Somerset Flooring Installation + Before & After Photos

Project Location:  Portland, OR 97220

Materials:  Somerset Flooring – Golden Oak – Engineered Hardwood Flooring

Project Overview

Choosing the right flooring for your home can be challenging, especially when specific structural elements, like a concrete subfloor, impact the types of flooring that are suitable. Recently, our client desired the traditional look of solid hardwood flooring. However, during our consultation and inspection, we discovered that the home’s concrete subfloor posed a challenge for nailing down solid hardwood, requiring an alternative solution.

The Challenge

Our client’s goals included:

1. Traditional Aesthetic: The client wanted the warm, classic look of traditional hardwood in their home.
2. Concrete Subfloor Constraints: With a concrete subfloor, installing solid hardwood was impractical and costly. Gluing down hardwood directly to concrete can also be labor-intensive and expensive.
3. Durability and Comfort: They wanted a flooring solution that would not only be durable but also comfortable underfoot.

The Solution: Somerset Golden Oak Engineered Hardwood

To meet the client’s requirements and work within the limitations of a concrete subfloor, we recommended Somerset Flooring’s Golden Oak Engineered Hardwood. This flooring provides the classic look of solid hardwood with the flexibility needed for concrete subfloor applications.

Product Highlights:

• Engineered for Stability: With a 3.25” wide plank, this engineered hardwood has been crafted to withstand expansion and contraction, making it ideal for Portland’s varying climate and concrete subfloors.
• Golden Oak Finish: The warm, golden hue and semi-gloss finish create a timeless, inviting look that complements both traditional and modern interiors.
• Floating Installation Method: To meet the needs of the concrete subfloor, we utilized a floating installation method. By gluing the tongue and groove joints together, the floor rests securely on a sound-deadening underlayment, enhancing comfort and noise reduction.

Installation Process

For this project, we began by preparing the concrete subfloor and laying down a sound-deadening underlayment. This layer serves multiple purposes, including reducing noise, providing a slight cushioning effect, and allowing the floor to float over the concrete.

With the floating method, each plank’s tongue and groove were glued together, creating a stable, cohesive flooring surface that simulates the look and feel of traditional hardwood without the need for adhesives or nails to the concrete.

Benefits of Engineered Hardwood Flooring on Concrete

1. Cost-Effective Installation: Compared to gluing hardwood directly to concrete, the floating installation method is more affordable and less labor-intensive.
2. Traditional Aesthetic with Modern Adaptability: The Golden Oak engineered hardwood offers a beautiful, classic appearance while being designed for installation over concrete.
3. Enhanced Comfort and Durability: With the underlayment padding, this floor offers additional comfort underfoot and provides a noise buffer, ideal for multi-level buildings or busy households.

Why Choose Rejuvenation Floor & Design?

At Rejuvenation Floor & Design, we combine product knowledge and years of experience to help Portland homeowners find the ideal flooring solutions. Our showroom in the 42nd Street Station Mall showcases a variety of quality flooring options, from traditional hardwood to modern engineered floors, and our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service.

Ready to Upgrade Your Flooring?

If you’re in the Portland area and looking for flooring options that suit your lifestyle and structural needs, contact Rejuvenation Floor & Design. Our team is ready to guide you through the process, helping you choose the perfect floor for your home.

Call us at (503) 989-8997 to schedule a free in-home consultation or visit our Portland showroom to explore our extensive flooring selection.