Match the product to the proposed substrate
Provide the timber product details and describe whether the floor beneath is concrete, sheet flooring or another surface. Any existing adhesive, coatings or known moisture concerns should be mentioned. Product compatibility and site suitability need checking before a bonded installation is selected.
Price preparation and the bonding system
Ask what substrate assessment, surface treatment and adhesive system are included. Preparation may be a substantial part of the project rather than an incidental extra. If conditions can only be confirmed after removal, agree how additional work would be documented and approved.
Include set-out and access restrictions
Board direction, thresholds and perimeter finishes should be decided with the room plan. The selected adhesive and flooring system can affect when the surface can be walked on or loaded. Confirm these requirements directly with the installer and allow them to shape the furniture and access plan.
Questions about direct-stick timber installation.
Can timber be glued over existing tiles?
That requires assessment of the actual surface and the product system. Do not assume an existing covering is an acceptable substrate without confirmation.
Is direct stick automatically suitable for parquetry?
The parquetry product and specified system determine the method. Include the exact pattern and product for the installer to assess.
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