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In our previous article, we followed the suspended floor insulation process from lifting and numbering the original floorboards through to the membrane, insulation, airtight layer and finally the reinstatement and restoration of the timber floor. At the old stone house that has followed us through this series, the difference between the beginning and the end of the work was not about changing the character of the property. Outside, the same two Adirondack chairs still looked

In our previous article, we looked beneath the floorboards and explained what we check before suspended floor insulation begins. The condition of the joists, signs of woodworm, moisture, ventilation and the air bricks all need to be understood before anything is covered. At the old stone house that inspired this series, lifting the original boards revealed the structure that had been hidden beneath the rooms for generations. Outside, two Adirondack chairs looked across the su

In our previous article, we looked at why suspended timber floors can make older Irish homes feel particularly cold and how the ventilated space beneath the boards can contribute to draughts and heat loss. The project behind this series was an old stone house surrounded by open countryside. Outside, two Adirondack garden chairs faced the view. Inside, once sections of the original timber floor were lifted, a completely different part of the house became visible. Before thinki

One of the unique projects we completed recently was the restoration of a beautiful old stone house set in one of Ireland’s scenic rural locations. Surrounded by countryside, the property was full of history, character and the kind of details that simply cannot be recreated in a modern build. Stone houses have a personality of their own, and their original timber floors are often one of their most striking features. Years of use leave subtle imperfections in the boards, while

What Does Bespoke Hardwood Flooring Actually Mean? Bespoke hardwood flooring means a floor designed and built specifically for your space — not selected from a catalogue and not adjusted on site as an afterthought. It involves: custom board dimensions selected wood species and grades tailored finishes installation adapted to the building, not the other way around In Dublin, bespoke hardwood flooring is typically chosen for high-end homes, renovations, and period properties

A Timeless Flooring Icon Versailles parquet panels are one of the most recognizable and luxurious flooring patterns in the world. First created for the Palace of Versailles in the 17th century, these intricate geometric panels replaced cold marble floors and became a symbol of elegance, symmetry, and royal craftsmanship. Today, they remain a hallmark of high-end interiors — blending history, artistry, and engineering. Palace of Versailles The History Behind Versailles Parquet