Friday 24th May 2013

Ask the expert

Oiled Engineered Floor Maintenance
Q: I am looking at oiled engineered wood which I believe you need to oil every 2 to 3 years. Is this a big job?
Brushed & Oiled or Lacquered Flooring?
Q. Hi there, what is the difference between brushed & oiled and lacquered flooring? Is there a quality or maintenance difference? I'm looking to use this throughout the downstairs of my house, including in kitchen, I have 2 cats and a toddler so wish to know which would be best?
Differences between flooring finishes
Q: What are the differences between brushed and oiled and hand scraped?
Solid wood installation
Q: I have purchased Galleria Solid European Fumed Oak 180mm HPPC Oiled Flooring and I am wondering if it can be laid directly on to a riven slate floor with the Fast Fit Peel and stick underlay? Alternatively, would I be better to lift the slate floor?
Dogs and engineered floors
Q. Do dog claws scratch engineered flooring? I have three big dogs.

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