Prime Engineered Oak Hardwood Flooring UV Lacquered

This wide plank of Prime Engineered Oak UV Lacquered Flooring has a width of 189mm,it comes in a length of 1810mm and has a various thickness of 14mm with a top layer of 3.2mm and 21mm with a top layer of 5.8mm. Prime are the highest grade of flooring. It is a more uniformed look due to having slight color variation between the boards. The grain is straighter then other grades and the floor will contain very few and infrequent small knots and character marks. The prime grade of this flooring is the most expensive as it is in limited supply from the raw material. Each tongue and groove plank has beveled edges on all four sides and is finished Lacquered which gives the oak floor an extra strong smooth protective coating. This very popular product has a stunning visual look that will transform any room.

Engineered Floor Construction

Engineered hardwood floors are very strong, easy to install and will not reacting to heat or moisture making them an ideal choice for areas where solid floors might struggle.  Engineered floors are made from a three layer core of hardwood together with plywood or MDF and a top layer of hardwood veneer (the topmost layer of the engineered flooring) that is glued together to make one wooden board. Although engineered floors are sometimes called ‘semi-real floors’ they look and feel 100% like solid floors.

Floor Finish

This type of finish gives the wood floor an extra strong smooth protective coating and the emphasis is on creating a smoother matt surface. UV lacquered finish is a very popular finish which gives the floor a stunning visual look that will transform any room. UV is designed for places where there is a lot of sunshine, and the finish is matt.

 

About This Wood

Oak is a type of tree which is extremely popular for the construction of many types of wooden structures and furniture. The wood which is abundantly available enjoys very attractive grain markings, great strength and hardness. These properties make the wood not only popular for wood construction, but also for ship building and timber frame buildings.

How To Order Flooring

Type the width and length of the area you wish to cover and click on the Calculate Total Area button. Alternatively, you can type the surface area in the Total area m² box and click Recalculate. The system will display the following information: Total Packs you will need, What is the Pack area (m²) in each pack and the new Total area m² based on the Pack area (m²). Now simply select which dimensions in millimetres most suitable for your area and click on Add to cart.

Delivery Information

Wood and Beyond uses a premium delivery service. Following your order, a customer service agent will contact you to arrange a delivery day and time which suits you so we don't show up at your door when you're not ready. The cost of this service is a flat fee no matter how many worktops, decking or flooring products you order of £45.00 to cover the UK, £80.00 to cover Scotland and £90.00 to cover Ireland.  To mainland UK (excluding Scotland) we also offer a FREE delivery if your order exceeds £699. Take advantage of this service when ordering with us and select multiple products in one order.

Sample Information

Free sample is available to order. We charge £3.5 delivery which will be refunded once you've placed your order with us. The sample will allow you to feel the high quality wood and see its beautiful rich markings. We aim to dispatch the sample within a day so you won't have to wait long. Simply choose the 'Free Sample' option and complete the secure checkout process. When ordering a flooring sample, kindly use the 'comment' box during the checkout process to request the precise flooring dimension sample you require from this product's available dimensions (e.g. 15/4 x 189 x 1860 sample).

 

 

Type			Prime
Style			Single Plank
Finish			UV Lacquered
Installation			Glue, Floating, Nail Down
Profile			T & G

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The installation method will be determined by the type of flooring you are buying and also by the type of sub floor you have.

There are three common categories for subflooring:

- Concrete or cement/ screed
- Wooden-Plywood, Chipboards
- Floor Joist or battens

Please note that vinyl floors, glued-down carpets, and other existing flooring types are not suitable as subflooring (especially for wood floors) and must be removed. Before installing any type of flooring, it is important that you get down to the solid, flat and dry subfloor.

Wood and Beyond has summarised below the following information about subfloors and the flooring types and installation methods you can use:

 

Subfloor	Flooring Type	Installation Method
Concrete	Solid	Nailed onto Battens, Glue-Down
	Engineered	Floating, Glue-Down
Plywood, T&G	Solid	Nail-down, Glue-Down
	Engineered	Floating, Glue-Down
Particle Board	Solid	Glue-Down
	Engineered	Floating. Glue-Down

 

Preparation Steps:

• Make sure the room is completely free of any obstacles such as your old carpet or wooden floors so you can concentrate on installing rather than moving furniture around.
• Ensure the surface is clean from any debris and other reminisces of the previous floor.

 

Floating Installation

Floating Installation is the easiest DIY installation method because it requires the least amount of skill or prior experience in installing floors for the newbie builder. This is when you PVA glue the tongue and groove together. An underlayment is required with a floating installation to prevent contact between the floor and the subfloor and more importantly to serve as a moisture barrier and insulation. Quality underlayment to deaden the sound of walking on the floor can make a huge difference. If you've saved on the process so far by buying your hardwood floor online, make sure to install high quality underlayment. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the movement of a solid wood floor it is not recommended for floating installation.

Glue Down Installation

While this guide is likely to give you all the information you'll need for Glue-down installation, always read the information which came with the floor or contact the seller if unsure. Glue-down installation requires the use of a bonding agent or adhesives applied directly onto the subfloor and can be laid onto both concrete and wooden subfloors. PLEASE NOTE: always read the health and safety recommendations when working with agents. If you are laying over a concrete subfloor you will first need to put down a two part epoxy damp proof membrane to ensure no damp rises up into your new floor. Glue-down installation can be very stable when done properly, although it does take some time before you can actually walk on your floors. The adhesives will need to bond to the floor, and can be quite messy especially when done by a less skilled installer.

Nail-down Installation

Nail-down installation is the most straightforward of all solid wood floor installation methods, and is only advised if you have a wood subfloor and plenty of time to focus on the work. When installing over plywood the direction you choose to lay the planks does not matter; however, if you are going to nail down a new floor over an existing floorboards you must face the planks of the new floor in the opposite direction of the floorboards, essentially making a criss-cross pattern. Solid wood floors are thicker; hence, they need to be nailed down in order to stay in place so consider hiring a nailer for large surfaces otherwise it might take couple of days. Typically when nailing down an 18mm-22mm solid floor you will want to use 2” long nails. Generally, people regard nail-down installation as being very exacting and time-consuming. It requires you to use specific tools and equipment, which can be hard for a DIY job. There is also a certain skill and level of knowledge needed for this type of installation. One suggestion with all nail down installations is to use 2mm poly foam underlay this helps to make sliding boards into place easier and it also reduces the potential squeaking noise your floor produces when walked on.

Maintenance of your hardwood floor is very easy, the key is upkeep, namely cleaning your floor often and thoroughly - but not too thoroughly. 

Please note that you SHOULD NOT use any chemicals and abrasives as they can scuff, scratch or even remove your floor's finish and gloss.

 

Regular cleaning

 

A good procedure to clean your floors in an efficient and proper manner is to initially sweep the area with a soft bristle broom or Hoover it. It is important to examine the broom's bristles before starting, as some brooms are not appropriate for some surface areas and can also scratch or mar the finish. It is best to try the broom on a small area of the floor first to insure that it's not damaging the floor in any way. This should be sufficient in most cases and If this procedure is maintained on a regular basis, you will certainly prolong the beauty of your floors for a very long time.

In cases where you have rough stains, you can clean your floor with a dump cloth/ mop, please make sure it will not be socked as wood and water do not mix well tougher. Evenly mop the entire surface area until clean, and then let the area air dry. Beyond this, there are other steps that can be taken less frequently that can add life and beauty to your floors, such as floor treatments.

 

Regular Floor Treatment

 

For oiled finishes, Re-oiling you floor every few months can help protect and preserve the flooring beautiful look. Be sure to verify the contents and application procedures for your specific product. Doing this every few month or so is perfectly safe for your floor's finish and will add that desired effect of longevity and beauty to your home.