Solid wood flooring remains one of the most classic and elegant flooring choices available for homes and offices in Bloomsbury. Known for its timeless charm and natural warmth, hardwood flooring adds an unmistakable sense of quality and sophistication to any interior – whether you’re enhancing a traditional townhouse or giving character to a contemporary workspace.
In addition to its visual appeal, solid wood flooring is remarkably durable and long-lasting when installed correctly. Our expert team in Bloomsbury brings years of hands-on experience, a passion for real wood, and a reputation for delivering outstanding workmanship on every project. Whether your aim is a stylish living space or a more refined professional environment, our hardwood floor fitting service in Bloomsbury ensures lasting beauty and dependable performance.
To ensure the success and longevity of any hardwood floor installation, thorough preparation is essential. Our specialists in Bloomsbury begin each project with a detailed site inspection to assess environmental conditions and prepare the space accordingly. This step is critical for avoiding issues like cupping, warping, or gapping after installation.
We check that the room temperature remains stable at around 18°C and relative humidity is between 50–60%, which are ideal conditions for solid wood. Since hardwood floorboards are cut from single pieces of timber, they are naturally responsive to environmental changes and may expand or contract with moisture and heat. Excessive movement, however, can lead to lasting damage.
To mitigate this, we recommend allowing the floorboards to acclimatise for at least 7–8 days in their new environment before installation. This helps the timber adjust to the room’s climate and significantly reduces the risk of deformation over time.
A successful hardwood floor installation depends heavily on the condition of the subfloor. Before any fitting work begins, our team in Bloomsbury performs a full inspection to ensure the subfloor is dry, level, clean, and structurally sound. Any irregularities, such as high moisture levels or unevenness, can compromise the final result.
We use moisture testing tools to assess the subfloor. If the moisture content is too high, we allow additional drying time or recommend using a moisture barrier underlayment to prevent future damage to the wood floor. Similarly, if the subfloor is uneven, our team applies levelling compounds or installs a plywood base to create a smooth surface suitable for hardwood floor fitting.
This stage is also ideal for inspecting any existing pipework or wiring under the floor to avoid costly surprises later. Whether the subfloor is timber, concrete, or another material, our expert fitters in Bloomsbury adapt the preparation accordingly to provide the best possible foundation for your new floor.
Once the acclimatised floorboards and subfloor are ready, we move on to the actual fitting process. An essential step here is leaving an expansion gap of a few millimetres between the boards and the walls. This allows natural wood movement caused by temperature and humidity changes, helping to prevent warping or buckling over time. The gap will later be concealed with skirting boards or beading for a clean finish.
Depending on your subfloor and flooring choice, we will use either the nail-down or glue-down installation method. With nail-down fitting, the boards are fixed at an angle using secret nailing, which keeps nails hidden and preserves the visual appeal. When glue-down installation is more appropriate, we use high-performance adhesives that ensure a durable and long-lasting bond with the subfloor.
Our experienced team in Bloomsbury will advise on the best method for your space and carry out the installation with meticulous attention to detail. The result is a stable, beautiful hardwood floor that will stand the test of time.
Choosing our team means choosing expert craftsmanship, personal service, and floors that elevate your interior. Whether it’s a single room or an entire property, our Bloomsbury flooring experts are ready to help you achieve the perfect hardwood floor.
From meticulous subfloor prep to the final plank in place, we’re with you every step of the way. Contact us today at 020 88309782 to schedule your free site survey or to receive a no-obligation quote tailored to your space and style preferences.