Wood Floor Installation In New York
Hardwood floors are an
investment that will last for a long time with the proper
installation and care. There are different modes of installation for
engineered wood strips, solid wood strips, and parquet. With all
modes of installation moisture testing is imperative to ensure
proper installation. Installation can be a painstaking process but
we take pride in leaving your home looking as beautiful as we found
it. Our expert technicians have seen every situation and are
proficient in the three different types of installation for hardwood
flooring.
Nail Down/Staple Installation
In this method we nail down or staple solid or engineered wood
strips to the subflooring (usually either plywood or plank wood).
The floor is done with random length strips. A few strips are placed
down and arranged prior to fastening to ensure proper placement and
tautness.
Glue Down Installation
In this method we glue down engineered wood strips or parquet
directly to the subfloor. In these cases the subfloor is usually
concrete, so we pay extra attention to moisture. With glue down
installations, it is important to consider any kind of allergies and
sensitivities to smell. We use an acrylic based glue which is more
mild than some of the other options. Glue down installations can be
walked on the next day and furniture can also be moved in.
Floating Installation
In this method we glue together the tongue and groove of every plank
and the floor floats over a foam cushioned padding. If the flooring
has a locking system we can lock the pieces together without glue.
This can be used with either laminate or engineered wood floor, but
either way the flooring is pre-finished. Not all engineered surfaces
can be floated. Floating installation can also be placed over
subflooring of questionable quality unlike the other two modes.
Also, floating floors are a great option if you have multiple layers
of flooring and do not want to remove them all. And floating
installation The wear layer is important to consider as the thicker
the layer the more times it can be refinished. Generally, laminate
flooring gives a hollow feeling underfoot with this mode of
installation. Remember that floating floors expand and contract as a
unit because the pieces of fused together. Allow for as much
expansion area as possible.
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