Installation

Installation charges

Our installation charges start at £20.00 + VAT per square meter. Smaller and irregular rooms i.e. Cloakrooms are charged at a higher rate, as they are time consuming. The installation charge is always identified in our Detailed Quotation as a separate item, so that you can see exactly how the costs are calculated. Installation is currently available in Home Counties only

DIY Installation

If you have confidence in your carpentry skills and would like to install one of the floors supplied by BTF yourself, we would be happy to do the survey of the area (Home Counties only) and advice you on the best way of installation and the materials you may need.

Where can hardwood floors be installed?

With proper preparation of the sub base hardwood floors can be installed over Cement Screed, onto Joists, onto Batons, over Underfloor Heating, over Existing Floorboards, in Bathroom, Kitchens and other Living Areas.

Hidden Charges

All hidden charges are hidden under your floor. All hardwood floors are hygroscopic; this means that they will react to excess moisture in the atmosphere and sub base. The moisture will cause floors to expand and contract accordingly and it is crucial to protect floors from it. There are a number of products on the market that can be used to achieve this; We will supply you with a DETAILED QUOTATION (Home Counties only) where you will be able to see exactly how much these materials are costing. If you are outside the area you may call the office for advice.

Can I irreparably damage a floor supplied by BTF

Simple answer is NO, if properly installed and unless your home suffers a major fire or flood. Any product that is applied to the floor once it has been fitted will eventually ware off and it will have to be reapplied. How long lacquer, wax, oil etc lasts depends on your lifestyle. Some finished for example are water, wine, tea, coffee repellent and if cleaned off immediately they should not damage the floor surface. If, however, you have a major accident, than if a vast majority of cases the floor can be re sanded and re sealed. In the extreme one or more floorboards can be replaced.