Friday 13 May 2016

Points To Consider With Reclaimed Oak Flooring

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By Mary Walker


If you are planning to lay a new floor in your home you may decide to go for something special and put down a wooden surface. A lot of people are now moving towards this type of surface rather than carpets or ceramics due to its appearance. If you a thinking of buying Reclaimed oak Flooring there are a few things you should take into consideration before you make a purchase.

You can now find many businesses trading that will deal in antique building materials and flooring. An antique wooden floor is a very popular choice due to its appearance, character and the fact that it is good for the environment as it is recycled. Another reason is that a brand new floor made of oak would be very costly so reusing materials is a cheaper alternative.

There are a few places for you to look and do your homework when you are trying to find some suitable oak for your flooring. There are reclamation warehouses and yards in many neighborhoods and these are a great place to buy from. The internet is also a good place to find suppliers and local builders in your area may also be able to help you by supplying some second hand timber.

Buying from an internet retailer is often the most cost effective method as they will have a lot of stock and their prices may be lower. When you find a web site you will be presented with pictures and pages of helpful information on oak. If you purchase your flooring online, you will also need to add the transportation costs onto the price of the timber.

Solid oak flooring has been used in buildings for hundreds of years and most of the reclaimed timber will be English. Many of the grand houses, schools and industrial buildings will have used these timbers which are now being offered for sale. Most of the wood that you buy will be in its original condition and will look antique unless you find some that has been refinished by the suppliers.

It is important that you make the right choice when selecting your oak. If you are going for an antique look then you will need to buy unfinished wood that is in original condition which is the most popular. If you want the floor to look brand new, then you will need to find timber that has been sanded and sealed, so that it looks unused.

Before you order your timber you will need to decide which type of oak you need and in what quantity. Accurate measurements will be needed so that you order the correct amount of flooring for your room. When you have all of the details it is advisable to get some price quotes from as many suppliers as possible before placing your order.

The supply companies will usually sell flooring by the square meter or yard and so the pricing is easy to work out. After placing your order the company will deliver it to your address or you can collect it if you have a suitable vehicle. Some of the firms will also offer a fitting service and this can be useful as you can get one company to supply and fit which could save you money.




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