Frequently Asked Questions

- Many old French wood floors may appear worse than they are initially. Layers of old paint and varnish often conceal the natural beauty of the wood, which is revealed during the sanding process. Any necessary remedial work, such as crack repairs or board replacements, is seamlessly integrated into the overall flooring project.

The exception to the rule is pine floors, and more often pine attic floors. They are very rarely sanded and 80% of the time are affected by wood worm. So as with all parquet and planked floors they need be assessed in person on a site visit before a price can be given.

- For an average-sized square room (25 to 30 square meters), the sanding and finishing process typically spans two days. However, additional time may be required for repairs or for rooms with uneven floors or intricate patterns.

Also depending on the chosen floor finish drying times from vary from 4 hrs to six hours. we suggest leaving a min of 24hrs until you move back into a room. most finishes are fully cured after 4 days to 80% and 100% after 10 days. we suggest place place rugs or carpets onto a newly finished floor until a minimal of 10 days has passed to avoid damaging the newly finished parquet/stairs.

- The decision to fill gaps depends on factors such as gap size, floor type, and structural integrity. While we generally do not recommend filling gaps in old floors, we provide assessment services to determine suitability for each room. Gap filling, if opted for, is priced based on room and gap size.

Gaps are filled using a resin filler and sawdust from your floor to get an exact match during the gap filling process. Occasionally, splints may also be used. Splints are narrow strips of wood glued between the floorboards and then sanded down, so they are level with the existing boards. Generally, if the gaps are very small I use a resin filler and sawdust because it gives a much better, more even finish.

N.B - Ancient planked floors

We do not fill give gaps in ancient planked floors for a number of reasons. The final look of the parquet or planked floor is the main reason why we don't fill them. Also practically we cannot ensure due to floor movement that any product will stay within the floor gap once it be applied. (you may be given conflicting information on our process our experience is based on testing and assessment of each project floor).

- Following sanding, the parquet will exhibit a light and bright appearance, with the final color influenced by the wood species and chosen finish. Hardwoods like oak and walnut tend to be darker, while softwoods like pine and chestnut offer varying shades. Staining, bleaching, waxing, or oiling can be employed to achieve desired colors.

- Our recommended finishes, such as Pallmann vitrification or Osmo oil, offer distinct advantages based on usage and maintenance needs. While oiled floors provide a protective barrier and ease of local repairs, vitrification is ideal for home environments with average foot traffic.