Solid or engineered hardwood flooring look the same once they are installed, but they have some very significant differences. The main difference is the way in which they have been made. This then affects how and where they can be used. Continue reading
Engineered wood is an extremely adaptable and versatile floor covering, which still has the visual appearance and natural beauty of real wood. It has a solid wood top layer and has been constructed by bonding together multiple layers of wood together to form the base layer, which helps to give the planks of flooring their durability and capability to withstand fluctuations in temperature and humidity. Continue reading
What is engineered wood flooring?
Engineered wood flooring is one of the most common types of hardwood flooring available. It has a solid wood top layer so looks just like a solid wooden floor once it has been installed. It has become increasingly popular because of its versatility, durability and easiness to install.
Engineered wood flooring should not be mistaken for laminate flooring, which is in fact, a picture of wooden flooring laminated onto high density fibreboard.
Yes, you can install hardwood flooring in your kitchen but you must use engineered hardwood. This is because engineered hardwood flooring is constructed in such a way that it is able to withstand changes in temperature, humidity and moisture that are inevitable in a kitchen environment.
A floating floor refers to the installation method and not a particular type of flooring. A floating floor is sometimes also referred to as being ‘loose laid’. It basically means that the flooring planks are attached to each other, but not glued, nailed or screwed to the existing subfloor in the property; it floats above the subfloor or underlay. The planks of flooring can be either glued together or clicked together (depending upon the type of flooring being used) to create a secure and tight fit so the weight of the floor will hold it in place – almost like a jigsaw puzzle. It is a popular method of installation associated with underfloor heating as it allows the floor to move in response to the changes in temperature. Continue reading
Any hardwood floor can be a great investment as it adds a natural, timeless appeal to your property, along with warmth and luxury. Engineered hardwood flooring is a fantastic alternative to solid hardwood flooring as it has more dimensional strength, can be less costly, and it is very difficult to distinguish between the two once they have been installed. Continue reading
Hardwood flooring is available is different structures, profile types and finishes. It is important to select the correct type of flooring for the area required. Do not to confuse the wood flooring type with the wood species or variety, which determines the colour and pattern of the floor.
The cost of installing hardwood flooring can vary significantly depending on a number of factors: the size of the area; the type of hardwood flooring chosen; whether any accessories are needed (e.g. door strips, radiator pipes, skirting board, etc); the geographical location.
Another consideration when thinking about cost is whether or not you choose to install the floor yourself. Some floors are more suitable for DIY installation. Engineered wood flooring are available in a click system so can be self-assembled. Step by step guidelines and instructions of how to lay the floor should be included in the packs of flooring. Continue reading
When installing hardwood flooring over underfloor heating, engineered wood flooring must be used and not solid wood flooring. Engineered wood flooring can withstand significant fluctuations in temperature because it is made up of multiple layers of wood making it more dimensionally stable than solid wood flooring. Engineered wood flooring is available in a wide variety of species, finishes and styles, and once installed it would be almost impossible to tell the difference between engineered wood flooring and solid wood flooring by sight alone. Continue reading
Either solid wood flooring or engineered wood flooring can be fitted onto a concrete subfloor. Most concrete subfloor consists of a sand and cement screed mixture. Solid wood flooring must be glued down directly onto the screed, and engineered wood flooring can be either glued down or floated over an underlay without being fixed into place.
Before installing any hardwood flooring onto a concrete subfloor, ensure that the screed is dry, firm and level. Continue reading
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