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Black Buffalo

Made in SwitzerlandSwiss Real Leather10.5mm (13/32 Inch)Floating/Click Lock
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$9.39 per sq.ft. $11.09 Save 15%

$169.77 per box $200.51 · one box covers up to 18.08 sq. ft.

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At a glance

At a glance

Key facts

Format
Plank, approx. 36 in x 12 in x 13/32 in (915 x 305 x 10.5 mm)
Installation
Floating (click lock)
Coverage per carton
18.08 sq ft
Pieces per carton
6
Durability class
Commercial class 32; domestic class 23
Warranty
15 years residential (Class 23); 5 years commercial (Class 33)

Performance profile

Comfort & Warmth

Warmer than laminate & hardwood

Very Good

Durability

Moderate residential & light commercial

Very Good

Ease of Installation

Click-lock, no glue or coating needed

Excellent

Natural & Safe

100% natural, sustainably sourced

Excellent

Water Resistance

Surface waterproof with coating

Very Good

Sound Isolation

Good sound isolation

Very Good

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Product details

Cross-section diagram of Swiss real leather floating flooring showing the leather top layer, HDF core, and cork backing View full size
Cross-section diagram of Swiss real leather floating flooring showing the leather top layer, HDF core, and cork backing

Overview

Black Buffalo Leather Flooring

Genuine chrome-free leather underfoot, in a deep buffalo black, built on a click-together plank rated for full commercial traffic. Black Buffalo brings real leather to the floor. The surface is 100% natural, chrome-free bonded leather in a rich black tone, and because it is a natural material, every plank carries its own shade variation. That variation is not a flaw: it is what gives the floor the depth and character of a leather good rather than a printed imitation. Each 13/32 in (10.5 mm) plank is engineered in three layers: the genuine bonded leather wear surface, a 0.27 in (6.8 mm) E1 grade moisture-resistant HDF core, and a 1.2 mm agglomerated cork backing. The leather is sealed with an advanced HotCoating process and a high resistance matte finish, so it shrugs off scratches and chemicals while keeping a soft, low-sheen look. Underfoot, it feels like nothing else in the flooring aisle. The leather surface is warm and gentle on joints, and the cork underlayer cushions every step while cutting impact noise by 17 dB. It suits high-end retail, hotel lobbies, and busy commercial spaces just as well as a living room, and the planks can go on walls too. The leather fibers are regenerative raw material, ethically sourced from remnants of the European tanning and meat industries. Nothing new is taken; waste is turned into a luxury surface.

Why this floor

  • 100% natural, chrome-free bonded leather surface made from reclaimed European tannery remnants: real leather, not a photo print.
  • Usage class 23/32 (EN 16511) with AC4 abrasion resistance: rated for busy commercial areas, not just homes.
  • 17 dB impact sound improvement (EN ISO 717-2) from the built-in 1.2 mm agglomerated cork backing.
  • HotCoating wear layer with a high resistance matte finish: very good chemical durability (EN 423) and no surface damage in stain testing (EN 438-2:2016).
  • Uniclic click lock profile on a moisture-resistant E1 HDF core: a floating installation with no glue and no nails.
  • Compatible with underfloor heating, with a low thermal resistance of 0.088 m² K/W so warmth passes through.
  • Low-emission construction tested according to AgBB, with a Cfl s1 fire rating and R9 slip resistance.

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Important product note

Black Buffalo is made from natural leather, so color variation is expected and part of its unique look. No two planks are identical, and the finished floor will show natural shifts in tone and texture.

Specifications

Specifications

Dimensions & packaging

Format
Plank, approx. 36 in x 12 in x 13/32 in (915 x 305 x 10.5 mm)
Pieces per carton
6
Coverage per carton
18.08 sq ft
Recommended overage
10%
Board Length
915mm (36 Inch)
Board Width
305mm (12 Inch)
Board Thickness
10.5mm (13/32 Inch)

Construction & finish

Construction
Genuine bonded leather over a 0.27 in (6.8 mm) E1 grade moisture-resistant HDF core with a 1.2 mm agglomerated cork backing
Wear layer
HotCoating
Finish
High resistance matte finishing
Color
Black; natural shade variation from plank to plank
Edge
Square edge, no bevel
Shade
Dark

Performance & installation

Profile
Uniclic Click Lock
Installation
Floating (click lock)
Install location
Floor, wall
Application
Commercial and residential
Durability class
Commercial class 32; domestic class 23
Impact Noise Reduction
17 dB
Radiant Heat Compatible
Electric Heating Compatible, Hydronic Heating Compatible, Underfloor Heating Compatible
Floor Grade Level
Above Grade, Below Grade, On Grade

Warranty & origin

Warranty
15 years residential (Class 23); 5 years commercial (Class 33)
Country of Origin
Switzerland
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Standards and reported results for this product.

Property Standard Result
Mass and total thickness EN 427 & EN 428 approx. 915 x 305 x 10.5 mm
Classification EN 16511 Living area 23; commercial area 32
Basis weight EN 430 approx. 9,200 g/m²
Abrasion behavior EN 14354 & EN 13329 AC4
Impact sound improvement EN ISO 717-2 17 dB
Chair caster suitability EN 425 Type W suitable
Fire behavior EN ISO 9239-1 Cfl s1
Thermal resistance EN 12524 0.088 m² K/W
Dimensional stability EN 434 < 0.05%
Residual impression EN 433 max. 0.1 mm
Lightfastness ISO 105 > 7
Chemical exposure EN 423 Very good durability
Emission values AgBB Tested according to AgBB
Thickness swelling, 24 h EN 317 < 8%
Transverse tensile strength, click connection ISO 24334 HDF > 500 kg/lfm
Charging voltage EN 1815 < 2 kV
Slip resistance coefficient EN 51130 R9
Furniture leg shift EN 424 No visible damage
Stain resistance EN 438-2:2016 No damage to the surface

Installation & care

Installation & care

Use this checklist to plan the project, then follow the linked product guide for the exact requirements.

  1. Confirm that the subfloor is clean, dry, level and structurally sound; use a moisture barrier where the linked guide requires one.
  2. Acclimate and inspect the material, mix planks from multiple cartons, and preserve every required perimeter and transition gap.
  3. Sweep or vacuum grit and clean with a well-wrung damp cloth or mop—never leave standing water on the floor.

Product documents

Common questions

Common questions

Can I install this over radiant (underfloor) heat?
Yes. Black Buffalo is compatible with underfloor heating systems. Its thermal resistance is a low 0.088 m² K/W (EN 12524), so heat transfers through the plank instead of being trapped below it.
Will it stand up to pets, office chairs, and heavy traffic?
It is rated class 23/32, which covers busy commercial areas as well as any room in a home, with AC4 abrasion resistance. The HotCoating surface resists scratches and chemicals, it is rated suitable for Type W chair casters (EN 425), and furniture leg testing (EN 424) showed no visible damage.
How does it handle moisture and spills?
The core is E1 grade moisture-resistant HDF, tested to less than 8% thickness swelling after 24 hours of exposure (EN 317), and stain testing per EN 438-2:2016 showed no damage to the surface. Like any HDF-core floating floor, it is designed for interior, dry-service areas rather than wet rooms.
How is it installed?
As a floating floor: the planks lock together with a Uniclic click profile, no glue or nails needed. Each carton holds 6 planks covering 18.08 sq ft, and we recommend ordering 10% overage for cuts. The planks can also be installed on walls.

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