Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.
Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.
Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.
Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.
Celebrating the beauty of age and imperfection. Rustic textures and artisanal craftsmanship create an authentic and time worn aesthetic.
Evoking the spirit of a craftsman’s studio. Rustic textures and a uniquely aged finish shape interiors with enduring charm and an authentic, lived-in appearance.
Inspired by the quiet strength of nature and the comfort of home. Seamlessly flexible for everyday living and ever-changing environments.
Inspired by the beauty of the desert and the power of calm. Creating a seamless and expansive finish for everyday sanctuary.
Inspired by iconic lofts and robust commercial spaces. Crafted to meet the demands of high-traffic areas with its durable and low maintenance finish.
Combining the grace of nature and the precision of modern innovation. Embracing the natural elegance of timber to create a durable foundation for living.
Inspired by the raw ridges of earth and natural expression. Bold band-sawn texture and rustic oak grain create surfaces with depth and handcrafted appeal.
Offering a rough-sawn texture for striking effect. Distinctive grain patterns and tactile finish create a rustic foundation for classic interiors.
Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.
Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
Imbued with texture, history and heart. Rustic surfaces hold an authentic story ready to be woven into interiors of character and craftsmanship.
Offering a saw-marked finish and expressive tones. Deep grain and distinct tactility transform spaces into sensory experiences.
Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.
Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
New — Haven Collection
Inspired by the quiet strength of nature and the comfort of home. Seamlessly flexible for everyday living and ever-changing environments.
Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.
Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.
Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.
Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.
Celebrating the beauty of age and imperfection. Rustic textures and artisanal craftsmanship create an authentic and time worn aesthetic.
Evoking the spirit of a craftsman’s studio. Rustic textures and a uniquely aged finish shape interiors with enduring charm and an authentic, lived-in appearance.
Inspired by the quiet strength of nature and the comfort of home. Seamlessly flexible for everyday living and ever-changing environments.
Inspired by the beauty of the desert and the power of calm. Creating a seamless and expansive finish for everyday sanctuary.
Inspired by iconic lofts and robust commercial spaces. Crafted to meet the demands of high-traffic areas with its durable and low maintenance finish.
Combining the grace of nature and the precision of modern innovation. Embracing the natural elegance of timber to create a durable foundation for living.
Inspired by the raw ridges of earth and natural expression. Bold band-sawn texture and rustic oak grain create surfaces with depth and handcrafted appeal.
Offering a rough-sawn texture for striking effect. Distinctive grain patterns and tactile finish create a rustic foundation for classic interiors.
Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.
Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
Imbued with texture, history and heart. Rustic surfaces hold an authentic story ready to be woven into interiors of character and craftsmanship.
Offering a saw-marked finish and expressive tones. Deep grain and distinct tactility transform spaces into sensory experiences.
Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.
Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
Latest Project — Maritime Residence
Set on a bush-clad site cascading to the water’s edge, this serene home is a modern retreat that embraces its coastal outlook while remaining firmly connected to community roots.
Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.
Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.
Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.
Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.
Celebrating the beauty of age and imperfection. Rustic textures and artisanal craftsmanship create an authentic and time worn aesthetic.
Evoking the spirit of a craftsman’s studio. Rustic textures and a uniquely aged finish shape interiors with enduring charm and an authentic, lived-in appearance.
Inspired by the quiet strength of nature and the comfort of home. Seamlessly flexible for everyday living and ever-changing environments.
Inspired by the beauty of the desert and the power of calm. Creating a seamless and expansive finish for everyday sanctuary.
Inspired by iconic lofts and robust commercial spaces. Crafted to meet the demands of high-traffic areas with its durable and low maintenance finish.
Combining the grace of nature and the precision of modern innovation. Embracing the natural elegance of timber to create a durable foundation for living.
Inspired by the raw ridges of earth and natural expression. Bold band-sawn texture and rustic oak grain create surfaces with depth and handcrafted appeal.
Offering a rough-sawn texture for striking effect. Distinctive grain patterns and tactile finish create a rustic foundation for classic interiors.
Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.
Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
Imbued with texture, history and heart. Rustic surfaces hold an authentic story ready to be woven into interiors of character and craftsmanship.
Offering a saw-marked finish and expressive tones. Deep grain and distinct tactility transform spaces into sensory experiences.
Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.
Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
3D Textures
Our 3D texture library gives you everything needed to specify Forté timber products with precision — accurate grain, colour, finish and scale for seamless use in your design renders.
Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.
Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.
Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.
Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.
Celebrating the beauty of age and imperfection. Rustic textures and artisanal craftsmanship create an authentic and time worn aesthetic.
Evoking the spirit of a craftsman’s studio. Rustic textures and a uniquely aged finish shape interiors with enduring charm and an authentic, lived-in appearance.
Inspired by the quiet strength of nature and the comfort of home. Seamlessly flexible for everyday living and ever-changing environments.
Inspired by the beauty of the desert and the power of calm. Creating a seamless and expansive finish for everyday sanctuary.
Inspired by iconic lofts and robust commercial spaces. Crafted to meet the demands of high-traffic areas with its durable and low maintenance finish.
Combining the grace of nature and the precision of modern innovation. Embracing the natural elegance of timber to create a durable foundation for living.
Inspired by the raw ridges of earth and natural expression. Bold band-sawn texture and rustic oak grain create surfaces with depth and handcrafted appeal.
Offering a rough-sawn texture for striking effect. Distinctive grain patterns and tactile finish create a rustic foundation for classic interiors.
Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.
Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
Imbued with texture, history and heart. Rustic surfaces hold an authentic story ready to be woven into interiors of character and craftsmanship.
Offering a saw-marked finish and expressive tones. Deep grain and distinct tactility transform spaces into sensory experiences.
Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.
Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
Made with Integrity
At Forté we're always expanding our definition of what timber can be, pushing how it can exceed expectations from both a performance standard as well as how it can connect spaces to their environment.
Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.
Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.
Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.
Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.
Celebrating the beauty of age and imperfection. Rustic textures and artisanal craftsmanship create an authentic and time worn aesthetic.
Evoking the spirit of a craftsman’s studio. Rustic textures and a uniquely aged finish shape interiors with enduring charm and an authentic, lived-in appearance.
Inspired by the quiet strength of nature and the comfort of home. Seamlessly flexible for everyday living and ever-changing environments.
Inspired by the beauty of the desert and the power of calm. Creating a seamless and expansive finish for everyday sanctuary.
Inspired by iconic lofts and robust commercial spaces. Crafted to meet the demands of high-traffic areas with its durable and low maintenance finish.
Combining the grace of nature and the precision of modern innovation. Embracing the natural elegance of timber to create a durable foundation for living.
Inspired by the raw ridges of earth and natural expression. Bold band-sawn texture and rustic oak grain create surfaces with depth and handcrafted appeal.
Offering a rough-sawn texture for striking effect. Distinctive grain patterns and tactile finish create a rustic foundation for classic interiors.
Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.
Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
Imbued with texture, history and heart. Rustic surfaces hold an authentic story ready to be woven into interiors of character and craftsmanship.
Offering a saw-marked finish and expressive tones. Deep grain and distinct tactility transform spaces into sensory experiences.
Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.
Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
Newly Fit-out — Christchurch Experience Centre
Our newly revitalised space is a testament to our ongoing commitment to exceptional service and considered design. Experience timber - refined, enduring and thoughtfully brought to life.
All our products are designed for minimal maintenance, but we'll provide a care guide and talk you through what's needed to keep it performing beautifully. You're backed by our 25-year warranty, and our aftercare service is available for the life of your product.
Picasso is a sun-lit, sandy tone that radiates warmth and elegance. Its soft golden hues are layered with subtle undertones of beige and driftwood grey, creating a harmonious palette with a refined but relaxed coastal feel.
Description
Format
Artiste Grande is offered in a generous 25mm plank thickness with option of Herringbone and Chevron formats. Combined with a choice of five sophisticated colours it presents a suite of options to create your own work of art.
Finish
Artiste Grande is made from rustic grade European oak planks and finished with a durable UV Cured PureMatte lacquer. This provides a natural matte appearance while ensuring exceptional protection against wear and tear.
Sustainability
An ideal choice for healthy interiors, the Artiste Grande Collection is sustainably sourced, low VOC, and does not contain any added formaldehyde.
