The main difference between glued installation and floating installation of an oak floor lies in the way the boards are attached to the substrate.
Glued installation: With glued installation, the oak floor is glued directly to the subfloor.
This makes for a very sturdy and stable floor, because the floor boards are attached directly to the substrate.
This is especially suitable for concrete subfloors or other hard, flat surfaces.
Floating installation: With floating installation, the floor boards are not attached to the substrate, but are clicked or glued together.
The floor “floats” above the substrate, so to speak.
This is often done with the help of a subfloor, which serves as cushioning and insulation.
Floating installation is more convenient if you want to be able to disassemble the floor later or if you are working on a wooden subfloor.
Choosing between glued installation and floating installation depends on several factors, including the type of subfloor, desired stability, and personal preference.
Gluing an oak floor offers several advantages, including a significant reduction in walking noise as the wood rests directly on the solid subfloor.
It also contributes to faster heat transfer and minimizes floor action.
The downside is that the cost of gluing is usually higher than with floating installation.
Also, if you wish to take the floor out it results in more work and the floor is not reusable.
Floating installation of an oak floor is usually easier and good to do yourself, and if you choose to have the floor installed, you are often cheaper as well.
Also, a floating floor is easier to remove and take with you when you move.
You are more than welcome to come and view our collection of oak floors in our showroom in Veghel.
There we can go through all available options with you and find the floor that best suits your needs.
In addition to oak floors, we also offer an extensive selection of PVC, laminate and pine floors.
Our knowledgeable staff is ready to advise you on all the options available.
Feel free to stop by our store or make an appointment for a personal consultation.
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