WHY CHOSE ENGINEERED TIMBER FLOORING

When I first heard that Sophie’s vision board was inspired by her Mediterranean travels, I was excited to see what materials we could explore for this project. Lots of white concrete and render was a no-brainer, but for the flooring, concrete, tiles or timber would have all been authentic choices to bring to life Sophie’s #mediterraneanvilla vibe.

Inspired by Lana and Bonnie Engineered Timber floorboards, Sophie was dead set on engineered timber from the get go. I asked all about them:

WHAT MADE YOU CHOOSE ENGINEERED TIMBER FLOORING?

I’ve been lucky enough to spend loads of time in Lana and Bonnie’s houses, eyeballing and touching everything they used so I was a bit spoilt when it came to choosing products for our own home, having seen their choices first hand. One of the first things you notice when you enter both their homes is the stunning Woodcut flooring. I love how it looks, how it feels under foot and how easy it is to clean. Just perfect for our lifestyle, on acreage with little feet running around.

WHICH COLOUR DID YOU CHOOSE AND WHY?

My first thought was to go for as white as possible as I just love white flooring but Bonnie convinced me to choose which is slightly warmer and I’m so glad we went with it. It’s gorgeous. Any whiter might have looked a bit stark against the all-white house. Voss bring a warmth and homeliness to every room.

IS THERE ANYTHING YOU WOULD HAVE CHANGED?

No! The more I live with our floors, the more I love them! I have to mention the gorgeous brass detailing on the stairs – everyone notices and comments on it. It just really takes them up another level.

We laid the boards in a herringbone pattern in our walk in robe and I’m seriously in love with them. It’s an added feature that makes the room feel really special. So, I guess if I could change anything, I might do more herringbone. I can imagine it looking amazing in our front entryway!

HOW’S THE WEAR AND TEAR SO FAR?

OMG so good! It’s already taken a beating from our dogs, kids spilling food and milk, pizza parties with lots of friends traipsing through from outdoors. Lana would freak out over the number of stilettos, dirty shoes and feet that have been through this house!

The beauty of it is that it’s so easy to clean. I just whip out the Dyson and give it a once-over and it’s like new. There’s a subtle grain in the Rawma as well, which is great for helping disguise mess in-between cleans.

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Solid Wood Vs Engineered Wood Flooring – Which Should You Choose?

Solid Wood Flooring Typically crafted from a hardwood species, such as oak, maple, or walnut, solid wood flooring, as the name suggests, is made completely from a single, solid piece of wood. Solid wood flooring can be sanded and refinished several times over its life, however it is prone to warping in humid or damp conditions.Engineered Wood FlooringSimilar in appearance to solid wood, the construction of these boards features multiple sheets of thin hardwood bonded together over a premium base material. This construction provides excellent resistance to warping and a long lifespan of around 25 to 30 years with proper care and maintenance.

THE IMPORTANCE OF PROFESSIONAL TIMBER FLOOR INSTALLATION

About 'DIY' InstallationWhen people consider DIY floating floor installation, it is usually due to budget restraints. While they don’t necessarily save on the cost of materials, they believe they are saving a significant amount on labour costs. These days, you can quite easily search for tutorial videos online about anything, and floorboard installation is no different. The problem with these videos is that they often make the task look easier than it really is, advise incorrect techniques or use improper adhesives and tools that will result in an extremely inferior finish. What may seem to be a relatively easy, cost effective and self-rewarding task, usually ends up more time consuming and more expensive in the long run.

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Q: What is my best option; am l better off buying a 14mm (Overlay) or 19mm (Traditional) hardwood floor?A. It is obviously personal preference and each job has different requirement; a 14mm floor board in our (Overlay Range) can be sanded the same amount of time as a 19mm floorboard it comes in a shorter random spread which is easier to manage on the job site and has been designed to go over a flat solid surface which is classified as a non-structural floor and in most cases is a better option than 19mm due to less core moisture in the product, therefore a more stable option. On the other hand, a 19mm floor board (Traditional Range) has been designed to go over floor joist which is classified as a structural floor. A 19mm floor board has the same ware layer as a 14mm floor board; it also has a longer average length spread however dependent on your circumstances the choice is yours.

WHY CHOSE ENGINEERED TIMBER FLOORING

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