FAQ - Parquet floors, installation and underfloor heating

We have a special collection for underfloor heating— THE RIGHT. This wood, thanks to a gentle thermal treatment, becomes more resistant to changes in temperature and humidity, making it ideal for underfloor heating. Thinner boards, 15 mm thick, are best suited for underfloor heating.

Thermally modified wood (thermo wood) is wood that has been heated at high temperatures (approx. 160–200°C) to achieve new beneficial properties. Practical differences between unheated and heat-treated wood include:
Dimensional stability and moisture resistance – the main advantage and purpose of thermo wood was its resistance to moisture and changing weather conditions, which translates into significantly less wood movement. In the event of a significant drop in humidity (e.g., during winter), gaps between boards are absent or much smaller than in regular wood.
Insect and fungus resistance – the modification process reduces wood moisture content, leaching out nutrients (e.g., sugars), making it an unfavorable environment for most insects and fungi.
Color – oak wood heated according to our proprietary, gentle parameters retains its natural character and refinement. This process causes only a subtle color change compared to natural oak, enriching it with greater depth and a warm, elegant tone. This gives the wood a more refined appearance without losing its authentic oak character.

Yes, we are FSC® certified, which means that all our wood products are made from 100% certified wood.
FSC (Forest StewardShip Council®) is an international organization promoting responsible forest management. Responsible forest management means:
1. Forest resources are strictly protected – no trees are cut down without new ones being planted.
2. Avoiding the use of pesticides.
3. Protecting rare species of plants and animals living in the forests.
4. No foreign plants are introduced (including genetically modified plants).
5. Protecting areas of exceptional social and natural value.
In addition, to obtain certification, you must:
∙ Operate your business in accordance with applicable law.
∙ Respect the rights of employees and local communities.

No, cases where there's a risk of knots falling out are eliminated during production. All remaining knots are filled with a hard-elastic filler to prevent this type of defect.

Daily Floor Cleaning:
Daily dirt is best removed with a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush. Any remaining sand or other debris can scratch the surface. A freshly oiled floor should be dry-cleaned for the first 20 days. After this period, we recommend regular wet cleaning with the dedicated Osmo Wisch-fix product. Use it according to the label to extend the life of the wax coating.
Periodic Maintenance:
Oiled floors require regular care to maintain their natural beauty, color depth, and effective surface protection for years to come. Periodic maintenance refreshes the oil layer and protects the wood from everyday wear and tear. For best results, we recommend using professional services and color-coordinated Osmo care products.

Dry Floor Cleaning:
Everyday dirt is best removed with a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush. Leftover sand grains or other contaminants can cause scratches on the surface.
Wet Floor Cleaning:
For daily cleaning of varnished floors, we recommend using Flooria Daily Cleaner. We allow the use of other recommended wood floor care products, but we are not responsible for their effectiveness or consequences. Prepare the appropriate solution in proportions according to the instructions on the label and clean the floor with a well-wrung, soft cloth or mop. Do not use excessive water. Allow the floor to dry naturally.
Floor Maintenance:
To maintain varnished floors in optimal condition, periodic maintenance is recommended with Flooria Care Balm or another product approved by the flooring manufacturer. After cleaning the floor (see: wet cleaning), prepare the solution according to the instructions on the label and apply it with a well-wrung, soft cloth or mop. It is important not to use too much water.

Wood grading is a visual assignment of batches of boards to create grades. Grades do not affect the quality of our products; we strive to create premium , regardless of their visual assignment.
Wood grades will vary depending on the species and variety.
Within each variety, we distinguish the following species:

Oak

∙Natural
∙Rustical

Thermo Light Oak

∙Natural
∙Rustical

Yes, our company performs a wood aging process. Brushing is an additional process performed during flooring production, occurring before the finishing coat is applied. It's intended to bring out the softer parts of the wood from the board. Brushing enhances the visual visibility of the grain and makes the wood structure more tactile. This process is often referred to as wood aging. The Caramel color is a brushed product. Upon request, we can also brush other items in our offer for an additional fee.

Raw board:

- 16 mm thick, the wear layer is 8 mm,
- 21 mm thick, the wear layer is 11 mm,

Varnished/Oiled board:

- 15 mm thick, the wear layer is 7 mm,
- 20 mm thick, the wear layer is 10 mm,

Each time a wooden floor is sanded (sanded), the wear layer is removed. It's estimated that a single parquet refinishing will result in a loss of approximately 1 mm.

The advantage of using 20/21 mm thick boards is the ability to refinish them more times – about 9-10 times compared to 6-7 for thinner boards. Currently, this isn't convincing, considering the average lifespan of a 15/16 mm thick floor, which is approximately 50-70 years. The difference in favor of thinner floors is their cost. This is reflected not only in the price of the board or parquet itself, but also in the costs incurred when leveling other floors to match our wood floor (e.g., less glue is needed to install terracotta).

36 months from the date of purchase, as evidenced by proof of purchase.
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Wood floors are a natural product and therefore have their own inherent characteristics. Reduced humidity causes them to shrink, creating gaps, while increased humidity causes them to expand.
Parkiety Jabłoński products are dried in automated dryers to a moisture content of 7-11% (excluding thermowood), ensuring the wood's stability in conditions of 45-60% relative humidity at temperatures of 18-25°C. Maintaining these parameters in the area where the wood floor is installed guarantees its proper aging. In sub-zero winter temperatures, maintaining a sufficiently high air humidity can be difficult, which can lead to localized gaps between the planks. Therefore, humidifying the air during frosty days is crucial. Gaps between the planks should disappear as the air humidity increases.

No, floorboards or parquet should be stored in rooms where the relative humidity is between 45-60% and the temperature is between 18-25°C. The uninstalled product should not be stored for longer than 7 days. When stored, the product should not be placed directly on a concrete floor. It is a good idea to use an insulator, e.g., cardboard, Styrofoam, or a pallet.

In the case of paint, the coating provides such good protection that even after several hours, no trace remains. The same applies to the Overmat Profiline oils used by our company; however, on whitened coatings, after a few hours, a very faint darkening is visible, which can be easily removed with a care product.

While beveled floors were becoming popular, it was often said that dirt easily accumulated in their recesses. This claim was somewhat exaggerated, as the use of beveled floors was already common, for example, in terracotta. Just as with terracotta, wood floors (beveled and unbeveled) should be vacuumed before wet mopping to prevent dirt from accumulating in the crevices. Flooria floors also feature bevels with an angle of 27° (usually 45°), which significantly simplifies maintenance.

Rustic is a class with a distinct, rich natural wood character – large knots, variations in color, staining, and grain. Rustic wood has character, warmth, and personality – perfect for rustic, farmhouse, or traditional interiors. Natur, on the other hand, is a clean, calm class, ideal for modern interiors. Rustic is usually less expensive and more generous in terms of material, as it utilizes wood with "imperfections." Both solutions are beautiful – it's a matter of style preference.

- Quality - In both cases, the quality of the wood remains the same, but in the case of the varnish/oil coating, it differs dramatically. Machine-finished floors are characterized by high smoothness and a lack of contamination because they are manufactured in dust-free conditions.
- Beveling - All Flooria products feature four-sided bevels that conceal any unevenness in the floor during installation and also compensate for any minor imperfections created during the floor stabilization process. For floors intended for on-site installation, beveling is optional.
- Materials Used - Flooria floors are finished with abrasion-resistant varnishes or oil-waxes from the professional Overmat Profiline industrial line. These are not suitable for use on-site, so substitutes are used.
- Installation Time - Proper installation of on-site finished floors takes 3-5 weeks. This is due to the stabilization period between gluing, sanding, and subsequent finishing. With Flooria flooring, the stabilization period is built into the life of the floor, so installation usually takes several days (depending on the surface).
- Contamination during installation - sanding floors on site produces wood dust, which, despite dust extraction systems in the machines used, is impossible to completely remove. The dust particles then settle on the freshly varnished or oiled floor. Flooria products are finished in dust-free conditions, making them contaminant-free. An additional inconvenience is the odor of the oils/varnishes used, which is often unpleasant and lingers for several days.
- Cost - Flooria is a finished product, meaning the price includes the cost of applying protective coatings (varnish or oil wax), any coloring dye, and each board is finished with a four-sided bevel. When purchasing the raw product, keep in mind the costs associated with hand-finishing the boards immediately after the floor is laid on site.
The initial price of Floori is higher because it includes the price of the varnish/oil and the cost of application. However, in the end, this difference is offset or even favors the finished floorboard. This is due to the cost savings offered by using factory-made (rather than handcrafted) production.

No. All grades of boards and parquets are produced on the same machines during a single technological process, using the same workers. Their assignment to specific grades is determined only at the end of the production phase. The differences between the individual grades are purely visual.

Flooria comes in two finishes – oiled or lacquered.
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Both varnished and oiled floors have their advantages and disadvantages. Which one is better or worse is a matter of individual preference.

Of course, we have a CE certificate. The CE mark placed on the product is the manufacturer's declaration that the marked product meets the strict European Union standards (PN:EN 13226; PN:EN 14342) and is subject to rigorous quality control.

French herringbone flooring manufactured by Parkiety Jabłoński is made with a four-sided tongue-and-groove joint, significantly improving installation precision and the aesthetics of the finished floor. This solution ensures a perfect fitof the slats both lengthwise and frontally, giving the floor a particularly even and elegant appearance.
Unlike a tongue-and-groove joint, the four-sided tongue-and-groove joint increases the stability of the entire structure and reduces the risk of gaps forming during use. Furthermore, it simplifies installation, improves the floor's durability, and achieves the luxurious, refined finish characteristic of the highest quality wooden parquets.

Flooria is Parkiety Jabłoński's flagship product – a solid floorboard made of natural wood. Available in varnished or oiled finishes, in a variety of colors and sizes. The four-sided bevel enhances the look of the wood floor and gives it an elegant character.

No. All grades of boards and parquets are produced on the same machines during a single technological process, using the same workers. They are assigned to specific grades only at the end of the production process. The differences between the individual grades are purely visual.

Yes. It is possible to make a herringbone pattern with any angle, but this is subject to individual pricing.

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