are not recommended because high-pressure moisture can damage laminate joints. Use a vacuum, soft broom or lightly damp mop instead.
Can this laminate flooring be used on stairs?
Yes. It can be used on stairs when installed correctly with suitable stair nosing and profiles.
What expansion gap should be left around the room?
An expansion gap of approximately 8–12mm should be left around walls and fixed objects during installation.
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