Our Process

Sand the subfloor to remove any materials, vacuum, and dispose of the debris. If the subfloor is squeaky, screw it into the floor joists.

A thin layer of material, usually made of foam, cork, rubber, or felt, is placed between the subfloor and the floor. Underlayment can help with insulation, noise-dampening, cushioning, and reducing wear and tear.

Also known as conditioning, this step allows the wood to reach its equilibrium moisture content (EMC) in normal living conditions. It's an important step in the preparation process. Some recommend letting the hardwood acclimate in the room for five days.

There are multiple ways to install hardwood floors, including glue-down and nail-down:

• Glue-down: Spread adhesive with a trowel, lay the first row, and fit the groove onto the tongue of the first row. Gently tap it into place and use spacers to maintain an expansion gap. This method is good for engineered wood floors and parquets.

• Nail-down: Also known as fastening, this is the most common method and uses nails or staples to attach the hardwood to the subfloor. It works for both solid and engineered hardwood floors.