Wood Floor Installation

Inspection & Preparation

Before laying any wooden flooring, the base must be properly prepared. On concrete or uneven surfaces, a primer is first applied, followed by а self-levelling compound to create a smooth, stable foundation. For wooden subfloors that need levelling, plywood is used to achieve a flat and even surface.

Wood Floor Installation Methods

There are two main methods for installing wooden flooring: floating and glue-down.

• Floating installation places the floor over a suitable underlay, allowing it to sit freely above the subfloor without being fixed, which provides flexibility and easy installation.
• Glue-down installation bonds the flooring directly to the subfloor using specialist adhesives suitable for both plywood and concrete. When installed over concrete, a liquid damp-proof membrane is applied first to protect against moisture and ensure long-term stability.

On-Site Finishing

Some wooden floors are supplied unfinished, allowing the colour and finish to be chosen after installation. Once laid, we sand the surface, apply stain if required, and seal it with high-quality lacquer or oil. This process provides full customisation, a smooth, even finish, and long-lasting protection while enhancing the natural beauty of the wood.

Profiles & Finishing Trims

An expansion gap is always left around the floor to allow natural movement caused by temperature and humidity changes, preventing warping or lifting over time.

To complete the installation, we fit high-quality finishing profiles and trims, including scotia, T-bars, reducer profiles and end trims. These cover the expansion gaps, create smooth transitions between areas and give the floor a clean, professional finish that complements the interior.