Glue down is an installation method suited to both solid and engineered wood flooring and relies on a well-applied, good quality adhesive for its success. Wood flooring glue works by creating a bond between the flooring and the subfloor. The bond between the two surfaces is created thanks to a chemical reaction that effectively…
If you’re considering a flooring project, there’s no doubt that you’ll be weighing up all your options to see what will work best within your budget and for your specific project’s requirements. Whether you opt for engineered or solid wood, lacquered or oiled finish, will depend not only on your personal preferences, but also on…
Between 4th and 12th May 2013, you’ll find Wood and Beyond at the Grand Designs Live, London exhibition. Joining over 500 exhibitors at London’s ExCeL in Royal Victoria Dock, we’ll be exhibiting our range of wood flooring, worktops and decking as well as showing off some of our bespoke services that will make your wood…
If you have pets, choosing the right floor is a really important part of your interior planning process. While many people suggest that wood flooring isn’t ideal if you have four-legged friends in your home, there is no reason why you shouldn’t be able to make wood flooring work for you and your pets alike.…
Oiled wood flooring is arguably one of the most natural looking finishes you can choose, irrespective of whether your floor is solid wood or engineered. An extremely popular choice recently, there is no getting away from the fact that oiled wood flooring is less resistant to wear and tear than the likes of lacquered…
Irrespective of what sort of business you’re setting up, getting the look and image right has never been more important. With the tough economic climate has come even more need to stand out from your competitors in order to win the hearts, minds and especially the wallets of those all important customers. No matter whether…
Wood flooring underlay is a really important part of your wood flooring project. The ideal way to create the perfect laying surface for your new floor, a good quality underlay will not only make your floor easier to lay, it’ll keep it looking great longer too. Add to this, the thermal and noise insulation properties…
Spring is a great time to clean your decking. As the days get longer and warmer, you’re certain to be thinking about those hot summer days ahead when you’re outside enjoying your garden. Your decking is an integral part of your outside living space and is the ideal place to enjoy a relaxing glass…
Wood flooring is a highly natural and appealing flooring solution that works throughout the house. Available in a whole host of species, colours, finishes and board sizes, the only real limit to a wood flooring project is your imagination. Equally suited to living rooms, bedrooms and hallways, solid wood flooring is a product that is…
If you’ve damaged a plank in your solid wood floor to such an extent that you can’t fix it with filler, you’ll need to remove it and replace it. Because solid wood floors are designed in a tongue and groove style, removing a single plank can be quite tricky, so it’s best to be prepared…
If you’re planning a new look for your kitchen, walnut worktops are a flexible, practical and affordable choice. Adding charm to any kitchen, irrespective of whether or not you plan to change your kitchen units, with the right care and attention, a walnut worktop will last pretty much a lifetime. One of the most…
The addition of a wooden worktop to your kitchen isn’t just an appealing and affordable option; it’s also highly practical. Wooden worktops come in a variety of different styles. At the cheaper end of the market, you’ll find worktops that are made up of relatively short, thin strips, blocks or staves of wood. Thereafter, as…