What this work involves
Discuss moisture, flatness, floor build-up and any underfloor heating. Include existing doors, skirtings and transitions.
- Species and pattern
- Floating or bonded installation
- Finish and maintenance
Use the following design considerations when coordinating this service with a wider project. Agree which parts apply to your request.
Review samples beside retained skirtings, doors and mouldings.
What the drawing needs to explain
Prepare a detail sheet for the door, frame, skirting and wall together. Identify retained elements, refinished surfaces and locations requiring bespoke work.
How to review the result
Review junctions against the detail sheet. Check that retained doors move freely and new layers do not obstruct hardware, hinges or ventilation provisions.
Cost factors for this service
Costs depend on area, timber selection, substrate and laying pattern. Ask for the scope and selected specification to be described separately.
Bring this to the discussion
Photographs of the existing situation, available drawings and your requirements for parquet & timber flooring. Identify the elements that should remain.
Questions about the work
What should I discuss before arranging parquet & timber flooring?
Suppliers should confirm compatibility with underfloor heating. Agree the build-up and use of the selected system.
The design situations here illustrate choices; they are not completed projects or a diagnosis of your property.