Wooden flooring installation service near you

What to expect from your parquet floor fitting

For easy reference, here are the types of wooden floors that we can install for you:

• Softwood flooring
• Hardwood floor
• Engineered floor
• Parquet flooring
• Laminate floor

Step 1: Subfloor Preparation

Before we even think about laying your new wood floor, we ensure the surface beneath is perfectly prepped. This isn’t just a quick sweep with a broom – it’s a meticulous examination for any imperfections that could impact your flooring later on. We level out any inconsistencies, remove debris, and make sure the subfloor is dry. This guarantees a solid foundation that not only ensures the longevity of your wooden floor but also brings out its full aesthetic potential.

Step 2: Underlay Installation

At Fantastic Handyman, we don’t cut corners. Our chosen underlay provides an array of benefits – it acts as a sound and thermal insulator, creates a cushioned feel underfoot, and offers added moisture protection. With this step, we’re ensuring a wood floor that's comfortable, durable, and whisper-quiet.

Step 3: Floor Fitting

There are 3 main options when it comes floor fitting, depending on the type of wood floor:

• Floating – This is the top-choice method when embedding laminate or engineered wood surfaces. Occasionally, this method might also be chosen for parquet installations. An underlayer is positioned beneath the floor panels or laminate sections, which are then firmly connected atop.
• Nail down/staple down – This method is predominantly chosen for solid wood surface placements and, on rare occasions, for engineered wood floorings.
• Glue down – This technique is occasionally employed by specialists fitting engineered wood (when no underlayer is present). It's also a popular choice for parquet, softwood, or hardwood floor embedding.

Step 4: Wood Floor Sanding

Even the finest woods have minute imperfections, and that’s where our sanding expertise comes into play. Using state-of-the-art equipment, we sand the floor to a perfectly smooth finish, removing any slight bumps or unevenness. This not only gives the wood a polished look but also prepares it for the final finishing touches.

Step 5: Staining and Sealing

Depending on your personal preference and the type of wood, we can apply staining to enhance the natural colour. Next, we seal the wood to protect it from wear, moisture, and spills. Finally, a finishing touch of polish gives it a luxurious sheen.