Special Offer Solid 20mm European White Fumed Oak 130mm Oiled Flooring

Special Offer Solid 20mm European White Fumed Oak 130mm Oiled Flooring is 130mm wide, has a total thickness of 20mm and comes in random lengths of between 600-2000, with around 20% of the boards being 2000mm long.

Although this is a solid wood flooring all the way through it still has a wear layer above the tongue and groove, sanding cannot surpass this point. On this floor that wear layers is 8.0mm which if need can be sanded and re-finished up to 10 times, but under a normal maintenance program and in a domestic environment the floor should not need to be sanded for around 20 years.

The floor is constructed like a tradtional hardwood floor out of one peice to timber.
Each of the planks has bevelled edges (V Grooves) on all four sides resulting in very distinctive groove between the planks, adding more depth and dimension along with giving an individual definition to each plank.

The rustic grade of this hardwood is a very vibrant colourful floor full of character and excitement. The floor can display heavy grain markings, figuring, mineral streaks, colour variations, sapwood and frequent knots of varying sizes. Knot holes, checks splits and other imperfections are allowed, filled and finished.

The floor is prefinished with natural oil which adds a deep warm natural feel to the floor. This seemingly transparent surface enhances the natural grain and structure of the wood, allowing its natural beauty to show whilst still offering a deep protection.

Room Suitability
Species	Oak
Construction	Solid
Wear layer	8mm
Lengths	600mm-2000mm
Average Lengths	920mm+
Edge Detail	4v Bevell
Profiling	Tongue & Groove
Grading	Rustic
Tolerances	1,50%
Timber Source	Europe
Product Origin	Europe
Load Bearing Floor	Yes
Underfloor Heating	No
Installation Methods	Nail Down,Glue Down
Residential Warranty	20 Years
Commercial Warranty	On Request
Species	Oak
Shade	Light Medium
Colour	White Grey Black
Finish	Oiled Brushed & Oiled
Grade	Rustic
Thickness	20mm
Width	125mm - 150mm
Style	Plank V Grooves
Installation	Nail/Screw Down Full Glue Down Fast Fit Peel & Stick

European Solid White Fumed Oak 130mm Oiled Flooring Installation

All solid wood flooring can react to the presence of moisture. In the winter when the home has the central heating on, moisture can leave the wood, while in the summer months when the humidity is higher, the wood will absorb moisture back in, this is all a natural process.

Nearly all problems related to solid wood flooring are due to improper installation and exposure to excessive moisture in the concrete sub floor. If there is too much moisture in the subfloor it will cause the wood planks to cup, or buckle. This is why it is important when installing that you follow the correct recommended installation methods.

On concrete sub-floors the moisture level must not exceed 75%RH when tested with a hygrometer in accordance with BS8203-4; 2001. Where readings above 75%RH are recorded it would be necessary to install a surface DPM (damp proof membrane) such as Mapeiproof ESM, this applies to both new and old floors.

Also note that new concrete slabs require a minimum of 60 days drying time before covering them with a wood floor.

Solid Wood Floors can be installed several ways:

• Fully Glued Down
• Floated on Elastilon Underlay (Only up to 150mm widths)
• Nail Down Installations

 

Fully Glued Down Installtions

All Concrete sub-floors must be dry, smooth, level and free of structural defects. If the concrete sub floor is uneven we recommend using a self levelling compound to level the subfloor out. The concrete must also be free of paint, oil, existing adhesives, wax grease, dirt and curing compounds. These may be removed chemically or mechanically, but do not use solvent-based strippers under any circumstances. The use of residual solvents can prohibit the satisfactory bond of flooring adhesives. It is important to ensure a proper bond between the adhesives and concrete and wood panels.

A new alternative to this is the new Elka Tongue Tite Screws these have been specially designed for use with tongue & groove wood flooring. Each pack covers 10m2 and comes with a special drill bit that fits any standard electric drill or screwdriver.

You can nail down a solid wood floor over a concrete subfloor with the use of battens. A damp proof membrane sheet must first be laid over the concrete subfloor before the battens are laid out at centres of 450mm. The battens must be a minimum of 40mm in depth to avoid them bowing. The solid wood floor can then be nailed down as described above If you have a wooden subfloor you will need to lay a 1/2" plywood base over this before installation, this will then give you a smooth and level surface for you to install you wood flooring onto.

Another important consideration in using glue-down installation is your choice of adhesives as some are only suitable for floors up to a small width. To avoid warranty issues and the possibility of future problems we recommend Mapei Ultrabond P990 1K which you trowel out to fully bond to the subfloor. Alternatively you can use Mapei Ultrabond P990 1K Sausage adhesive which is applied with an applicator gun to run beads of adhesive on the subfloor at 150mm intervals, this is easier for DIY

 

Floating On An Adhesive Backed Underlay

You can also install a solid wood floor over a concrete subfloor by floating it on an adhesive backed underlay such as Fast Fit Peel & Stick Underlay, this has adhesive on one side which the solid wood floor is laid onto. Before you lay down the underlay you will need to first lay a 1000 gauge sheet of damp proof membrane

 

Nailed Down Installations

Nailed down installation is the traditional way to install solid wood floors and can be done either directly onto wooden subfloor or on a concrete subfloor with the use of battens.

Solid wood floors can be nailed into existing wooden subfloors such as floorboards or plywood but not into chipboard floors as these are not strong enough to hold the nails. The floorboards must be in good condition and level if not it is advisable to lay 1/2" plywood down first. For added soundproofing it is also advisable to use a poly-foam underlay such barrier underlay

When you nail down a solid wood floor you use a Porta-Nailer to drive a nail at a 30 degree angle through the tongue and into the subfloor. Porta-Nailers can be hired from any good hire shop.

A new alternative to this is the new Elka Tongue Tite Screws these have been specially designed for use with tongue & groove wood flooring. Each pack covers 10m2 and comes with a special drill bit that fits any standard electric drill or screwdriver.

 

Installing onto Battens

You can nail down a solid wood floor over a concrete subfloor with the use of battens. A damp proof membrane sheet must first be laid over the concrete subfloor before the battens are laid out at centres of 450mm. The battens must be a minimum of 40mm in depth to avoid them bowing. The solid wood floor can then be nailed down as described above.

 

This is a brief guide on installation Berthold European Ash Solid Flooring Select Oiled always refer to the manufactures installation guides in the packs of the flooring. Or visit our Flooring Manufactures Installations Guides

If you require any further advice on installation the please call our technical department on 0845 263 6586, e-mail us on info@ukflooringdirect.co.uk or click the Live Help Button at the top of the page.

Maintenance Guide Solid European Rustic Oak HPPC Oiled Flooring

In order to ensure lasting satisfaction from your new natural oil finished floor, it is important to correctly care for the floor starting immediately after installation. With the right care, the oiled floor will become increasingly easy to clean and more hard wearing over time. This is because the recommended soap used to clean the floor actually coats it with an invisible film, providing additional protection and thus making the floor more resistant to dirt. As well, the floor can be re-oiled as part of a regular maintenance program thus ensuring a lifetime of use and enjoyment.

After Installation Care

 

All natural oiled floors are recommended to be finished with WOCA Maintenance Oil right after installation and before the floor is used. As a result of this the surface will then be more hardwearing and be easier to clean and maintain in the future.

Normal Basic Cleaning

 

Normal cleaning to remove surface debris is accomplished using a broom or vacuum cleaner. To remove normal stains and non-loose dirt, the floor should be cleaned with water and a hard-wrung, wet cloth. In order to achieve the best cleaning possible use WOCA Natural Soap Cleaner. This soap is added to the water in a 40:1 solution. WOCA Natural Soap has two functions: it cleans the floor and at the same time forms an invisible, protective film on the surface of the floor making it even more resistant to damage from dirt. It is very important to use two buckets when cleaning the floor- one with the WOCA Natural Soap mixed solution and one with clean water for rinsing the dirty cloth or mop. Immerse the cloth or soft mop in the Soap solution, and then wring out the excess fluid before wiping the floor. Rinse the cloth or mop in the clear water, wring out the excess water, then immerse in the Soap solution again. Repeat this pattern until the floor is clean. Do not pour the Soap solution directly on the floor but instead, always use a cloth or mop to apply the solution.

 

Cleaning Extremely Dirty Floors

If the floor has been neglected and/or becomes very dirty, it should be cleaned using WOCA Intensive Wood Cleaner. This is added to water in a 40:1 ratio, following the guidelines above. Immediately after cleaning with the Intensive Cleaner, the floor should then be cleaned with WOCA Natural Soap (as above) in order to restore the protective soap film then finished with WOCA Maintenance Oil.

 

We recommend that you purchase a WOCA Natural Oiled Maintenance Kit with your floor. Each kit contains

• 1 Litre Natural Soap Concentrate (Will cover 350m2)
• 1 Llitre Intensive Wood Cleaner (Will cover 200m2)
• 1 Llitre Maintenance Oil (Will cover 35m2)
• 1 Polishing Pad1 Cloth