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Unlike factory-made and artificial materials, each wood board has its own life story.  Over the 60 plus years it takes for a tree to mature, it will develop a one-of-a-kind grain pattern and texture. Only a man-made product will be as uniform as plastic, laminate or wallpaper. Solid wood products, like wine and diamonds, are

Air Dry a method of drying timber by atmospheric conditions between its natural state as a tree and its use in building.  Air dried timber is not usually sufficiently dry for hardwood flooring and kiln drying is required to achieve a moisture content of 8 – 10%, which conforms to BS8201 Acclimatisation the procedure of

Engineered hardwood flooring is a product made up of a core of hardwood, plywood, HDF, spruce/pine and a top layer of hardwood veneer that is glued on the top surface of the core and is available to supply in almost any wood species.  The product has the natural characteristics of the selected wood species as

Like all treasured items, your flooring will need adequate care and maintenance to keep it in good condition and ensure it lasts a long time. The first thing to remember is that wood flooring is a natural material and will react in response to its environment. Changes to the appearance over the years is normal

It is the duty of the installer/owner, whether professional or DIY (Do-it-Yourself), to inspect all flooring before installation.  If the installer/owner feels the flooring is the wrong colour improperly manufactured has finish problems is off-grade or is the wrong gloss level; please DO NOT install the flooring and immediately contact Doors & Floors Limited.  No

Laminate is first and foremost very easy to maintain.  Nevertheless, proper cleaning is necessary.  In order to maintain the exceptional appearance of your flooring for years to come, the correct use of cleaning agents and proper technique is required. The right care for your laminate flooring Quality laminate flooring has a life span over many