ᐅ Engineered flooring as an alternative to hardwood - buying guide and manufacturers
Created on: 3 Nov 2021 07:26
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jaenno1
Good morning everyone,
There has already been a lot of discussion about different types of design flooring. We saw the Modular One from Parador at friends’ houses and were very impressed. However, there are very mixed opinions about this flooring, so I wanted to check if there are also more “premium” floors from other manufacturers? What are your experiences, and which brands would you recommend?
Since many criticize the use of “plastic,” here are our reasons for choosing this type of flooring: We currently live in an apartment with prefinished parquet. The apartment is 5 years old and we are very careful to avoid dents and scratches. Still, the floor is quite delicate and soft, so we want to find an alternative because of our very young children. Tiles are not an option due to the lack of “warmth underfoot.” Maybe when the kids are older, we can switch back to parquet, at least in the living room. I actually found that idea quite appealing.
We imagine a slightly lightened oak tone, but not a whitewashed color.
I would appreciate your opinions, tips, criticism, and suggestions.
Best regards
jaenno1
There has already been a lot of discussion about different types of design flooring. We saw the Modular One from Parador at friends’ houses and were very impressed. However, there are very mixed opinions about this flooring, so I wanted to check if there are also more “premium” floors from other manufacturers? What are your experiences, and which brands would you recommend?
Since many criticize the use of “plastic,” here are our reasons for choosing this type of flooring: We currently live in an apartment with prefinished parquet. The apartment is 5 years old and we are very careful to avoid dents and scratches. Still, the floor is quite delicate and soft, so we want to find an alternative because of our very young children. Tiles are not an option due to the lack of “warmth underfoot.” Maybe when the kids are older, we can switch back to parquet, at least in the living room. I actually found that idea quite appealing.
We imagine a slightly lightened oak tone, but not a whitewashed color.
I would appreciate your opinions, tips, criticism, and suggestions.
Best regards
jaenno1
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Bertram1004 Nov 2021 11:04hampshire schrieb:
No, objectively speaking, that’s just us because we are building single-family homes. I’m part of that. 😉 Me too. I am part of it as well. I never said that no one can or might want to be harmful to the environment. It’s almost inevitable. But when it comes to laying the flooring, it’s actually quite easy to avoid.
In the end, everyone can do whatever they want.
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Hutchinson1234 Nov 2021 11:27We purchased a mid-terrace house built in 2000 from the existing stock.
The property is still fairly energy-efficient (Class B) and has a moderate land area of 248 sqm (2,670 sq ft).
There are also two large oak trees on the plot.
The living space is 98 sqm (1,055 sq ft) with an additional 35 sqm (377 sq ft) attic conversion potential, which is still quite modest for two people, and probably soon a child.
The kitchen from the original build will remain and will only be refreshed with “healthy” paint and a new countertop.
The bathroom will also stay as is since it is still acceptable. Only the floor tiles and border were repainted.
Overall, I think we are still in a reasonably good position compared to others. 😉
The property is still fairly energy-efficient (Class B) and has a moderate land area of 248 sqm (2,670 sq ft).
There are also two large oak trees on the plot.
The living space is 98 sqm (1,055 sq ft) with an additional 35 sqm (377 sq ft) attic conversion potential, which is still quite modest for two people, and probably soon a child.
The kitchen from the original build will remain and will only be refreshed with “healthy” paint and a new countertop.
The bathroom will also stay as is since it is still acceptable. Only the floor tiles and border were repainted.
Overall, I think we are still in a reasonably good position compared to others. 😉
jaenno1 schrieb:
Basically, we have heard about two brands/products so far: Classen and PureLine. Do you have any other recommendations or suggestions? Are you now only interested in brands for design floors, or what about my suggestion?
ypg schrieb:
Wood has life. So even with imperfections, it is considered “valuable.”
However, there are also harder types of wood. An affordable alternative would be bamboo parquet. Bamboo is not wood; it’s a fiber and very hard. Bertram100 schrieb:
Me too. I’m part of that group as well. I never said that no one can or wants to ever be an environmental polluter. It’s almost unavoidable. But when it comes to installing flooring, it’s very easy to avoid.
In the end, everyone can do whatever they want. Correct 🙂
ypg schrieb:
Are you now only referring to brands for design floors, or what about my suggestion? Yes, primarily. The suggestion is good; I will definitely order some samples.
How do you handle the installation of your floors? Floating or fully glued down? How do you deal with expansion joints with floating floors? Also, we have two steps in the living room. How would you approach the installation there? With hardwood flooring, it seems easier to me at first glance. .
Hello everyone,
We had a consultation on Saturday regarding flooring for the house.
In the end, we decided on a luxury vinyl flooring because we liked the look the most. The floor has the following features: PVC and plasticizer-free, 30-year manufacturer warranty (who really needs it that long?), usage class 33, low-swelling core board, all-around V-groove including antistatic and antibacterial protective coating, made in Germany, certified with the Blue Angel eco-label. Installation height is 14 mm (0.55 inches).
The price was €44.95 per m² (about $47 per square yard), but since this is a leftover of 145 m² (1560 square feet), we would get it for almost half the price. We need roughly 125 m² (1345 square feet) plus waste (the seller said 9%). So the leftover amount is enough and would even leave some extra just in case.
What do you think? I am hesitating about the 14 mm (0.55 inches) installation height, it sounds quite thick—everyone else had 8–10 mm (0.31–0.39 inches) 🙄
We had a consultation on Saturday regarding flooring for the house.
In the end, we decided on a luxury vinyl flooring because we liked the look the most. The floor has the following features: PVC and plasticizer-free, 30-year manufacturer warranty (who really needs it that long?), usage class 33, low-swelling core board, all-around V-groove including antistatic and antibacterial protective coating, made in Germany, certified with the Blue Angel eco-label. Installation height is 14 mm (0.55 inches).
The price was €44.95 per m² (about $47 per square yard), but since this is a leftover of 145 m² (1560 square feet), we would get it for almost half the price. We need roughly 125 m² (1345 square feet) plus waste (the seller said 9%). So the leftover amount is enough and would even leave some extra just in case.
What do you think? I am hesitating about the 14 mm (0.55 inches) installation height, it sounds quite thick—everyone else had 8–10 mm (0.31–0.39 inches) 🙄
I find luxury vinyl flooring overpriced. But if you like the look...
Did you only visit one flooring showroom? I think that’s not enough. We went to at least five different specialty stores and home improvement centers.
We found what we wanted with laminate at Obi. The Masterfloor 8.0 Pine Multistripe Barn. There was a 15% discount during a Sunday shopping event in Berlin, so we bought it quickly.
And yes, 14mm (0.55 inches) is quite thick for vinyl. There must be something integrated, maybe not just impact sound insulation but some kind of special cork insulation or something similar.
Did you only visit one flooring showroom? I think that’s not enough. We went to at least five different specialty stores and home improvement centers.
We found what we wanted with laminate at Obi. The Masterfloor 8.0 Pine Multistripe Barn. There was a 15% discount during a Sunday shopping event in Berlin, so we bought it quickly.
And yes, 14mm (0.55 inches) is quite thick for vinyl. There must be something integrated, maybe not just impact sound insulation but some kind of special cork insulation or something similar.
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