Floorboards

Loose floorboards are a common problem in many homes. If you have noticed an area of flooring that moves when you walk on it, this is a sign that the floorboard is loose. This could be an issue due to incorrect fixing. Or perhaps it is damaged in some way and needs replacing. A loose […]

In this article we will be looking at whether you should nail or screw floorboards. In most older properties floorboards are nailed. There are several reasons for this, the main ones being: Fixing with screws takes longer than nailing, even when using a cordless drill/driver. Affordable cordless drills that could fix screws, were not available

There are several reasons that floorboards may need fixing or replacing. Some of the main reasons include: These are just a few of the potential reasons, you may need your floorboards fixing. So, who fixes floorboards? The first obvious choice would be a joiner. However, for smaller jobs like replacing one or two boards, or

The two most common types of sub floor used in UK properties, are timber floorboards and chipboard flooring. Standard floorboards are usually made from softwoods, such as pine, and chipboard flooring is a manufactured wood, which usually comes in sheets. Both are popular for different reasons, and if you want to, replacing floorboards with chipboard

Most properties will have floorboards of some kind as part of their floor construction. The exception to this would be solid concrete floors and other types of flooring, such as block and beam. However, when it comes to residential property, the majority of floors will be constructed using floor joists and covered with floorboards. This

Architrave is a decorative feature installed at the beginning of first fix joinery. It is usually one of the first jobs they do, after first fix work and plastering has been completed. Its main purpose is to provide an aesthetic finish around door frames. It will also be used around loft hatches and any other