AVENUE INTERIORS
hardwood flooring specialist
Call Us
020 8723 5102

Wood flooring: Most frequently asked questions

What types of wood flooring are there to choose from?

There is a choice of solid, semi-solid and engineered wood.

Can you put a Solid floor on top of floorboards?

Yes, if the Solid floor is laid across the existing floorboards it can be nailed in directly; but if the floor is laid in the same direction as the floorboards then it is important to lay a 6mm ply before- hand.

Can a Solid floor go on top of concrete?

It can be done but it is wise to get expert advice, as a professional will use a hygrometer to check moisture/damp levels before proceeding. Using Solid plank floors on concrete can be difficult so it is better to consider an alternative like Herringbone blocks for example, as they can be glued down onto concrete.

What can be done if concrete floors are not level?

Generally, a levelling compound is used to level concrete floors.

How do you check that a floor is level?

To determine how level a floor is, it is best to lay a long straight edge on the surface. A few millimetres difference up or down in height on an all-over surface area of sub flooring is quite normal.

Can we have a wood floor fitted on top of an existing wood floor, lino, tiles or carpet?

An Engineered or floating floor is mainly suitable for this type of fitting.

Can an Engineered floor be fitted on top of floorboards?

Yes it can, providing that an appropriate underlay is placed first. A hard board may sometimes be used if the boards are laid in the same direction as the floor boards for extra stability.

Avenue-Interiors.com | HARDWOOD FLOORING SPECIALIST