It is always a constitutive decision in interior design concepts: The combination between the furniture and the floor concerning style, colour and quality. In this regard the development of the last years has shown that the material mix inside the rooms should be reduced. Furthermore an old design rule of thumb is that only three different colours should be mixed. This information leads us to the right choice of a mafi natural wooden floor. This example shows an Oak Vulcano, brushed and natural oiled. The wood is thermo treated which gives the floor its typical dark appearance. The natural oiling strengths the original grain of the wood visually but gives the floor its great resistance as well. The interaction between the white walls and the dark floor can also be found in the mixture between the black and white furniture – truly a design masterpiece.
Another interesting fact related to this private project in Switzerland is the combination between a mafi Oak Vulcano and tiles made out of marble, also a natural product. mafi natural wooden floors can easily be combined with other floor covering material. Even existing height differences can be cleared because of the variable thickness of our mafi floors.
Expert’s tip: Always use furniture sliders for a long-term protection of your personal mafi floor.
mafi trades on the principles of origin and sustainability – even the headquarters is located in the green field, on the edge of the largest continuous forest in Central Europe, the Kobernaußer Forest.
There are only a few sorts of wood, which are that traditional and dignified like an American walnut. The usage of walnut usually ranges from walls and ceilings to exclusive furniture. Of course mafi offers this attractive material also as flooring. The mafi Walnut USA is one, out of few types of wood, that is not purchased out of the middle of Europe. Anyhow this natural wooden floor fits perfect in this luxurious private house in Greece. The genuine character of the walnut connects with the modern interior to a fashionable but on the other hand comfortable home – definitely a floor like a work of art.
The same counts form a technical perspective. The wooden carpeting of the fireplace and the boundary of the lounge area fit in with the whole interior concept. Individual solutions are one of the strength fields of mafi. The synchronization between the wooden floor and the glass elements is just another proof of it.
The carpentry Bögelsack in Germany has a long tradition of quality and employs different experts in the field of wood construction. Therefore they trust in mafi and their products. As you can see on the picture, they decided to walk on an Oak Country, brushed and natural oiled. Altogether they use 105 sqm of this solid but even so innovative natural wooden floor. The overall picture becomes very harmonious because of the right direction of the installation. The continuous chain of windows and with that associated, the incidence of light strongly suggests this solution of installation in the same direction.
Additionally, a platform is designed in a Tiger Oak white, brushed and natural oiled. Even though the raw material is oak again, the colour is completely different. Because of the thermo-treatment the wood is getting darker but also heightens the resistance to fungi and insects. Dimensional stability is also increased whereas the expansion, contraction and inner tension are reduced. The sliding door is revetted with the same Tiger Oak white to provide a homogeneous image. This example can also be taken as a demonstration that even different mafi products have a balanced appearance together.
mafi is a trendsetter in the range of special designed natural oiled wooden floors. The vanguard design of the mafi products integrates itself perfect into the world of lifestyle and high fashion. On this account many boutiques all around the world are satisfied with their unique natural wooden floors. On this example we are proud to present a Tiger Oak gold, brushed and natural oiled that fits ideal into this fashion boutique in Switzerland. Please also have a look on the mafi trademark sign. Always incorporated into one plank of the floor, to proof that it is an original mafi wooden floor with all of its benefits like great resistance, anti-slip, anti-static and above all without any artificial consumables.
As you can see on the pictures mafi floors elevate from the ground. Following the trend of reducing the material-mix inside the rooms, we are offering wooden stairs in the same design and quality like the mafi floor as well. This customized installation leads the customers automatically to the next level without any visual break. We are anxious all the times to make your individual wishes possible.
The own four walls are something special, something individual. To fulfill the dream of a perfect home it is important, that all parts fit together. The ground is the foundation and always a large area, to deal with. mafi natural wooden floors are composed into a room, not installed. As you can see on these pictures, this Ash dark Vulcano, brushed and natural oiled is a breathtaking contrast to the straight black and white characteristic. The direction of the installation, against the incidence of light, allows a beautiful play of colours and expands the room additionally. Another possibility to harmonize the room is to use mafi wooden planks for furniture. Based on the great durability and hardiness, mafi wooden planks can also be used as a surface for working areas in the kitchen.
Vulcano in Austria
The fine dark colour of Vulcano floors is achieved by special heat treatment, which means a wood drying system at high temperatures, without the use of any chemicals, using only heat, wind and water. Expansion and contraction as well as inner tension are reduced, while, on the other hand, resistance to fungi and insects is increased. Dimensional stability is also increased. As the floor stays completely natural with this method, it is also essential to shade it from strong sunlight in order to avoid the colour lightening. Because of its dark tan, the mafi volcano floors are a very good ecological and conscientious alternative to tropical wood.
By visiting our channel you will find a selection of videos from introducing mafi and the idea behind natural wooden floors to accurate maintenance instructions for your personal piece of art.
mafi was the first company in the industry to decide for a lacquer-free, completely naturally oiled flooring surface. The Oils used are wholly based on natural raw materials. These natural properties support the wood by preserving and highlighting its natural qualities. To get a detailed overview about mafi as a trendsetter or as a company, mafi – the idea is the right choice for you.
It is our conviction that wood can only develop its positive features when used and treated as naturally as possible. To get the perfect achievement, it is very important that the flooring is treated in the right way. Once treaded, mafi natural wood floors are extremely robust, hard-wearing and, above all, easy care. In this video you can see the first oiling after the installation. Our basic requirement is that for mafi natural wooden floors only original mafi care products are used.
After the right installation the constant cleaning of mafi floors is very important. The right treatment makes our flooring more robust, healthier, warmer and anti-slip. Even difficult stains, heavy soiled floors or high traffic in commercial areas are no problem at all. Vulcano floors should never be cleaned with a single-disk machine and/or green pad and with mesh, otherwise scratch marks are noticeable.
As a pioneer of natural wood processing, mafi works under the principle of sustainability. The careful use of resources is at the heart of the company’s ethics. During processing, the whole tree is used – with all its physical and visual diversity.
Following its pioneering vision, mafi has developed its own method of thermal treatment. This eliminates the need to use Tropical timber. With this natural oiled Oak Vulcano, located in Seoul, South Korea, mafi proves again, that humidity does no harm to their natural wooden floors. Quite the contrary, mafi parquet can even regulate moisture inside the rooms and provide an enjoyable and healthy living all over the world. Using only water and heat, Vulcano floors are completely stained in a natural way.
Carving is an extraordinary symbiosis between the natural structure of wood and a variety on graphic design. The innovative Carving technology enables us to engrave classic, retro-modern and contemporary designs into naturally oiled wood surfaces.
Directness, clarity and structure – Carving Club I projects these values with its honest yet sophisticated design. Its subtle charm ensures a highly recognisable value, but without intruding. Through its striking design Carving Club I is especially suited for boutiques and showrooms. It is also ideal for health & spa areas due to its non-slip surface.
mafi floors are used very often in Bathrooms, Wellness Areas and Spas. As long as the floor gets the possibility to dry again, it is not a problem to use it in so called wet areas. (this is why we do not recommend it directly next to a pool where water can continuously spill over)
Outstanding combinations of wooden floors, walls and furniture we recently finished in a marvellous luxurious apartment in Obertauern in the middle of Austrian Alps.
The customers did all the interior design on their own and created a wonderful flair to feel well and relax. They wanted to keep the material mix low. This is why they used mafi Oak Country, brushed and white oiled for the floor the doors some wall coverings. In the bedrooms the furniture out of Oak Vulcano brushed and white oiled to have the same colour balance but still a neat contrast in brightness.
A masterpiece of installation and cabinet work is the detail where the planks on the floor, the door and the wall behind are running through in ONE line. This just looks awesome and is a proof of the love for details of our clients.
It is always a constitutive decision in interior design concepts: The combination between the furniture and the floor concerning style, colour and quality. In this regard the development of the last years has shown that the material mix inside the rooms should be reduced. Furthermore an old design rule of thumb is that only three different colours should be mixed. This information leads us to the right choice of a mafi natural wooden floor. This example shows an Oak Vulcano, brushed and natural oiled. The wood is thermo treated which gives the floor its typical dark appearance. The natural oiling strengths the original grain of the wood visually but gives the floor its great resistance as well. The interaction between the white walls and the dark floor can also be found in the mixture between the black and white furniture – truly a design masterpiece.
