Quality install is key to flooring longevity

When it comes to flooring, installation quality is integral.

Poorly laid carpet, vinyl, hybrid or engineered timber not only looks terrible, but can be costly to fix.

When incorrectly installed, floors may also be more easily damaged and not last as long.

Parrys’ professional installers can freshen up your floors fast and ensure it’s done right.

For those keen to DIY, avoid these common pitfalls!

• Wrong measurements

Precision is crucial when measuring for flooring, as even small miscalculations can wreak havoc.

From blowing the budget to having too much leftover material or – worse – dealing with a shortage, getting this wrong can be truly troublesome.

• Not acclimating the flooring

Many types of materials require acclimation to the room before being laid.

When this step is skipped or not done properly, expensive and inconvenient issues (think buckling, contraction, unsightly gaps or locking systems failing) can arise.

• Incorrectly preparing the subfloor/underlay

From cleaning to adequately removing old materials, levelling out and placing underlay, perfectly preparing your subfloor is critical.

Underlay can reduce moisture and noise, make flooring more comfortable, enhance energy efficiency, and more – so you definitely check if you need it for your flooring choice.

• Selecting the wrong flooring

No matter how much our heart’s set on a particular product, different types of flooring materials have different properties and often aren’t suitable for particular rooms ie. hardwood flooring is not usually advised in bathrooms and kitchens due to the higher moisture.

Be sure to consider traffic levels, durability, slip and water resistance, allergies, and short and long-term maintenance requirements.

• Not allowing for expansion and contraction

Flooring can expand and contract when temperatures change and this needs to be factored in to avoid problems down the track.

The product you choose will respond in a certain way based on what it’s made from, so be sure to consider if you need to leave expansion gaps or use spacers and expansion joints.

• Forgetting finishing touches

Flooring is a long-term investment for most, so vital final touches, which help ensure longevity, mustn’t be neglected.

For example, carpet trimming can be tricky but is imperative for that perfectly laid look.

When installing planks, getting the rows to line up can cause headaches.

Matching patterns can also be challenging, so it pays to pay the professionals.

Let Parrys help insure your investment.

Come in-store and see us today.

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