Wood Floors of the Year
2013 NWFA Wood Floor of the Year Award — Czar Floors
2013 NWFA Wood Floor of the Year Award
CZAR FLOORS
Recognized as the "Best Limited Species," Czar Floors installed a 100 foot floor on the 187-foot super yacht named Lady Linda made of Karelian birch and maple to earn their seventh Wood Floor of the Year award.
"Everything was challenging about this project," said Edward Tsvlik. The floor was cut in an oddly shaped room with built furniture, which meant the installation required being 100 percent dust-free. Additionally, the floor was specifically created to have a thickness to transition the adjacent carpet. To add one more layer of difficulty, the floor was also installed while Lady Linda floated on the dock.
Karelian birch is native to the Karelian region along Russia's border with Finland. The wood is known for its marble-grain pattern and rarity. Only 30-40 percent of the trees grow in the Karelian region with the most desirable grain-pattern characteristics.
The vision for the wave motif pattern came from interior designer Evan Marshall. The owner of the yacht requested Karelian birch and hard maple to match the surrounding furnishings.
The giant medallion inlay was glued to marine-grade plywood and screwed to an aluminum platform with rubber installations and springs in order to dampen the yacht's vibrations. The owner wanted his drinks "stirred, not shaken." Allstate Flooring, based in Brooklyn, New York, sanded and finished the flooring.
Lady Linda also features a helipad, jacuzzi and six suites to accommodate up to 12 people.
— EDWARD TSVILIK/CZAR FLOORS
Frequently asked questions
What wood species were used on the Lady Linda yacht floor?+
The 100-foot floor on the super yacht Lady Linda was made of Karelian birch and hard maple. The yacht owner requested these species to match the surrounding furnishings.
Why is Karelian birch considered rare?+
Karelian birch is native to the Karelian region along Russia's border with Finland and is known for its distinctive marble-grain pattern. Only 30-40 percent of trees in the region grow with the most desirable grain-pattern characteristics.
How was the yacht floor installed to handle vibrations?+
The giant medallion inlay was glued to marine-grade plywood and screwed to an aluminum platform with rubber installations and springs. This system was designed to dampen the yacht's vibrations so the owner's drinks would be 'stirred, not shaken.'
What made the Lady Linda floor installation challenging?+
The floor was installed in an oddly shaped room with built-in furniture, requiring a 100 percent dust-free installation. It also needed a specific thickness to transition to adjacent carpet, and the work was done while the yacht was floating on the dock.
Who designed the wave motif pattern on the Lady Linda floor?+
The vision for the wave motif pattern came from interior designer Evan Marshall. Czar Floors executed the installation, and Allstate Flooring of Brooklyn, New York, sanded and finished the floor.
What award did Czar Floors win for the Lady Linda project?+
Czar Floors won the 2013 NWFA Wood Floor of the Year Award in the 'Best Limited Species' category. It was the company's seventh Wood Floor of the Year award.