Parquet Floor Installation
Seal in elegant style and craftsmanship with professionally installed parquet floors. From herringbone and chevron to bespoke block patterns, FlooringFirst delivers perfect finish and fit throughout London.
Using the finest European oak, with our parquet floor fitting service you will get a floor for a lifetime. Parquet flooring comes in blocks, which can be laid in various patterns to create artwork rather than just coverage on the floors. Although classic designs such as herringbone parquet flooring are still an up-to-date fashion, parquet flooring blocks can be laid in many creative ways. Some of them have names such as chevron, basket weave, dutch pattern and others maybe you can create yourself.
FlooringFirst! is one of the largest stockists of oak parquet flooring blocks in the UK with a selection of grades and sizes which are 20mm thick, 70mm wide and come in ranges of 230mm, 250mm, 280mm and 350mm lengths.
That makes us special about parquet flooring - that makes us specialists in parquet floor laying. And here is how we do it...
Our Parquet Installation Services
- Herringbone & Chevron pattern installation
- Traditional block & basket patterns
- Layover/install over existing boards or screed
- Sub-floor prep & moisture barrier
- Cut-outs for heating, vents & transitions
- Final sanding & sealing or finishing
Subfloor Preparation
Parquet flooring is sensitive to the subfloor level, therefore, before fitting the blocks, we will make sure we have taken the necessary measures for a smooth and solid subfloor. If you have a concrete subfloor, we will make sure the floors are properly screeded and enough time is left for the screed to dry. If the subfloor is wooden, we will achieve level improvement with a new layer of plywood or chipboard - the thickness of which is usually advised based on level differences.
Although smaller-sized or narrow-planked hardwood, such as the parquet flooring blocks, is not that sensitive to humidity, we will always recommend an application of a liquid damp proofing course over concrete floors prior to the wood floor fitting.
Fitting Parquet Flooring Blocks
Parquet flooring blocks can be laid in various patterns and you will tell us of your preferred design. We will ask as well whether you would like the design to extend from wall to wall or if you would like to have the pattern surrounded by a border of parquet flooring blocks that runs in one (Single Border) or 2 blocks (double border) around the walls and door frames.
Borders can also be fitted with solid wood flooring planks in various widths instead of parquet flooring blocks, which may provide a neater finish and look.
The border can also be fitted with a different wood species, which contrasts in colour with the overall flooring. FlooringFirst! offers 3-strip deco borders in Merbau-ash-Merbau and walnut-ash-walnut timber. We also offer Wenge and Merbau single-strip deco borders. 
Parquet floor installation starts with measurements and planning of the mainline(s), around which the patterns will be fitted. These can take time until all is set up, but filling the space on the premises can go relatively quickly.
Unlike solid wood floor fitting, the process of parquet flooring fitting goes in stages, and most of each stage will need to happen on separate days. This is due to the fact that the wood floor adhesive has its operational drying time and next operations can only be conducted once the adhesive is completely hardened. This is the reason such a type of installation can be quite lengthy. It is sometimes a fact that 20sqm and 40sqm can be completed in the same number of days.
Sanding, Buffing and Sealing
Once all blocks are fitted, the floors will be ready for finishing. A major part of the parquet floor sanding is the gap filling. Fitting even with the highest care will leave small gaps in the joints of some blocks and it can be resolved by gap-filling the entire area.
Once the floors are gap filled, they will be sanded with medium and fine abrasives. FlooringFirst machinery includes the latest floor sanding equipment, including the orbital disc sanders "Lagler Trio" and Bona "FlexiSand", which are the perfect tools for fine finishing of parquet flooring.
Sealing of the parquet flooring blocks can come with lacquer, oil or hard wax oil - it is your own choice. We use the products of the world leaders in floor finishes, Bona, Junckers, Osmo and Ciranova.
Staining parquet flooring is another option to consider when finishing your floors, if you'd like to go for unusual colours such as dark brown, black, white-wash or grey-wash - we can provide you with an unlimited choice of colours to suit your needs.
Why We Do Not Encourage Installation of Reclaimed Blocks?
On many occasions when we have been asked to refit reclaimed parquet flooring, we have refused. On those occasions, which we have accepted the works, we have looked into the material in detail before proceeding.
In many cases where blocks have been removed from the site and sold cheaply by the bag, without a clear overview of their condition. While stored and moved around, their edges and fittings (T&G) will suffer physical damage. They will not go back in the same place, causing grief to the fitters, but most importantly, the hardened adhesive will not allow them to fit perfectly next to each other. After the fitting is complete, the overall level of the blocks will not be good and very intense floor sanding will be required. The final result will be a seriously gap filled parquet flooring with a significantly reduced wearing layer.
Unsure which layout suits your project? Explore our guide on the 7 most common wood flooring patterns to decide between herringbone, block or other designs. We also offer guidance on underlay & sub-floor preparation and provide expert advice in our moisture & acclimation best practices guide. Match style with durability for a floor to last a lifetime.
Ready for a Stunning Parquet Floor?
Transform your space with timeless parquet flooring, installed with precision and care by FlooringFirst. Whether you're looking to enhance a classic interior or add character to a modern space, our experienced fitters will help you choose the right pattern and finish to match your vision.
We offer expert installation of herringbone, chevron, and traditional block patterns, backed by years of experience and satisfied clients across London. From the first site visit to the final seal, your flooring is in expert hands.
Get in touch today to schedule your free on-site survey and consultation, or browse our gallery to see examples of our recent parquet floor installations.
Our flooring service comes with obligation-free site visits, quick quotations and free advice. Give us a call on 020 88309782 to speak to a member of our staff, who can arrange for a free assessment of your parquet floor sanding or wood floor fitting service at a convenient for you time.