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A personal touch in your engineered flooring means more comfort
Engineered flooring installations are a pick for the more experienced interior designers. It’s a way to show that some care has been taken, and the comfort of occupants has been considered by the designer. It is also a great way to deal with any anomalies in your home design, for example, a crooked floor. It is more stable than regular flooring since it has an extra layer bonded to it.
HomeReps offers customized engineered flooring solutions in all districts of London, and a long-term warranty for our installations. After all, they are supposed to last 25 years, at least.
What is the difference between normal flooring and engineered flooring?
You probably wouldn’t ask a question that long, so it may always remain unanswered. In simple terms, normal floorboards are usually made of hardwood and their installation process involves nails and adhesives and takes quite a bit of skill, to deliver a perfectly level floor. Engineered flooring installations, however, have an extra layer of plywood that makes their installations easier and more stable. It also increases their life span, since the lower part of the boards is more prone to decay. You can always sand the top layer, but if the lower layer of your floorboards isn’t in good shape, you can’t do anything but change them.
You probably wouldn’t ask a question that long, so it may always remain unanswered. In simple terms, normal floorboards are usually made of hardwood and their installation process involves nails and adhesives and takes quite a bit of skill, to deliver a perfectly level floor. Engineered flooring installations, however, have an extra layer of plywood that makes their installations easier and more stable. It also increases their life span, since the lower part of the boards is more prone to decay. You can always sand the top layer, but if the lower layer of your floorboards isn’t in good shape, you can’t do anything but change them.
So don’t hesitate to call now and get an estimate for your engineered flooring installation, anywhere in London. We offer the best package deals for flooring installations and repair or maintenance.
Why is engineered flooring a better option?
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It’s highly durable and more stable
They can be retouched, if sanding doesn’t do the job. But they are usually sturdier than usual floors because of their extra lower layer, which makes them more stable as well.
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They are easily installed, even by DIY enthusiasts
There are two common forms of engineered flooring installation, one with a mechanical grip, and the other with adhesive, but it doesn’t require the use of any nails, which is a great safety boost and makes it easier to install.
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It’s a more economic option!
Engineered floorboards end up less expensive than hardwood floorboards, because of their plywood layer that lower the use of hardwood.
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They last longer than most flooring types
With an average of 25 to 30 years, they become a long term investment.
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While thinner, it absorbs more pressure with a higher surface area
Engineered hardwood floorboards vary in size and shape, but most are thinner compared to other hardwood floorboards. They are, however, wider and this makes them more stable under pressure.
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They increase property value
The fancy name alone adds a lot to the value of your home, and if you make the right choice in engineered hardwood type, your investment will have a high return when selling the property.
Conclusion
Engineered wood flooring was once not as luxurious as hardwood flooring, but that has changed with advances in its models. The upgraded engineered flooring solutions still cost less than hardwood flooring and are more environmentally friendly.
Repairing or restoring engineered wood flooring
- One of the issues that engineered floors may be subjected to is the gradual shift in boards, which creates gaps between them. We can fill these gaps, or help shift the boards back to their proper position. Too much foot traffic, running or jumping too much on the floorboards and other factors can create gaps in the floorboards.
- Sanding engineered floorboards is a bit trickier than hardwood floors since there is not a lot of room for mistakes. The top layer is thinner, and sanding down too hard might weaken the board and cause it to shatter under pressure later. That is why we recommend hiring an expert carpenter to sand and refurnish your engineered wood flooring.
HomeReps teams have a long history of installing all types of flooring in all areas of London, and you can check out our portfolio to get a sense of our quality of work and insight into your projects.
If you aren’t sure what type of flooring fits your home best, call us and get a recommendation and survey.
