Wood & Laminate
Engineered oak, solid hardwood, and quality laminate flooring — supplied and expertly fitted across Central London.
Engineered wood, solid hardwood & laminate installation across all Central London postcodes
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Wood flooring adds character and value to any London property. Whether it's herringbone parquet in a Kensington townhouse or wide plank oak in a Hampstead family home, we supply and fit wood and laminate flooring that suits your property and lifestyle. Our fitters are specialists in underfloor heating compatibility, period property restoration, and tricky subfloor conditions common in London buildings.
Premium Brands We Supply & Install
We work with established European and British wood flooring manufacturers. Each brand has been tested across hundreds of London installations.
Kährs
Swedish Engineered Wood
Invented the engineered floor in 1941. Linnea collection specifically designed for underfloor heating.
Boen
European Oak Specialists
70+ years Norwegian company. Live Natural Oil finish perfect for Central London homes.
Furlong Flooring
British Engineered Wood
British manufacturer. Herringbone range particularly popular for period London properties.
Bespoke Wood Flooring
Wide Plank Oak
Extra-wide planks up to 300mm. Creates stunning open-plan spaces in modern apartments.
Xylo Flooring
Premium Hardwoods
UK supplier of premium hardwoods. Excellent selection of oak, walnut, and ash.
Which Wood or Laminate Floor Suits Your London Property?
Engineered Oak
Multiple layers of wood with a real oak top. Dimensionally stable, suitable for underfloor heating.
Herringbone & Chevron Parquet
Classic geometric patterns that suit both period and contemporary interiors.
Wide Plank (200mm+)
Wider boards create a sense of space and showcase the natural grain.
Solid Hardwood
Traditional solid timber. Can be sanded and refinished multiple times over decades.
Laminate Flooring
High-definition photographic layer over composite core. Excellent durability and a practical choice for many rooms.
Wood Flooring Advice for London Properties
Underfloor Heating Compatibility
Most London new builds and many refurbished properties have underfloor heating. Engineered wood (not solid) is essential — it handles the expansion and contraction. Kährs Linnea range is specifically designed for UFH. We check your system temperature and recommend appropriate products.
Period Property Restoration
In W1, WC1, NW1, and SW1, many homes have original floorboards worth restoring. We assess whether restoration or replacement is the better option. When replacing, herringbone parquet from Furlong or Boen matches the period character beautifully.
Acoustic Requirements for Flats
London flat conversions need acoustic solutions beneath wood flooring. We install sound-reducing underlays that meet Building Regs Part E (35dB+ impact noise reduction) while maintaining a solid feel underfoot.
Basement & Below-Ground Installation
London basements are prone to moisture. We test relative humidity, install appropriate moisture barriers, and only use products rated for below-ground conditions. Engineered wood handles moisture fluctuations better than solid.
Narrow Hallways & Awkward Spaces
London properties often have narrow hallways, alcoves, and irregular room shapes. Herringbone patterns need careful planning for symmetry. Wide planks need considered layout to avoid thin cuts at edges. We plan every installation before fitting starts.
Our Professional 5-Step Installation Process
Free Home Consultation
We visit your property with a full range of samples. We assess the subfloor, check underfloor heating compatibility, measure accurately, and discuss layout options including plank direction, pattern choice, and border details.
Subfloor Assessment & Preparation
Wood flooring needs a flat, dry, stable subfloor. We test moisture levels, apply DPM (damp-proof membrane) if needed, level using self-levelling compound, and prepare ply overlays for uneven timber subfloors.
Acclimatisation
Wood flooring must acclimatise to your home's temperature and humidity. We deliver materials 48–72 hours before fitting. This prevents gaps and movement after installation — a step many fitters skip.
Expert Installation
Precision fitting with proper expansion gaps, professional transitions between rooms, invisible joins, and careful attention to pattern alignment for herringbone and chevron. Finished with appropriate trim and threshold profiles.
Final Inspection & Aftercare
We inspect every board, clean the floor, fit all door trims, and provide detailed aftercare guidance. We explain cleaning products to use (and avoid) to protect your investment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cork Flooring: A Natural Alternative
Natural, sustainable flooring from cork oak bark
Cork flooring is harvested from the bark of the cork oak tree — a process that doesn't harm the tree and can be repeated every nine to twelve years. It's one of the most genuinely sustainable flooring options available, and one that competitors across London are now stocking. We supply and fit cork floors from Granorte, a Portuguese manufacturer regarded as the leading specialist in high-quality cork flooring, available in both floating click-lock and glue-down formats.
Cork has qualities that are difficult to replicate with synthetic materials. It is naturally warm underfoot — the cellular structure of cork traps air, creating an insulating layer that feels noticeably different from hard stone or tile. In London flats, where noise between floors is a persistent concern, cork performs exceptionally well as a sound insulator. Its natural resilience absorbs impact noise effectively, making it one of the best choices for upper-floor London apartments where acoustic performance matters.
The material is also hypoallergenic and naturally anti-microbial. Cork doesn't harbour dust mites in the way that carpet can, making it a thoughtful choice for bedrooms and living rooms in households where allergies or asthma are a concern. It works well with underfloor heating, accepting heat evenly without the expansion risks associated with solid wood.
Granorte's floating cork floors use a click-lock system that installs quickly and cleanly. Their glue-down ranges offer a more permanent, lower-profile finish suitable for rooms where door clearance is limited — common in the older London properties where ceiling heights and floor-to-door tolerances leave little room for thick floor builds. Cork is available in a range of natural tones and designs, from pale honey to rich dark cork, as well as contemporary wood-effect and geometric patterns.
Cork is an excellent choice for bedrooms, living rooms, home offices, libraries, and any space where warmth, quietness, and natural character are valued. For those seeking something genuinely different from the standard wood, LVT, or carpet options, it offers a distinctive combination of comfort and sustainability that is hard to match.
Visit our showroom at 31 Crawford Street to see Granorte samples in person, or contact us to request samples to view at home.
Cork Benefits
Supplied by Granorte — leading cork flooring specialists from Portugal.
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