Johnson Hardwood Alehouse Barley Ale

Overview

From Johnson Hardwood’s Alehouse line, Barley Ale is a Maple engineered hardwood. Built to look reclaimed, Alehouse planks run up to seven feet and are hand-finished with filled checks, random wire-brushing and an edge-darkening hand stain. Johnson describes Barley Ale as having a medium color tone and a semi gloss level. Dimensions: 7-1/2″ wide, 1/2″ thick, 2.0mm top layer. Length: Most in 7/LF. Surface: wire-brushed; finish: 11 step, aluminum oxide. Install options: staple, cleat, glue, float. Where it can go: on-grade, above-grade and below-grade (per Johnson). Johnson lists a 35-year limited residential warranty. Manufacturer item number: AME-AHM19004. Visit our Woodland Hills showroom to see Barley Ale in person, or request pricing and availability.

Specifications

Manufacturer	Johnson Hardwood
Series	Alehouse
Color	Barley Ale
Manufacturer item #	AME-AHM19004
Flooring type	Engineered Hardwood
Species	Maple
Top layer (veneer)	2.0mm
Construction	Engineered (hardwood wear layer over a multi-ply core)
Width	7-1/2″
Overall thickness	1/2″
Length	Most in 7/LF
Surface texture	Wire-Brushed
Look	Vintage
Color tone	Medium
Finish	11 Step, Aluminum Oxide
Gloss	Semi
Installation	Staple, Cleat, Glue, Float
Where it can go	On-grade, above-grade and below-grade (per Johnson)
Warranty	35 Year Limited Residential
Sq ft per carton	Ask us — we confirm with the distributor
Last verified	Sept 22, 2026 (Johnson Hardwood product page)

Color and Appearance

Johnson lists Barley Ale as a medium color tone, and a wire-brushed surface. Because it is real wood, every plank is different. Johnson does not publish a written color description, so we recommend seeing it in person in our showroom or at home before you decide.

Construction

Engineered construction pairs a real hardwood wear layer with a cross-layered core. It moves less than solid wood through Southern California’s dry Santa Ana winds and seasonal humidity changes, and Johnson rates it for on-, above- and below-grade installs. The 2.0mm top layer can typically be lightly screened and recoated, and thicker wear layers allow sanding; ask us what is possible for this floor.

Installation

Our crews check your subfloor for moisture and flatness and install to the manufacturer’s guidelines. Johnson lists these methods: Staple, Cleat, Glue, Float. We choose nail-down, glue-down or floating based on your subfloor and rooms. Learn more about our hardwood flooring installation.

Delivery and Pickup

Johnson Hardwood flooring is ordered through the distributor. Call to confirm current availability and lead time, and ask about delivery to your home or job site, or pickup from our store.

See It in Person

Visit our showroom at 21030 Victory Blvd, Woodland Hills (Mon–Wed & Fri 10–6, Thu 10–4, Sat 10–5, Sun closed), or request a free in-home estimate and we’ll bring samples to you.

Care

• Sweep or vacuum (hard-floor setting) regularly to remove grit.
• Clean with a barely damp mop and a cleaner made for finished wood floors. Never wet-mop or steam.
• Use felt pads under furniture and mats at entries.
• Keep indoor humidity steady to limit seasonal gaps.

Warranty Summary

Johnson lists this floor with a 35 Year Limited Residential warranty. Warranty coverage depends on proper installation, care and use, and has exclusions. Read the full terms on Johnson Hardwood’s warranty page.

More From the Alehouse Series

• Johnson Hardwood Alehouse Strawberry Blonde Maple Engineered Hardwood · 7-1/2″
• Johnson Hardwood Alehouse Copper Ale Maple Engineered Hardwood · 7-1/2″
• Johnson Hardwood Alehouse Doppelbock Maple Engineered Hardwood · 7-1/2″

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Johnson Hardwood Alehouse Barley Ale cost?

We quote Johnson Hardwood flooring by project, because the final price depends on square footage, current distributor pricing and whether you need installation. Call (818) 963-0878 or use the form below for current pricing and availability.

Can I see this floor in person before I buy?

Yes. Ask us to set aside a sample at our Woodland Hills showroom, or request a free in-home estimate and we will bring samples so you can see the color in your own light.

Can it go in a basement or over concrete?

Johnson rates this engineered floor for on-, above- and below-grade installs. Over concrete it is usually glued down or floated, after a moisture test. We check your slab during the estimate.

Do you install Johnson Hardwood flooring?

Yes. Our installers handle subfloor checks, acclimation, installation, trim and transitions.

Wood is a natural material. Color, grain and character vary from board to board, and screens and lighting change how a floor looks. Please contact us or visit our Woodland Hills showroom to see it in person before ordering.

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