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  • How to measure for an internal door

    Flooring & Door Advice / Doors

    Doors buying guide

    How to measure for an internal door

    Record height, width and thickness, and check the frame before selecting a size.

    Oakley Wood Timber ·

    Oak internal door

    Check the frame first

    Inspect the existing frame for damage and check whether it is square. A new door will not solve a distorted or unsuitable frame. If you are changing the frame, arrange the door and frame specifications together. For a fire door, use the required compatible components and have the installation assessed by a competent installer.

    Record width, height and thickness

    Measure the opening where the door will sit at several points: width near the top, middle and bottom, and height at both sides. Note the smallest measurements and any differences. Also record the required door thickness and the frame rebate. Give these measurements to your installer so they can allow the correct fitting clearances.

    Compare with the product options

    Our door sizes are shown as height × width × thickness in millimetres. Do not assume that doors elsewhere in the house are the same size. Measure each opening individually and identify which door is intended for which room. Check the available standard sizes before deciding that you need a bespoke option.

    Confirm trimming and hardware before buying

    Doors have product-specific trimming limits. Do not order an oversized door on the assumption that it can be cut down substantially. Fire-door trimming and hardware must follow the relevant certification and instructions. Ask your installer to confirm the size, hinge arrangement, latch or lock, and finish requirements before placing your order.

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  • Choosing flooring for underfloor heating

    Flooring & Door Advice / Flooring

    Flooring buying guide

    Choosing flooring for underfloor heating

    Check product compatibility, installation requirements and heat transfer before ordering.

    Oakley Wood Timber ·

    Oak flooring in a furnished room

    Start with your heating system

    Tell your installer whether you have a water-based or electric system and share the heating supplier’s instructions. Choose flooring that is approved for the specific installation. A general statement that a material works with underfloor heating is not enough to confirm that an individual product is suitable.

    Check the complete floor build-up

    The flooring, underlay and fitting method work together. Ask your installer to check the permitted combined thermal resistance and select a compatible underlay or adhesive. A thick or unsuitable underlay can restrict heat transfer. Check moisture-control requirements for your subfloor rather than assuming that every installation needs the same approach.

    Follow temperature and moisture limits

    The flooring manufacturer’s limits take priority. For example, Kährs specifies a maximum wood-floor surface temperature of 27°C for its systems; this is an example, not a specification for every floor we sell. Your installer should check the exact product requirements, test the subfloor and follow the heating commissioning procedure before fitting.

    Before you place your order

    Confirm product suitability, fitting method, underlay or adhesive, moisture testing and operating limits with your installer. Check any restrictions on rugs and furniture that could trap heat. Keep the instructions for both the floor and heating system, and use the recommended procedure when changing the heating settings.

    Further guidance: Kährs flooring FAQs. Requirements depend on the product selected.

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  • Floating vs glued-down wood flooring

    Flooring & Door Advice / Flooring

    Flooring guide

    Floating vs glued-down wood flooring

    Compare installation methods and prepare the subfloor before making a decision.

    Oakley Wood Timber ·

    Oak flooring in a furnished room

    What is a floating floor?

    In a floating installation, the boards form a connected floor above the subfloor rather than being bonded directly to it. A compatible underlay is normally part of the specified system. Whether the joints lock or require adhesive depends on the floor. Floating should not be taken to mean that no preparation is necessary.

    What is a glued-down floor?

    A fully bonded installation uses a suitable flooring adhesive to attach the boards to the prepared subfloor. The adhesive must be compatible with the floor, substrate and any heating system. Your fitter should confirm the preparation and installation requirements before you purchase either the boards or fitting materials.

    An uneven subfloor still needs attention

    Neither method is a substitute for assessing the base. Ask the installer to check its strength, flatness, cleanliness and moisture condition. Do not use extra underlay or adhesive to improvise a remedy for an unsuitable subfloor. Preparation should be agreed before work starts so the fitting quotation covers the actual job.

    Choose for the exact floor and room

    Some products permit more than one fitting method, while others have specific requirements. Discuss the room layout, heating, thresholds and expansion provision with your installer. Herringbone layouts should be checked against their own instructions. Compare the complete installation cost, including preparation, materials and labour, rather than just the cost of underlay versus adhesive.

    Plan your next step

    For help choosing a floor, contact our team.

    Further reading: Kährs product-specific fitting information. Always use the installation and care instructions for your exact product.

  • Distressed oak flooring: inspiration for a characterful home

    Flooring & Door Advice / Inspiration

    Flooring inspiration

    Distressed oak flooring: inspiration for a characterful home

    Explore the character of distressed oak using one of our installed-floor showcases.

    Oakley Wood Timber ·

    Kensington Oak Distressed Natural Oiled installed floor

    A real example to start with

    Our main website showcases Kensington Oak Distressed Natural Oiled, identified as OWT-25 in the Our Work collection. The installation photographs give you a useful reference when comparing a floor sample with the effect of a larger finished area. They show a particular installation rather than a guarantee that every board will look identical.

    Look at character as well as colour

    When choosing a floor with a distressed appearance, consider how much visible character you want across the room. Compare the surface texture, grain and grade alongside the overall tone. The product’s finish and natural timber variation both contribute to the result, so a small sample should be considered together with the full specification.

    Build your room around the floor

    As a design starting point, try the sample beside your proposed wall colour, cabinetry and soft furnishings. A characterful floor can be paired with simple furniture or more traditional details; the right balance is a matter of personal taste. Check the sample in daylight and under the lighting you use in the evening before deciding.

    From inspiration to ordering

    Use the linked product page to check current dimensions, box coverage and prices. Ask your installer to confirm room measurements and the fitting materials required. The installation shown is inspiration; its room dimensions and order quantity should not be used to estimate your own project. If you want help comparing finishes, contact our team before ordering.

    Explore this look

    Inspired by our Kensington Oak Distressed Natural Oiled project showcase. Project photographs show an individual installation; natural timber and lighting can vary.

  • Wide-plank oak flooring: ideas from our installed projects

    Flooring & Door Advice / Inspiration

    Flooring inspiration

    Wide-plank oak flooring: ideas from our installed projects

    Compare two 260mm Windsor oak showcases and use them to refine your own flooring choices.

    Oakley Wood Timber ·

    Windsor Oak 3D Smoked Brushed Oiled 260mm wide installed floor

    Compare two wide-board examples

    Our “Our Work” collection includes Windsor Oak 3D Smoked Brushed Oiled 260mm wide and Windsor Oak Raw Invisible Brushed Lacquered 260mm wide. These showcases offer two different finishes to explore at the same stated board width. The photographs are available in our customer photo collection, allowing you to consider the overall appearance in finished spaces.

    Consider width alongside length

    Board width is only one part of the design. Length, the number of board joints, the grade and the finish also influence the overall effect. Use the project photographs as inspiration, then compare the actual specifications of products you are considering. Do not assume that every floor with a similar finish comes in the same dimensions.

    Use samples to narrow the choice

    Try samples alongside skirting, wall colours and furniture. As a design comparison, look at a lighter and a deeper-toned option in the same lighting. Photographs and screens are useful for shortlisting, but they cannot confirm the exact colour you will see in your home or show all the natural variation in the boards.

    Check suitability and availability

    Ask your installer to assess the subfloor, fitting method and any heating requirements for the exact floor. The Windsor showcases are inspiration from our wider project collection; the products currently available to order here are shown in our flooring categories. Contact us if you want help finding a similar look or confirming a particular product’s availability.

    Explore this look

    Also view Windsor Oak Raw Invisible Brushed Lacquered 260mm wide.

    Inspired by our Windsor Oak 3D Smoked Brushed Oiled 260mm wide project showcase. Project photographs show an individual installation; natural timber and lighting can vary.

  • Click flooring vs tongue and groove

    Flooring & Door Advice / Flooring

    Flooring guide

    Click flooring vs tongue and groove

    Understand the joint system before choosing a floor and agreeing the fitting method.

    Oakley Wood Timber ·

    Oak flooring in a furnished room

    The joint connects the boards

    Click and tongue-and-groove describe how neighbouring boards fit together. A click system uses a locking profile. A conventional tongue-and-groove board has a projecting tongue that fits into the next board’s groove. The joint type is separate from whether the finished floor is floated or bonded to the subfloor.

    Check the exact fitting instructions

    Many click systems connect without glue in the joints, but assembly methods differ. Conventional tongue-and-groove floors may need joint adhesive when floated, depending on the product. Your installer should use the instructions for the actual boards rather than a generic method remembered from another floor.

    Plan for doorways and awkward areas

    Ask your installer how they will work around door frames, pipes and the final row. The joint profile can influence the sequence of fitting. Confirm any required tools and whether the floor can be installed using your proposed method. Joint design alone does not establish compatibility with underfloor heating.

    Compare the whole product

    Choose by appearance, grade, finish, dimensions and installation requirements as well as the locking system. Ask for a fitting quotation based on the exact product code. Before ordering accessories, confirm which underlay, adhesive and trims are needed. This avoids buying materials for a different joint system or installation method.

    Plan your next step

    For help choosing a floor, contact our team.

    Further reading: Kährs Woodloc installation guidance. Always use the installation and care instructions for your exact product.

  • CLEARANCE

    CLEARANCE

    Clearance flooring. Offers are subject to stock availability.

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    Kensington Luxury SPC Oak Light Vintage Plank

    Single Plank

    Kensington Luxury SPC Oak Light Vintage Plank

    5mm × 182mm × 1220mm
    Thickness × width × length

    Clearance Offer

    Was £35.00 / m² · Inc VAT

    £24.00 / m² · Inc VAT

    £53.28 per box (2.22m² a box)

    Collection only · 21 boxes available · Must purchase all 21 boxes

    View full product detailsOrder now with just a 25% deposit
    Kensington Luxury SPC Oak Brown Vintage Plank

    Single Plank

    Kensington Luxury SPC Oak Brown Vintage Plank

    5mm × 182mm × 1220mm
    Thickness × width × length

    Clearance Offer

    Was £35.00 / m² · Inc VAT

    £24.00 / m² · Inc VAT

    £53.28 per box (2.22m² a box)

    Collection only · 25 boxes available · Must purchase all 25 boxes

    View full product detailsOrder now with just a 25% deposit

  • Choosing door handles and accessories

    Flooring & Door Advice / Doors

    Doors buying guide

    Choosing door handles and accessories

    Match handles, hinges and locks to the way each room is used.

    Oakley Wood Timber ·

    Oak internal door

    Start with how the room is used

    A standard internal door may only need a latch, while a bathroom usually needs an appropriate privacy arrangement. A room requiring key locking needs a compatible lock and hardware. Decide the function for each room before choosing a handle style, so you can compare the correct pack options.

    Check what the pack includes

    Read the contents of the exact variant. Standard, bathroom, key-lock and fire-door packs can contain different components even when the handle design looks identical. Confirm whether hinges, a latch, a lock and any turn-and-release or escutcheons are included. Do not assume a pictured component is supplied with every option.

    Match the hardware to the door

    Check the permitted door thickness, hinge dimensions and latch or lock requirements. Fire doors require suitable hardware and installation in accordance with their certification; an attractive handle alone does not establish compliance. Ask your installer to confirm the complete arrangement before ordering, including any additional components needed.

    Coordinate the finish and quantity

    Consider how the handle finish will look beside hinges, locks and other fittings. Count the packs required for each door and room type, then review your basket against that list. On this website, door accessories are available when ordering a door. You can view the full accessory details before choosing a variant and quantity.

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  • How to clean and care for wood flooring

    Flooring & Door Advice / Flooring

    Flooring guide

    How to clean and care for wood flooring

    A practical routine for protecting your floor and choosing the right cleaning products.

    Oakley Wood Timber ·

    Oak flooring in a furnished room

    Start with dry cleaning

    Remove loose dust and grit regularly with a soft brush or a vacuum attachment suitable for wood flooring. Entrance mats help reduce the dirt brought into a room. Check furniture pads and replace worn ones, and lift furniture when moving it rather than dragging it across the boards.

    Use a damp mop, not a soaking one

    When damp cleaning is needed, use a well-wrung mop and a cleaner approved for the floor’s finish. Follow the cleaner’s dilution instructions. Avoid leaving puddles and wipe up spills promptly. More water or more detergent does not necessarily produce a cleaner floor, and an unsuitable product can affect its surface.

    Know whether your floor is oiled or lacquered

    Check your order details before buying a maintenance treatment. Oiled and lacquered finishes have different care requirements, and coloured finishes may require a matching product. Do not apply a generic polish, oil or refresher without checking compatibility. Keep the manufacturer’s care information with your purchase records.

    Deal with marks carefully

    Identify what caused a stain before trying to remove it. Test any approved treatment in an inconspicuous area and ask for advice if you are unsure. For persistent wear or damage, discuss repair options with a flooring professional rather than assuming the whole floor needs sanding. A sensible cleaning routine should be matched to how the room is used.

    Plan your next step

    For help choosing a floor, contact our team.

    Further reading: Kährs wood-floor care guidance. Always use the installation and care instructions for your exact product.

  • How to clean and care for SPC flooring

    Flooring & Door Advice / SPC Flooring

    SPC flooring guide

    How to clean and care for SPC flooring

    Protect your rigid-vinyl floor with suitable cleaning products and simple daily habits.

    Oakley Wood Timber ·

    Oak-effect SPC flooring room visualisation

    Remove loose dirt first

    Sweep or vacuum using a soft attachment suitable for the floor. Grit can mark a surface as people walk across it, so use suitable entrance mats and keep them clean. Check that mat backing and furniture pads are compatible with vinyl, and lift furniture instead of dragging it.

    Use the approved cleaner

    Follow the manufacturer’s care instructions and the cleaner’s dilution guidance. Remove loose debris before damp cleaning and wipe up spills promptly. Avoid experimenting with abrasive pads, strong solvents or treatments intended for real wood. If a stain persists, identify its cause and ask about a compatible spot-cleaning method.

    Do not assume steam is allowed

    Steam-cleaning advice differs between products. Some manufacturers allow it only under specific conditions; others restrict it. Use a steam mop only where the exact product’s maintenance instructions explicitly permit it, and follow every stated condition. A waterproof claim alone does not establish resistance to concentrated heat or steam.

    Repair vinyl as vinyl

    SPC’s decorative surface should not be treated like a sandable timber wear layer. For damage, ask about an approved repair product or board replacement suitable for the locking system. Keep spare boards if practical, along with the product code and care guide. Prevention and the correct cleaner are usually simpler than an improvised repair.

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    Further reading: Quick-Step vinyl cleaning guidance. Manufacturer examples describe their own ranges. Always follow the instructions for your exact product; these examples do not confirm that those ranges are sold on this website.