{"id":10159,"date":"2019-09-11T10:45:23","date_gmt":"2019-09-11T10:45:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/designbuybuild.co.uk\/?p=10159"},"modified":"2019-09-11T12:06:09","modified_gmt":"2019-09-11T12:06:09","slug":"how-to-design-with-engineered-wood-flooring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/designbuybuild.co.uk\/how-to-design-with-engineered-wood-flooring\/","title":{"rendered":"How to design with engineered wood flooring"},"content":{"rendered":"

Strong, durable and often less expensive than solid wood, engineered wood flooring is a popular choice for many. Houzz, the leading platform for home renovation and design, found in their latest Houzz and Home study, that 58% of renovators purchased non-carpet flooring (hardwood, engineered, tile, etc.). If you\u2019re considering using engineered wood in your own home, here are a few things to consider first.<\/p>\n

Plan in the flooring from the beginning<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re laying engineered flooring in a kitchen, Houzz professional Andrew Petherick of Artichoke<\/a> advises you plan your flooring from the beginning of a refit, so plinths and grout lines sit well together. \u201cWith any flooring, it\u2019s important to consider how wide the boards are or how big the tiles are and think about how the units will sit on them \u2013 where the lines will fall. If the flooring lines aren\u2019t parallel or perpendicular to the plinths, but at an angle, it will look really odd.\u201d This is also something to consider in any other room you will be laying floorboards.<\/p>\n

Get the basics right<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re laying new engineered wood flooring, there are some things you can do to ensure your boards stand the test of time. Houzz professional, Andres Felipe Uprimny of The New & Reclaimed Flooring Company<\/a> emphasises the importance of preparing the subfloor first. \u201cCheck the subfloor to ensure it\u2019s clean and free of any dirt, paint, grease or glue residue that may affect adhesion,\u201d he says. He also explains that the subfloor needs to be perfectly dry and recommends using a moisture meter to test it accurately. \u201cWhen protecting your newly laid floor during the remainder of the construction process,\u201d he adds, \u201cnever use plastic to cover it, as this will trap moisture, which could affect the floor. Instead, a good-quality felt covering can be laid and taped to the skirting boards to allow the floor to breathe.\u201d<\/p>\n

Look after it<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cPrevention is the best way to protect engineered wood flooring,\u201d says Houzz professional Charlotte Wilkinson of Woodflooring Engineered<\/a>. \u201cStick felt pads under all your furniture and remember to lift rather than drag heavy items. Make sure stiletto heels are in good repair and trim your pet\u2019s claws.\u201d<\/p>\n

Uprimny emphasises the importance of room temperature, both during installation and long-term. \u201cGenerally, the temperature shouldn\u2019t vary drastically \u2013 the ideal would be between 18\u00baC and 20\u00baC. Don\u2019t turn the underfloor heating off, just keep it on low,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

Get professional help<\/strong><\/p>\n

Laying a wood floor may appear simple, but there are lots of factors you need to think about, some of which you may not even be aware of. Finding the right professional can help you avoid any drama and guide you through the process. An experienced installer could even salvage an existing engineered floor, if boards have been damaged, either by treating scratches with a pigmented oil or by removing an individual plank and replacing it with a new one. For more advice, find a professional in your area and ask for their help when planning your renovation.<\/p>\n

Houzz is the leading platform for home renovation and design, providing people with everything they need to improve their homes from start to finish. With the largest residential design database in the world, Houzz is the easiest way for people to find inspiration, get advice and hire the professionals they need to help turn their ideas into reality. <\/em>www.houzz.co.uk<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Photo: Caroline Sharpnack \u00a9 2017 Houzz<\/p>\n

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