Installation and subfloors
Independent guides on installation and subfloors.
13 guides
- Acclimatising wood before installation: why Dutch fitters insist on it in 2026In 2026, Dutch fitters insist on acclimatising wood before installation because wood is a natural material tha…
- DIY or professional installation of oak flooring in the Netherlands in 2026For oak flooring in the Netherlands in 2026, professional installation gives you a better result than DIY if y…
- Expansion gaps in wooden floors explained for Netherlands homeowners 2026Expansion gaps are essential for wooden floors in the Netherlands, especially with climate changes. They allow…
- Glue down versus floating installation for Dutch homes in 2026For Dutch homes in 2026, glue-down installation offers the best stability and a solid feel, especially with un…
- How a hardwood floor is installed step by step in the Netherlands in 2026Installing a hardwood floor in the Netherlands in 2026 follows a clear step-by-step process: measuring and pre…
- How long does installing a wooden floor take in a Dutch home in 2026?Installing a wooden floor in a Dutch home in 2026 takes between 1 and 5 working days, depending on the type of…
- Levelling an uneven subfloor before laying parquet in the Netherlands 2026Levelling an uneven subfloor is essential before laying parquet in the Netherlands in 2026. An uneven base can…
- Living at home during floor installation: Dutch planning tips for 2026Living at home while your floor is installed is possible in 2026 if you plan well. Martijn de Wit Vloeren, a D…
- Preparing a concrete subfloor for wood flooring in Holland in 2026A concrete subfloor needs to be dry, flat, and clean before installing wood flooring. In the Netherlands, the …
- Removing an old floor before the new one arrives in a Dutch home in 2026Removing an old floor before installing a new one in 2026 requires careful planning, especially in Dutch homes…
- Skirting boards and finishing details for wooden floors in Holland 2026Skirting boards and finishing details are essential for a polished wooden floor. In Holland in 2026, homeowner…
- Sound insulation under wooden floors: Dutch building rules for 2026From 2026, Dutch building regulations require better sound insulation under wooden floors in new homes and maj…
- Underfloor heating and herringbone: installation rules for the Netherlands 2026Underfloor heating and herringbone floors can work well together in the Netherlands, but you need to follow st…