Will Stricter Building Regulations Improve Building Standards in Ireland? PART III

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Oliver Dempsey

New building regulations 2013<< Continued from Part II.  In a similar way when we carry out a new build, extension or renovation, we should do as much research as possible and get the advice of as many professionals as possible to ensure the best job is carried out.  While the new regulations do not come into effect until 1 March 2014 and only appear to cover new builds and extensions greater than 40 square meters,  please remember that all building works must comply with the current building regulations and it is an offense not to do so.  In this regard you should always consult with a certifier before any building work commences.  In consulting with a certifier you will ensure there is less chance of ambiguity in relation to the design of any renovation or extension and that the proposed works will meet or exceed current building standards.

The current regulations do not put emphasis on the competence of the builder.  While the new regulations do put emphasis on the competence of the builder, it still does not appear to do more than ask the property owner and builder to certify themselves that the builder is competent.  Therefore with the new regulations it will still be up to the property owner as it is presently to determine if the builder is competent to carry out the works.  We normally recommend that you get phone numbers of references from the builder and check them out.  We recommend that you should look for qualifications, examples of previous work carried out and any other details that you need.  The certifier should also be able to advise in this regard.  It might also be a good idea to request references from previous certifiers who have certified the builder’s work as well.

Where insurance is required to be held by the service provider we advise that you should request sight of evidence of the service provider’s insurance policy before the work commences. If you do not know if insurance is required or what type of insurance is required please ask an authorised insurance broker and he/she should be able to help.  It may also be prudent to ring the builder’s insurance broker to check the validity of the insurance and that is paid up to date.  We recommend that you agree with the service provider on some sort of stage payments for the job. Full payment should not be made until the job is complete.  We also recommend using an escrow payment facility which allows you to put the money into a holding account and to be released as each stage is completed after a certain number of days have been allowed for inspection.

So will stricter building regulations improve building standards in Ireland?  Well I think that while the new regulations have some deficiencies as outlined above they are a huge improvement on the current system.  The new regulations have been generally welcomed by all of the relevant industry bodies including the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland (RIAI), The Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI), The Association of Building Engineers and the Construction Industry Federation (CIF).   I think from a property owner’s perspective we should always look at regulations like this as a minimum requirement and we should seek to go beyond what they require.  In doing this hopefully we can all play our part in improving building standards in Ireland.

Let us know what you think, if you have any comments or suggestions please fill them in below, we’d be delighted to hear them!

Cheers
Oliver Dempsey
Tradesmen.ie
27th May 2013

The following resources were used for research in the preparation of this article:-
http://www.environ.ie/en/Legislation/DevelopmentandHousing/BuildingStandards/FileDownLoad,32732,en.pdf
http://www.irishstatutebook.ie/1997/en/si/0496.html
http://www.irishstatutebook.ie/1990/en/act/pub/0003/index.html
http://www.environ.ie/en/DevelopmentHousing/BuildingStandards
http://www.irishbuildingmagazine.ie/2013/05/01/sign-on-the-dotted-line-a-new-regime-for-certification-under-the-building-control-amendment-regulations-2013
http://www.riai.ie/index.php/news/article/riai_welcomes_amended_building_control_regulations_but_cautions_more_needs
http://cif.ie/news-events/constructionissues/building-control-amendment-regulations-2013
http://www.herald.ie/news/but-nobody-is-responsible-as-five-groups-say-its-nothing-to-do-with-us-29169435.html
http://www.i-b-c-i.ie/docs/conferences/2013/1%20-%20The%20New%20Building%20Control%20Amendment%20Regulations%202013%20and%20other%20Legislative%20&%20Policy%20Developments%20-%20Aidan%20O%20Connor.pdf
http://surveyorsblog.wordpress.com/tag/building-control-regulations/
http://www.irishtimes.com/news/hogan-unveils-new-building-regulations-1.1349172
http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2056921361
http://www.riai.ie/images/uploads/Code_for_Inspecting__Certifying_Building_Works-_Building_Control_Regulations.pdf

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Tradesmen.ie testimonial from Tradesman Keith Moran, KM Construction

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Oliver Dempsey

Keith Moran, KM ConstructionThis is a testimonial from Tradesman Keith Moran, KM Construction.   KM Construction undertake a large range of work big and small and specialise in Attic Conversions, Building Renovations, Sun Lounges, Extensions, Renovations, Kitchen remodeling, Bedroom/Bathroom Renovations.

Their website states that they provide “quality workmanship at affordable prices” and they have built their “stellar reputation” providing services to the North Dublin, Meath and Fingal  areas.

In his testimonial Keith said that Tradesmen.ie has generated a fair amount of work big and small for his business and that on an ongoing basis it has kept his lads going,  from the contacts they have made through Tradesmen.ie they have ongoing work with the customers.  He says he finds it to be a great service and very professionally run.  Here are some reviews for Keith Moran from users who posted jobs on Tradesmen.ie:-

30/4/2013
Excellent service. Keith was quick to get in touch to organise to price the job. As the house is rented Keith had no problems contacting the tenants to arrange a time that suited them to call up. He had to make numerous calls out to complete the job and had no problems doing this. It saved me a lot of hassle by dealing directly with the tenants and the job has been completed satisfactorily and a very reasonable price.I would highly recommend Keith and I intend to deal with him for future issues – Score 10/10
Chris Quattro, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin
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25/4/2013
Very happy with the work, was completed efficiently and I would call him again. – Score 10/10
Laura Mulcahy, finglas, Dublin 11
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15/4/2013
The job was completed quickly and efficiently. Very happy with the work done. – Score 10/10
Tanya Haberlin, Lusk, Co. Dublin
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4/4/2013
Speedy arrival on time, good price. Prompt and courteous, would highly recommend – Score 10/10
Elaine Hewitt, Clonshaugh, Dublin 17
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14/3/2013
Keith responded rapidly, came to see the problem and gave a quote on the spot. Then he fixed the problem quickly too. He arrived punctually and worked without a break till the job was done. To locate the leak, he had to remove a shower tray, and had to remove lots of concrete to make room for a bigger tray and replace some fittings. He took away all the debris, and did a nice job of tiling around the new tray. – Score 10/10
Ann Averill, Malahide, Co. Dublin
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5/3/2013
Very prompt and courteous. Was there within an hour or two of my posting the ad and completed the job quickly and effectively. – Score 9/10
Rosemarie Lalor, Firhouse, Dublin 24
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4/3/2013
Keith done a great job and i will be using him in future for more jobs around the house. – Score 10/10
Stephen Sweeney, Castelknock Dublin , Dublin 15
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You can see other testimonials from Tradesmen and Customers Below:-

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2013/05/tradesmen-ie-testimonial-from-tradesman-colin-hayes-hayes-group

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2013/04/tradesmen-ie-testimonial-from-tradesman-nicky-moran

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2013/04/attic-conversion-testimonial-from-tradesmen-ie-user-patrick-quane

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2013/01/video-testimonial-happy-customer-gives-feedback-2

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2013/02/customer-talks-about-her-experience-with-tradesmen-ie

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2013/04/video-testimonial-orla-fahy

And always remember these 4 tips below when hiring a tradesman:-

1.    Ask for phone numbers of references so that you can check them out

2.    Check insurance of the tradesman where insurance is required

3.    Hire a suitably qualified architect, building surveyor or building engineer if the job is anything to do with a new build, building renovation or extension

4.    Agree on some sort of stage payments for the job. Remember that full payment should not be made until the job is complete and has been inspected by you, and if necessary by a certifier.

Thanks Keith for your testimonial and keep up the good work!

Kind Regards
Oliver Dempsey
22th May 2013
http://www.tradesmen.ie

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4 Tips for Hiring a Tradesman

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Oliver Dempsey

4 tips for hiring a tradesmen

Hi folks, here’s a video with 4 tips we give on tradesmen.ie to anyone is considering hiring a tradesman.  You can see a transcript of the video below:-

1.    Ask for phone numbers of references so that you can check them out

2.    Check insurance of the tradesman where insurance is required

3.    Hire a suitably qualified architect, building surveyor or building engineer if the job is anything to do with a new build, building renovation or extension

4.    Agree on some sort of stage payments for the job. Remember that full payment should not be made until the job is complete and has been inspected by you, and if necessary by a certifier.

While there may be other things to take into consideration when hiring a tradesman, these tips are a good starting point at least.  1, 2 and 4 are also good tips to remember when considering hiring any other types of service provider from any source so be sure to remember these points and feel free to print out this page if you like!:)

Please see video below:-

Cheers
Oliver Dempsey
Tradesmen.ie
15th May 2013

 

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Tradesmen.ie testimonial from Tradesman Colin Hayes, Hayes Group

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Oliver Dempsey

Colin Hayes, Hayes Group, Macroom, Co. CorkThis is a video testimonial from tradesman Colin Hayes, Hayes Group Maintenance Solutions.

Hayesgroup comprises a diverse network of project management professionals, tradespeople and maintenance specialists with a focus on the retail, commercial and community sectors. They are a major supplier in the field of Pharmacy design, construction, fitout and refurbishment. They also offer specialised services to Architects, Engineers and Planning Consultants.  Hayesgroup are based in Macroom, Co. Cork and you can check out their website at hayesgroup.ie.

Here is a small sample of reviews for Colin Hayes from users who posted jobs on Tradesmen.ie:-

28/4/2013

More then happy with Colin’s work, very efficient and Knowledgeable about his work and would be more then happy to recommend Colin to anyone. – Score 10/10

Jim Ahern, Glanmire, Cork
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3/4/2013

I’m delighted with the service, Colin looked at the job, gave me a good price, and told me when he would come back to do the job.
He arrived on time, was very neat and tidy, and did an excellent job. No fuss.
I would highly recommend him, and Tradesmen.ie! – Score 9/10

Brigid Wall, Wilton, Cork
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24/3/2013

Colin Hayes outsourced the job to a chimney sweep. we are glad to have contact with Liam who did an excellent job. – Score 9/10

Lucy Lane, cork, Cork
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19/3/2013

Colin was very prompt in calling to me. He was very pleasant to deal with and very efficient. The cost was very reasonable and I would have no issue in recommending him – Score 10/10

carolynn cooke, cork, Cork
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19/3/2013

Fantastic work. I would recommend Colin anytime. – Score 10/10

Simone Sheane, Carrignavar, Cork
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4/3/2013

I am very pleased with the work Colin did, both couches fixed plus extra chair mended.very neat efficient worker and very pleasant.Would highly recommend him to anyone .price included two visits all work and cost of materials.thanks so much to Colin and tradesmen.ie for such speedy response and excellent work. – Score 10/10

elizabeth hodgers, nidleton, Cork
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27/2/2013

Efficient and professional…no problems. – Score 10/10

stephen Patterson, Farran, Cork
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14/2/2013

It was a straighforward job and Colin did it efficiently, quickly and with the minimum fuss for a reasonable price. Thats all you can ask for. Happy to reccommend him. – Score 9/10

Jim Crowley, Carrigtwohill, Cork
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Thanks Colin for your testimonial and keep up the good work!
Kind Regards
Oliver Dempsey
6th May 2013
http://www.tradesmen.ie

You can see other testimonials from Tradesmen and Customers Below:-

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2013/04/tradesmen-ie-testimonial-from-tradesman-nicky-moran

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2013/04/attic-conversion-testimonial-from-tradesmen-ie-user-patrick-quane

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2013/01/video-testimonial-happy-customer-gives-feedback-2

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2013/02/customer-talks-about-her-experience-with-tradesmen-ie

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2013/04/video-testimonial-orla-fahy

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Attic Conversion Testimonial from Tradesmen.ie user Patrick Quane

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Oliver Dempsey


This is a testimonial from Patrick Quane, Leixlip, Co. Kildare who got an attic conversion completed recently after posting the job on Tradesmen.ie.

teddy on bed in attic conversion

The attic conversion included 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and a landing and the work was carried out by tradesman Paddy Prior from Dunboyne in Co. Meath.  Patrick said he was very happy with the quality of the work and that he was particularly imressed by the soundness of the work and the finished height of the internal rooms.

Don’t forget that everyone who posts a job and provides feedback will be entered in a draw at the end of each month to win a cash prize!

Regards
Oliver Dempsey
Tradesmen.ie
29th April 2013

 

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Tradesmen.ie testimonial from Tradesman Nicky Moran

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Oliver Dempsey

Nicky Moran, Moran Property MaintenanceThis is a video testimonial from tradesman Nicky Moran of Moran Property Maintenance for Tradesmen.ie.

Moran Property Maintenance cover everything from the very smallest of jobs right up to and including home renovation and extensions. Moran Property Maintenance are based in The Ballagh, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford

Since Moran Property Maintenance became a member of Tradesmen.ie they have developed a reputation for excellent work and have many positive reviews from happy customers. As Nicky says himself, “At Moran Property Mainteance no job is too small, we offer every service from hanging pictures to building that extension you always wanted and everything in between. We specialise in offering a personal service. We only used skilled trustworthy people. If in doubt just give us a shout, you name it we will maintain it!”

Here is a small sample of reviews for Nicky Moran from users who posted jobs on Tradesmen.ie
11/3/2013
Firstly when I placed the ad in tradesman.ie on Tueday Nicky Moran replied very quickly. I was able to get a quote from him in a couple of days and he started the job the following Monday.  Secondly the work was done promtly and in a tidy fashion. There was no debris left behind which was great. I would recommend this tradesman. – Score 9/10
colm o’byrne, Wexford, Wexford
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27/2/2013
Nicky done a gtreat job perfect turned up on the day a pleasure to deal with ,i would highly recomend nicky. – Score 10/10
Anthony Mc Ternan, wicklow town, Wicklow
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22/2/2013
Very efficient and professional service, Nicky has a huge skill set. We’ll be keeping his number close at hand. – Score 10/10
Orla Fahy, Wexford, Wexford
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11/2/2013
Nicky & Chris did an excellent job & were extremely helpful & professional.I will definitely use them again and have no hesitation in recommending their services to others. – Score 9/10
Dorothy McGee, Blackwater, Wexford
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11/2/2013 Review for nicky moran, enniscorthy, Wexford
Very satisfied with the gates. Am hoping for fencing from Nicky also so…. That should say it all really!! – Score 9/10
Susanne Gregory, Gorey, Wexford
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14/1/2013 Review for nicky moran, enniscorthy, Wexford
Nicky is highly professional and reliable .standard of work excellent. Would use firm again. – Score 10/10
Maria Donnellan, Enniscorthy, Wexford
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Thanks Nicky for your testimonial and keep up the good work!
Kind Regards
Oliver Dempsey
24th April 2013
http://www.tradesmen.ie

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Tips for Building your Perfect Kitchen Extension

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Oliver Dempsey

Kitchen ExtensionToday we are going to talk about tips for Building Kitchen Extensions. If you are looking for ways to improve your living quality or increase the value of your home, then planning a kitchen extension will definitely aid this issue.

A kitchen extension should give the house a much needed revamp and it only costs a fraction of what it would cost to move or build a new house.

Below we will discuss a few tips to keep in mind if you are seriously thinking about giving your kitchen a face lift:-

  1. The optimum layout of your kitchen should be looked at before you go designing plans for the extension part of it.  Compromising the kitchens functionality for grand design ideals is pretty pointless, as you will only regret it later on.  If you spend time evaluating the layout of your home and how you can make the new kitchen work along with it, you will inadvertently get the space working in your favour.  Make sure that the new layout will suit your current household and that everything within the kitchen is within easy reach and makes life as comfortable as possible for those who will use it in the future.  When you have worked out your preferred layout for the kitchen you can move onto the designing aspect of the extension.
  2. It goes without saying that hiring professionals to carry out your project is highly recommended.  Have a plumber recommend to you the correct location for the kitchen sink, refrigerator and dishwasher.  A registered electrician can look after all the electrical needs and recommend the proper position for light switches and fixtures to be placed.  A  building contractor will be the one to talk to for recommending where walls, windows and doors are to be positioned.  Get a number of quotes but don’t skimp when it comes to hiring top quality tradesmen for the task of extending your kitchen.  They get paid well for doing a quality service.
  3. Ventilation is one area which should be carefully planned ahead of time. You need adequate ventilation so that steam from cooking has a proper escape route. This is vitally important during the colder months when problems arising from a lot of condensation can occur. Extractor fans are a must in all kitchens and should definitely installed.
  4. An extended kitchen could very well be the kitchen of your dreams, but make sure you have proper privacy from your neighbours.  Loads of extra space your new kitchen affords you can result in less privacy due to extra large windows.  To combat this potential issue, you can use blinds, roof lights and glass inserts which can be strategically placed.
  5. If you’re struggling for design ideas then simply flicking through a few home design magazines, or having a look in kitchen showrooms locally may be just the infusion of creativity that you were looking for.  If you see something that tickles your fancy, then tear out the page or take a few photos if its in a showroom.
  6. Meet with your kitchen designer and go through everything with them.  A clear, direct line of communication between both of you is equally as important as a good design.  Make your requests known and don’t be afraid to ask plenty of questions.  The designer will be able to spot things that the builders won’t, and they will also be able to show you what is possible with the dimensions of the space available.   Many kitchen suppliers and manufacturers will provide you with a free design service if you are buying from them but you can also hire a kitchen designer seperately so that you are not bound to any one supplier.
  7. Your budget will ultimately play a major role in your kitchen extension.  Don’t be afraid to tell your architect or builder how much you want to spend.  A lot of people think that this is a bad idea, as they think the money will definitely find a way to be spent.  This is a common misconception, as without the correct advice it’s very easy to spend a lot of hard earned money on a kitchen extension without adding significant value to your home.
  8. In Ireland, building an extension or indeed making any other significant changes to your house may require that you get planning permission.  You must be certain you have the right permission before you start, otherwise it can result in severe fines or even imprisonment.  The best way to go about finding this information out initially is to talk with your local authority on the matter.
  9. Get references, qualifications and insurance details from each contractor who quotes for the job.  Make sure you have a building contract drawn up between you and the contractor so that there is no confusion on what has to be done.  The building contract should describe everything about the extension including the exact specification of the work to be done, materials to be used, stage payments and timescale etc.
  10. Make sure that you know if the prices you got for the job are inclusive or exclusive of VAT.  You don’t want to get any surprise at the end that there is VAT to be added on to the price.
  11. Make sure to have an independent certifier sign off on each stage of the build.  Only pay for each stage as it’s signed off by the certifier.  Consider using an escrow payment facility to manage the payments and to safeguard both you and the contractor.

A good architect will give you good advice and tell you where you could potentially save money.  Listen to them carefully and your kitchen extension will turn out just the way you wanted!:)

I hope this helps some of you who are planning to extend your Kitchen in the future and if you decide to go ahead with it you can get a number of kitchen extension prices here and get up to 4 quotes fast from rated tradesmen!

Cheers
Oliver Dempsey
Tradesmen.ie
April 22nd 2013

Here are some other articles that you might be interested in below:-

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2012/04/do-i-need-planning-permission
http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2012/04/certifying-my-building-or-renovation
http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2013/01/construction-contracts-why-are-they-needed
http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2011/10/attic-conversion-prices-dublin-ireland
http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2012/04/house-extension-prices-dublin-ireland/
http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2012/07/conservatory-prices-and-sunroom-prices/
http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2013/03/garage-conversions-things-to-remember-when-planning-to-convert-your-garage/

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The Ultimate Guide To Choosing Wood Flooring

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Oliver Dempsey

Hi folks,
from time to time we will bring you a guest post from a tradesman, trade professional or supplier to the home construction or home renovation market. Today’s guest post comes courtesy of Jonathan Sapir. Hope you find it useful.

Oliver Dempsey, Tradesmen.ie
16 April 2013
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The decision to fit wood flooring is a difficult one for many property owners who are unfamiliar with this flooring solution. Wood flooring contains various types of core construction, various grades of wood and various finish options.  It is easy and very natural to get overwhelmed with this information if you are unsure as to what each option stands for. At tradesmen.ie you can find rated tradesman to fit your new floor and Jonathan has put together this handy guide to choosing wood flooring:-

Wood Flooring Type

Your first and most important decision is choosing the core of the floorboard. While all wood flooring may look alike, if you look closely you will discover that one type contains complete wood construction, while the other contains wood and artificial materials together.  The two types cost about the same, care and maintenance is similar and most importantly, once fitted the two look identical. The difference becomes apparent in certain circumstances.

Solid Wood Flooring – These floorboards are made from 100% natural wood. The use of complete wood contributes to a lengthy service life and an option to sand and stain the floorboards when required. Sanding is a process that removes a 1mm layer of wood and exposes new wood in the process. It is a far cheaper way to make wood flooring look pristine as opposed to replacing the floorboards completely. However, not all is perfect with solid wood flooring. These floorboards are unsuitable to fit over under floor heating and in humid areas. Natural wood expands in the face of warm temperatures and contracts in the face of cold temperatures. Therefore solid wood flooring when fitted over under floor heating will over expands and damage in the process. Humidity, wet conditions and even damp conditions can damage natural wood whether it is used in flooring or in any other application.

Solid Wood Floorboard

Engineered Wood Flooring – These floorboards are made from layer upon layer of material glued together to create one plank of wood flooring. The top layer (which is the visible layer) is made from solid wood in thickness of 3mm to 6mm. It is supposed by up to seven layers of MDF, Plywood and Softwood. The result is a type of floorboard that incorporates natural wood and artificial materials. While service life is shorter compared to the solid alternative, it is possible to fit an engineered floorboard over under floor heating as well as in high humidity areas such as the kitchen, basement and bathroom areas. Bear in mind that while sanding an engineered floorboard is possible, you are limited by the number of times the process can be repeated. This limit will be based on the thickness of the top solid layer which can contain as little as 3mm solid wood or as much as 6mm solid wood. Remember, sanding removes 1mm layer in the process each and every time.

Engineered Wood Floorboard Wood Flooring Grade

By now you are aware that both solid and engineered wood flooring contain wood in different degree. The visual appearance of the floorboard depends on the grade of the wood. Grade is an indication of floorboard perfection in terms of Sapwood and Knots and does not equal quality or suitability in one area over the other. The higher grades are cut from the middle of the log which leads to less Sapwood and Knots, while the lower grades which are cut further away from the centre of the log will display Sapwood and Knots in various density. There are four common grades of wood.

Prime Grade – Prime grade wood is cut from the middle of the tree, which means that the floorboards will present no color variations and very few knots.

Prime Grade

Select Grade – Select grade wood is cut from the second ring from within the middle of the tree which means that the floorboards will present some colour variations between each other and some knots of up to 20mm in size should be expected.

Select Grade

Natural Grade – Natural grade or ABCD mill run grade will feature Sapwood and knots of up to 30mm in size.

Natural Grade

Rustic Grade – Also referred to as ‘country grade’, rustic is by far the grade with the most attitude, as you cannot mistake the floor for anything but real wood.  Floorboards will feature plenty of sapwood and knots of 35mm. Color variation between the floorboards will feature more prominently.

Rustic Grade

The importance of grade in your buying decision is merely a visual one. Each grade is available in solid and engineered floorboards.

Wood Flooring Finish

The last consideration revolves around the most suitable finish to cover the floorboard. Oil or Lacquered base coatings are applied onto the floorboards to provide basic protection and to enhance the colour of the wood. It is often a personal preference choice between a shiny or matt finish. However, in at least one case, the coating also serves a practical role.

Oil Finish – Oil is the successor of the Wax finish, which is hardly in use nowadays. In terms of look, Oil often has a low glare look which helps hide imperfections in the boards. It is very easy to maintain and durable as the Oil sinks into the wood.

Oil Finish

Lacquered Finish – Lacquered is more obvious on the floorboard because it remains on the surface (unlike Oil) and has a glossy reflection. It means that in areas where water may present a problem, lacquered is the perfect choice as it makes the hardwood almost waterproof. If you are determined to fit wood flooring in an area that may contain high humidity, the only correct option is to fit a lacquered finish floorboard of the engineered type.

Lacquered Finish

If you intend to fit wood flooring now or in the future use the above stages to evaluate your options. Leave us a comment if you have any questions.

Jonatahn SapirJonathan Sapir is managing director of wood flooring vendors Wood and Beyond. UK based ethical vendor of engineered and solid wooden flooring from Oak and Walnut.

Here are some other articles that you might be interested in below:-

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2012/05/flooring-price-survey-of-carpenters-dublin

http://blog.tradesmen.ie/2012/03/tiling-prices-and-tile-prices-in-dublin-ireland

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Result and Video of our April Draw 2013

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Oliver Dempsey

man celebrating winning competitionHi folks,

Each month we have a draw for cash prizes for everyone who posts a job on our site and provides feedback. So not only do you get up to 4 quotes Fast from Rated Tradesmen but you could also win a cash prize as well!

The draw for everyone who provided feedback in March was held on April 8th and the 1st prize of €100 cash went to Ramesh Chauhan, Firhouse , Dublin 24. The 2nd prize of €30 went to Frank Cahill, Celbridge, Co. Kildare.

Congratulations to you both and thanks to everyone who provided feedback on our site as it helps to improve the experience for everyone. You can see the video of the draw below:-

And don’t forget that everyone who posts a job and provides feedback will be entered in a draw at the end of each month to win a cash prize!

So what are you waiting for, get posting today!:)

Cheers
Oliver Dempsey
Tradesmen.ie
12th April 2013

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Video Testimonial – Orla Fahy

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Oliver Dempsey


Here is a video testimonial we recently received from Orla Fahy. Orla posted a job to have the windows cleaned on her house after having difficulty sourcing someone locally to do the work.

Thanks so much to Orla for taking the time to make this video and we are delighted that you were happy with our service!

Also, a big well done to Nicky Moran, the tradesman who did such a great job for Orla. Orla said that Nicky provided a “Very efficient and professional service” and that she would be using his services again. Orla also said that she would be using the tradesmen.ie again and would also recommend it to her friends.

Don’t forget that everyone who posts a job
and provides feedback will be entered in a draw
at the end of each month to win a cash prize!

So what are you waiting for?
Get posting your job today!:)

Cheers
Oliver Dempsey
Tradesmen.ie

P.S. If you have a positive story to tell about your experience with Tradesmen.ie please email us or send us a video testimonial if you have a webcam on your laptop or PC.

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