Advice on fitting reclaimed parquet

[hardcastlephil]

Hi all,

I've just bought 30sqM of parquet to fit in my kitchen diner (project thread here: http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a... and need some advice on how best to fit it.

The current floor is half floorboards and half concrete, which are level, but I plan to lay a base of plywood fist so I have a good starting point.

I've been told that as there isn't much bitumen on n the back, I can glue straight to the floor. What adhesive do I need to be using??

Also, where is best to start? I want to lay the blocks in a herringbone pattern, with a straight border round the edge. Do I begin with the border on one side then work across? The room is quite square which I hope helps.

After the floor is laid, I guess I hire a floor sander, and then seal? Are there mat/satin finishes available as I don't really want super shiny?

Sorry for all the questions,

Phil

[hardcastlephil]

Thanks for the advice chaps - will take heed and keep you updated.

scovette - Sounds good; any pics?!

P

[hardcastlephil]

Thanks again all,

scorvette - that looks a lovely job, If mine comes up 50% as good as that i'll be happy.

Finally - any preference on sikabond vs Lecol? They seem roughly the same price but will have to pull the trigger tonight.

Phil

[hardcastlephil]

Alex, thanks very much for your advice; much appreciated! I'm hoping to have the base down and tidy by tomorrow, ready for marking out a central chalk line.

I was going to buy a compound mitre foe the job - will this help me in any way?

http://www.screwfix.com/p/evolution-rage3-s-210mm-...

Thanks again,

Phil