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What happens below the timber floor?

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How to fix subfloor problems with timber floor installation
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Subfloor Problems

Modern subfloors can be constructed in a wide range of materials, from concrete and plywood to timber and chipboard. Each presents its own challenges when it comes to securing the selected flooring, but you can rest assured that each has a simple and effective solution at VidaSpace with our WoodClinic range of accessories. We have produced a simple guide to outline suggested solutions.

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Example: Fitting a timber floor over an anhydrite screed (without underfloor heating)

  1. Timber Floor
    Refer to Manufacturer for compatibility.
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  2. MS Wood Floor Adhesive
    This should be trowelled out using a 3mm or 4mm notched trowel with a coverage of approx. 1KG/sq metre.
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  3. Moisture Barrier/Damp Proof Membrane
    The WoodClinic two-part Moisture barrier may be applied by brush, roller, air assisted or airless spray. Approx coverage rates: 1st coat 3.0m2/litre (approx 140u dry) 2nd coat 5.0m2/litre (approx 85u dry). WoodClinic™ Moisture Barrier is designed to withstand up to 5 bar of hydrostatic pressure

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Sound Reduction

Whether you want peace and quiet between floors, or are protecting confidential conversations from prying ears, the acoustic treatment of floors can make a huge difference to the way sound travels.

The revolutionary WoodClinic Recycled Rubber Acoustic Underlay system is a complete floor build-up that helps exceed STC55 and IIC55, resulting in a low-profile solution, and is compatible with underfloor heating. The system provides vital acoustic damping under a wide range of hard floor finishes without adding significantly to the overall thickness of the floor covering.

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Example 1: Fitting a timber floor over Strata sound reducing underlay over a concrete subfloor

  1. Timber Floor
    Refer to Manufacturer for compatibility.
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  2. MS Wood Floor Adhesive
    This should be trowelled out using a 3mm or 4mm notched trowel with a coverage of approx. 1KG/sq metre.
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  3. WoodClinic Underlay
    Please refer to seperate data sheet for further information regarding this product and application.‍
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  4. MS Wood Floor Adhesive
    Repeat Step 2.
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Example 2: Fitting a timber floor over Strata sound reducing underlay over underfloor heating

  1. Timber Floor
    Refer to Manufacturer for compatibility.
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  2. MS Wood Floor Adhesive
    This should be trowelled out using a 3mm or 4mm notched trowel with a coverage of approx. 1KG/sq metre.
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  3. ‍WoodClinic Underlay
    Please refer to seperate data sheet for further information regarding this product and application.‍
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  4. MS Wood Floor Adhesive
    This should be trowelled out using a 3mm or 4mm notched trowel with a coverage of approx. 1KG/sq metre.‍
    ‍
  5. Moisture Barrier/Damp Proof Membrane
    The WoodClinic two-part Moisture barrier may be applied by brush, roller, air assisted or airless spray. Approx coverage rates: 1st coat 3.0m2/litre (approx 140u dry) 2nd coat 5.0m2/litre (approx 85u dry). WoodClinic™ Moisture Barrier is designed to withstand up to 5 bar of hydrostatic pressure

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Damp Subfloors

Damp-proof membrane (DPM) solutions can be laid as soon as 14 days after concrete has been poured, shaving weeks off the build schedule whilst still providing complete protection for timber and other flooring.

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Example: Fitting a timber floor over a damp concrete subfloor

  1. Timber Floor
    Refer to Manufacturer for compatibility.
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  2. ‍MS Wood Floor Adhesive
    This should be trowelled out using a 3mm or 4mm notched trowel with a coverage of approx. 1KG/sq metre.‍
    ‍
  3. Moisture Barrier/Damp Proof Membrane
    The WoodClinic two-part Moisture barrier may be applied by brush, roller, air assisted or airless spray. Approx coverage rates: 1st coat 3.0m2/litre (approx 140u dry) 2nd coat 5.0m2/litre (approx 85u dry). WoodClinic™ Moisture Barrier is designed to withstand up to 5 bar of hydrostatic pressure

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