Measuring and cutting
Material is laid flat, measured along a tape and cut to size before it is fitted.
Flooring categories
Flooring Types We Install
Hardwood, laminate, vinyl plank, tile and patterned parquet — each one installed with the preparation, tools and finishing it needs.
Browse by category
Choose a flooring type
Select a category to see how we approach the installation and a few questions worth thinking about before you decide.
Hardwood flooring installation
Hardwood brings natural grain and warmth to a room. Because it is a natural material, the way it is laid out and fitted to the space matters — from the direction of the boards to how the rows meet at doorways and walls.
How we approach it
- Look at the room and the subfloor first
- Plan the board direction and layout
- Stagger joints so rows look natural
- Finish edges and transitions neatly
Questions to think about
- Which rooms will get hardwood?
- Do you prefer a lighter or deeper tone?
- How will it meet the floors next to it?
Laminate flooring installation
Laminate planks connect edge to edge and are fitted row by row. Getting each joint fully closed and keeping rows straight is what gives laminate a clean, continuous look.
How we approach it
- Prepare the surface and lay the underlay
- Close each joint with a tapping block
- Keep rows straight across the room
- Cut and fit the final rows at the walls
Questions to think about
- What look are you going for — light, mid or dark?
- Is the room open-plan or a single space?
- Are there many doorways to work around?
Vinyl plank flooring installation
Vinyl plank is fitted piece by piece, and much of the skill is in the cuts: marking accurately where planks meet door frames, thresholds and walls so the edges sit tight.
How we approach it
- Check that the base is ready
- Dry-fit and mark planks at frames
- Trim precisely around obstacles
- Complete thresholds and edges
Questions to think about
- Which rooms will the planks run through?
- Are there awkward corners or frames?
- Do you want the floor to flow between rooms?
Tile flooring installation
Tile is set into adhesive spread with a notched trowel. Leveling clips help keep neighbouring tiles flush while the joints stay even, so the finished surface is flat underfoot.
How we approach it
- Prepare and check the surface
- Comb adhesive with a notched trowel
- Set tiles and align the joints
- Use leveling clips to keep edges flush
Questions to think about
- What size and finish of tile are you considering?
- Is the area indoors or a wet room?
- How should the layout line up with the room?
Parquet and patterned floor installation
Herringbone and other patterned layouts turn the floor into a feature. Pattern work depends on careful setting out from a centre line so the design stays true across the whole room.
How we approach it
- Set out from a planned starting line
- Keep the pattern aligned as it grows
- Fit the pattern neatly at the borders
- Finish with attention to the edges
Questions to think about
- Which pattern do you have in mind?
- Where should the pattern be centred?
- How will it frame the room's features?
Watch the work
Tile installation in motion
This clip shows floor tiles going down on a prepared surface:
- Adhesive is combed out with a notched trowel.
- Each tile is placed and pressed firmly into the bed.
- Edges are aligned with the tiles already set.
On-site craft
Details that shape a finished floor
Much of flooring installation happens before and after the floor goes down. These are some of the steps you will see on site.
Wet-area tiling prep
Adhesive is spread evenly across the prepared surface before tiles are set.
Room-scale projects
Large, open rooms need a layout planned from the start so lines run true.
Protecting the new floor
Once installed, the floor can be protected while other finishing work continues.
Before you email
Planning your new floor
Including these details in your email helps us understand your project from the start.
- The rooms involvedList each room or area you want the new floor in.
- What is there nowTell us what the current floor is and whether it needs to come up.
- The look you wantShare the flooring type, colour or pattern you are considering.
- How the rooms connectNote doorways and where the new floor meets other floors.
- Your timingLet us know when you would like the work to happen.
- Photos of the spaceA few clear photos help us understand the room before we visit.
Questions
Flooring installation FAQs
Which types of flooring do you install?
We install hardwood, laminate, vinyl plank, tile and parquet or patterned floors. If you have something else in mind, email us and describe it.
Why are there no prices on the website?
Every room is different — its size, the current floor, the condition of the subfloor and the material you choose all affect the work involved. The best way to understand your project is to email us with the details.
How do I get started?
Send an email to [email protected] with a short description of the room, the flooring you are considering and a few photos. We will reply to talk about next steps.
Do you look at the subfloor before installing?
Yes. Checking and preparing the surface beneath is part of how we approach every installation, because it affects how the finished floor sits.
Can you help me decide between flooring types?
We are happy to talk through the options with you. The categories on this page and the questions under each one are a good starting point.
Found the floor you want?
Email us with the flooring type, the rooms involved and a few photos, and we will get back to you.
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