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Single plank Oak floor has a possible leak under one small area. Floor was secret nailed onto battens and has been down for 5 months so this is a new problem - floor well fitted and no other problems in any other area. Skirting board placed on top of floor. Wood in affected area has turned...

Just thought you might like a bit of an update. Floor now laid - on battens and secret nailed. Looks fabulous - no creaks or squeaks and I'm very pleased I didn't have to kill the skinny fitter! Hopefully everything will remain fine.. we will see. Just wanted to say a big thank you to...

If I get an answer to this latest problem.. I'll polish your armour until it gleams like gold! :D Skinny nice fitter has just been to "test" the concrete floor and says the concrete is very poor (crumbly) and also only about two or two and a half inches deep. We have also become aware that...

Thanks woodyoulike! I think I've decided to go with the ply and nail method - mainly 'cus I like the fitter - I believe he is a good bloke and has pride in his work - and he's also skinny enough for me to beat up if he messes up on my job! :D The only thing I still don't understand is this...

Hello woodyoulike.. I'll even take advice from a Jedi knight so long as its correct! :lol: I've read lots of your posts and know you favour the 'floating' method, but if I do decide to use the method suggested by this fitter, of ply boarding out the concrete floor and then secret nailing the...

Unbiased opinon and advice requested please. I have read lots of posts about laying a solid wood (oak) floor over concrete and remain confused regarding what I've read here and the numerous options available. The concrete is at least 20 years old and there is no damp. It is covered in...