•    Parquet Blocks must be glue fitted to a level surface

•   A parquet floor is much less forgiving than a plank floor of     discrepancies in fitting and sanding  so we would     recommend that parquet blocks are fitted by a professional     or other experienced individual.

•   After fitting, parquet blocks will need to be filled (there are     no open knots but this will fill the hairline gaps between the     boards to create the characteristic 'ice-rink smooth' finish).

•   Parquet Blocks will need to be belt sanded before     finishing. Ideally, we would suggest that a upright     continuous belt sander (not a disc or flat bed sander) A     hand held belt sander may be used but this is much more     labour intensive and may be less effective depending on     the sub-floor. Use 60 and then 80 grit paper.

•    They will then need a finishing sand using a triple disc      sander or a hand held belt sander with 120/ 140 grit      paper.

•  Parquet floors should be finishing a traditional hardwax oil    finish (undercoated with OS Thin Oil if Maple Blocks are    used) or a suitable lacquer which will offer Matt, Satin Matt    or Gloss options.

•   Parquet Blocks are suitable for use over underfloor     heating but should be fully acclimatised before fitting.

For further details and general fitting information see " Wood Floor Want To Know More? ".