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  • Average thickness of subfloor

    What is the average thickness of a subfloor? And does the thickness needed depend on factors like the size and type of floor being installed among other factors?

    Asked by Joyce on 1st Sep 2022
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    Info about commercial grade flooring

    In what cases would commercial grade flooring be an absolute must? And  when is it more a matter of preference? How can I tell if I’d need this type of flooring? Thanks!

    Asked by Bill on 1st Jul 2021
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    Best flooring to support air quality

    What's the best type of flooring for maintaining good air quality indoors?

    Asked by caroline on 6th Feb 2023
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    Subfloor damage

    How can I tell if my subfloor is damaged and needs repairing?

    Asked by Patrick on 5th Sep 2022
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    Best vinyl for a high-traffic area

    What the best vinyl to use in a hallway? There seems to be so many different types of tile to choose from.

    Asked by caroline on 6th Sep 2022
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    Damage to floating floor from leak

    Who do I contact to repair leak damage from washing machine to floating kitchen floor

    Asked by Simone on 1st Aug 2025
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    Cella wood effect tiles or aspen wood effect tiles

    What is better, cella wood effect tiles or aspen wood effect tiles? What are the pros and cons of each? And why might one be superior to the other?

    Asked by Abdul on 24th Jan 2022
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    Preventing gapping in wood flooring

    What steps can be taken to prevent wood flooring from gapping?

    Asked by Kelly on 13th Aug 2022
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    When to repair or replace a subfloor

    When does a subfloor need repairing vs replacing? How can I tell when it crosses the line from simply needing repairs to a full replacement being required?

    Asked by Patrick on 14th Sep 2022
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    Advice on low maintenance and non-slip floors needed

    The kitchen floor in my elderly relative's home needs replacing. What sort of flooring is best for grip and is easy to clean?

    Asked by kashif on 23rd Sep 2022
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