Hello,
we are renovating an old building from 1900 with an extension from 1958. Ceiling height is just under 3m (10 feet). No underfloor heating. We have now fallen for a solid wood parquet floor – rustic oak, not smooth but textured, treated with an oil-varnish mixture (?). Originally, we planned to use classic tiles in the kitchen, bathroom, and entrance, and lay the same flooring throughout the rest of the house. However, we have five small children and are now wondering if we should install something more durable and affordable at least in the children’s rooms. What would you recommend? How concerning is vinyl regarding plasticizers? Or should we go with the beautiful parquet and accept the signs of wear over time?
we are renovating an old building from 1900 with an extension from 1958. Ceiling height is just under 3m (10 feet). No underfloor heating. We have now fallen for a solid wood parquet floor – rustic oak, not smooth but textured, treated with an oil-varnish mixture (?). Originally, we planned to use classic tiles in the kitchen, bathroom, and entrance, and lay the same flooring throughout the rest of the house. However, we have five small children and are now wondering if we should install something more durable and affordable at least in the children’s rooms. What would you recommend? How concerning is vinyl regarding plasticizers? Or should we go with the beautiful parquet and accept the signs of wear over time?
Engineered hardwood block flooring! 15 mm (0.6 inches) solid end-grain wood, vertical lamellae. Just oil it and you’re done. Made from oak, which is very hard, with a look that easily hides minor scratches or dents (they simply aren’t visible), often sandable if desired, you get the warmth of wood and it’s also affordable. I can’t think of any reason against it, except maybe the adhesive issue.
Egberto schrieb:
Thank you for the input, I hadn’t really considered that before. Is this something a DIYer can install? I mean, solid hardwood flooring and click vinyl are two quite different things.It’s doable, but some installation experience definitely helps. It needs to be glued down and then sanded afterward. It’s a bit of work, but definitely worth it. And the price is unbeatable for solid wood. Check out videos on Yout***, there are plenty available.