Wood Flooring
With this is mind it is imperative that wooden floors are protected from dampso a concrete subfloor must be covered with a dampproof membrane and a wooden subfloor must have sufficient ventilation beneath it usually via air bricks to keep the floor surface dry http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring
Solid Hardwood Flooring
As the name suggests these floors consist of tongueandgroove planks cut from various species of wood to a range of sizes http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring/solid-hardwood
Sanded Floorboards
These floors have become very popular over recent decades which has meant that industrial sanding equipment is now widely available to hire http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring/stripped-floorboards
Tiles
Tools tips for tiling walls and floors http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/tiles
Laminate Flooring
A laminate floors ability to withstand wear and tear is denoted by its http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring/laminate-flooring
Part E: Resistance to Passage of Sound
Separating floors and associated flanking constructions for new buildings http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-regulations/part-e
Engineered Wood Flooring
As with laminated boards engineered floors are usually produced in the form of tongueandgroove planks which interlock into one another to form a glueless and often highly waterresistant joint http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring/engineered-wood
Carpet Types
More floors topics http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/carpet/carpet-types
Carpet Materials
More floors topics http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/carpet/carpet-materials
Ceiling Insulation
To further insulate your home it is possible to insulate the ceiling between floors however if done correctly this task requires the complete removal and refitting of the plasterboard ceiling and many will feel that the benefits once loft insulation is added are more than outweighed by the costs http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/ceiling-insulation
Carpet
More floors topics http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/carpet
Vinyl Flooring
More floors topics http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/vinyl-flooring
Parquet Flooring
More floors topics http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring/parquet-flooring
Measuring Up For Wood Flooring
More floors topics http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/wood-flooring/measuring-tools-and-tips
Useful Links
Providing commercial space planning solutions fit outs mezzanine floors shelving racking and partitions http://www.simplifydiy.com/useful-links
Natural Solid Worktops
It is not recommendable to use these materials as worktops in a kitchen as marble is easily scratched and stained and limestone is actually slightly watersoluble http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-worktops/natural
SimplifyDIY Glossary: C
A length of string covered with coloured chalk and used to mark straight lines on walls floors and ceilings http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/c
Part C: Site Preparation and Resistance to Contaminants and Moisture
The floors walls and roof of the building shall adequately protect the building and people who use the building from harmful effects caused by a ground moisture b precipitation and winddriven spray c interstitial and surface condensation http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-regulations/part-c
Damp Proofing
When it comes to the effects of water to walls particularly external and floors the building regulations are very detailed and cover all aspects of insulation and moisture prevention to ensure health and safety standards are upheld http://www.simplifydiy.com/damp-proofing
Electrical Sockets & Switches
Special waterproof sockets and flush covered sockets for installation in floors are available for ultimate convenience in gardens or offices http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/domestic-electrics/sockets-and-switches
Asbestos Information & Advice
Loose asbestos packing generally used as fire breaks in floors and partition walls http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/asbestos
The Causes Of Damp - What To Check
The area beneath suspended wooden floors is highly susceptible to condensation so check that there are sufficient airbricks all sides of the property every http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/damp/water-entry
Electrical Cables & Flexes
Fixed wiring that is usually hidden in walls floors and ceilings is done using cable which is oval in crosssection and contains three or four wires http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/basic-electrics/cables-and-flexes
SimplifyDIY Glossary: T-Z
... cooling breathing etc and to assist in prevention of condensation floors necessary to avoid rot especially dry rot achieved by airbricks ... http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/t
Identifying And Eliminating Damp & Rising Damp
The primary repair is that of removing the source of moisture leaks in plumbing or rainwater goods must be fixed good ventilation through rooms and beneath floors should be restored good drainage must be reestablished and if necessary a new dampproof course should be inserted into the affected area http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/damp
Six Ways to increase your home’s value
A basement is a great way to add an extra floors worth of rooms to your property ideal if it is one you plan to let out http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/increase-your-homes-value
Successfully Damp Proofing Your Home
Modern homes tend not to have suspended wooden floors but solid concrete ones instead since they are cheaper to construct http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/damp-proofing
Basic Toolbox
When drilling into walls and floors it is very important to avoid hitting a water pipe or live wire http://www.simplifydiy.com/tools-and-materials/basic-toolbox
Identifying And Eliminating Dry Rot
The fungus flourishes in damp unventilated conditions so it will most often be found in areas that are rarely seen on structural timbers such as joists and roof trusses behind skirting boards and door frames and on the underside of wooden floors http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/dry-rot
Extensions
If digging through solid floors may require you to move out temporarily http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/extensions
Doors
However as one spends time and effort decorating andor covering the walls ceilings and floors one should also consider the style and type of internal doors to compliment this interior dcor http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/doors
Fire Doors
Walls ceilings and floors all form hindering barriers that interrupt the spread of smoke toxic gases and the fire itself http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/doors/fire-doors
Tools and Tips for tiling
The larger a tile is however the harder it is to lay perfectly as veryflat walls or floors are needed http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/tiles/tools-and-tips
A Guide to Paint
This paint delivers a highsheen durable finish making it perfect for areas of high wear and tear such as floors stairs and handrails http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/paint
Radiators
Stone radiators are made of marble limestone or granite and make the most of the natural heatretaining properties of stone http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/radiators
Part A: Structure
Sizes of certain timber members in floors and roofs for dwellings http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-regulations/part-a
Laminated Worktops
Omega worktops are availablein a dazzling array of finishes to resemble granite marble quartz and even wood http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-worktops/laminate
SimplifyDIY Glossary: U-Z
... cooling breathing etc and to assist in prevention of condensation floors necessary to avoid rot especially dry rot achieved by airbricks ... http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/u-z
Part K: Protection From Falling, Collision and Impact
Any stairs ramps floors and balconies and any roof for which people have access and b any light well basement area or similar sunken area connected to a building shall be provided with barriers where it is necessary to protect people in or about the building from falling http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-regulations/part-k
Kitchen Cabinet Door Handles
Door pulls and knobs may be manufactured from a range of materials including aluminium stainless steel brass iron chrome glass marble wood porcelain nickel plastic and even leather http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units/door-handles
Bathroom Design Considerations
How do you want to decorate the walls and floors http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-planning/key-considerations
SimplifyDIY Glossary: S
Chemical reaction activated by water between tricalcium aluminate and soluble sulphates which can cause deterioration in brick walls and concrete floors http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/s
Basements
... the addition of a basement as they have suspended timber floors and main drains that are positioned to the side of ... http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/extensions/basements