Thanks so much for the great explanation. I am a 76 ye old lady and even I, within a minute of you starting to lay the flooring down, said to myself, I wonder why he isn't using a layer of subflooring. So why can't folks just ask a nice question rather than saying you are wrong or being so rude about it. Ask nicely, and you are very good at nicely answering how things are done. I guess we just have to learn to completely ignore the ignorant, and rude folks. The world seems to be more full of them every day. I watch all your videos and enjoy you, your family and your banter with Louie.

@lcg5790

3 ай бұрын

Can you direct me to the "not nice" comments. I have just looked through loads of comments to see what you mean and most folks seem only to be exclaiming in surprise or explaining from their country's standards and materials, not demeaning. Please let me know thanks.

I have noticed more and more people posting nasty, mean comments - here on KZread and on Facebook - on every subject under the sun. I think the world, in general, is struggling with fear. There are no strong, decisive leaders at the moment, and people everywhere are nervous. Rising cost of living, loss of jobs, financial recession - people are afraid, and fear makes behaviour unpredictable. Nastiness is not aimed at you, Ed. it's just a knee-jerk reaction to fear and loss of confidence in the future.

@lauramclaine504

3 ай бұрын

You summed it up very good. I totally agree with you. The world is changing right now people don’t know what to do with their frustrations, and they take it out on innocent people. We as the society need to spread our love in our understanding and our empathy.

@mengaw-yong2490

3 ай бұрын

Its lack of accountability easy to criticise with no recourse sad social media world with its trolls and bullies

@F-J.

3 ай бұрын

Depression can make people nasty.

@JLR1957

3 ай бұрын

Taking responsibility for oneself and one's actions always helps!

@JLR1957

3 ай бұрын

The world is no more fearful now than it has been in the past; I don't need to list the events as there are too many. There's always a bit of upheaval during times of social change. People are nasty on social media because they can and they have anonymity. It's just a sign of who they are!

I thought you handled those flooring critics rather well, Edd! Bravo!

That is your favorite left-hand tool. I remember from the passion project. Edd has told everyone that he has been building and remodeling for years and has years of experience. He knows what he is doing. It is his project his home he paid for it, so he can do whatever the heck he wants to. If he makes a mistake, it is his mistake to make and his choice about doing something about it. We love watching you Edd, Louie, Anna and your babies.

Personally I don't think that there is anything nicer than wooden floors. The floor you're laying is transforming the place already, it looks stunning. I have a holiday house built around 1890 with an old wide plank floor, as old and uneven as it's become, I would never replace it. It has been looked after and still attracts everyone's attention when they see it.👍

@Blackinterceptor999

3 ай бұрын

The floors are fine! They will last a hundred years if not more... Especially with modern epoxy treatments, he could lay down a clear epoxy resin for wood floors and the resin would last decades only needing to be polished once in a while, it might even be hundreds of years before the wood itself would ever need refinished and probably hundreds more till it needs replaced!

@6109river

3 ай бұрын

@@Blackinterceptor999 unfortunately I won’t be around to see it😀

I'm very surprised at how angry and insulting people can get just because of the way you are doing things. I feel if people can't be encouraging or helpful they should say nothing at all. I think you guys are doing some really great work, so keep it up and damn the begrudgers 😊

@irenesmolonogov3034

3 ай бұрын

My mum used to say if u haven't got anything nice to say then don't say anything at all

@Mark-F-Hopper

3 ай бұрын

Once upon a time, trolls and rude, nasty people were vastly in the minority and were easily ignored or corrected by the majority. These days we have political leaders, social media proprietors and influencers whose reason for being is to belittle, condemn and spread discord and hatred. It’s an unfortunate sign of the times and has little to do with economics - but more to do with power and lack of courtesy.

@kimzwicker562

3 ай бұрын

Ed you are going to have to wear a longer shirt, love what your doing to the old place.

As an American with NO/ZERO/NADA experience in contruction, I EVEN KNEW that because of the thickness of such high quality flooring it does NOT NEED OSB. I learned this by listening and watching my FATHER who did some contruction in his life. He taught me this. I am 60 yrs old. So, I 100% agree with your choice and expertise. Anyway, BRILLIANT channel, I have just started binge watching it yesterday and I am LOVING it and I am LOVING the work ethic and quality and attention to detail. Looking forward to watching more. :)

There is nothing like a real wooden floor. It looks fabulous Edd. Well done!!

One if the reasons I watch these and similar blogs is actually to see the different ways you do things vs. here in the US. Different does not equal wrong!

I wondered about the subfloor and am glad you explained the application. In the US, engineered wood floors are often floating, and thickness is less than 2 cm, so a subfloor is required. I think your floor looks great and you've saved the expense of all that OSB.

@helengesell2668

3 ай бұрын

I was wondering, but others had explained, so has Edd, and I trust that Edd knows what he's doing!!!

Well said Ed. Too many armchair experts. We live in a 200+ year old house and where some original floorboards were damaged beyond repair, just as you are doing we laid thick engineered boards straight onto the joists. Maybe people are thinking you’re using cheap DIY store laminate or thin parquet, but as you explained you are not. We were told exactly the same by the mill making them in the U.K., i.e. using those engineered boards we did not need to lay a subfloor. The floor is walked over every day and has heavy use and after 23 years it looks wonderful still. Keep up the good work and sorry about your back. Take care.

Louis has the perfect sense of humor to play to Edd. You just got to love him as that kind of disposition keeps the work atmosphere light and enjoyable and removes stress and unnecessary tension. They make a fantastic team. I think everyone, including Edd and Anna, will miss Louis when he goes off on his next career advancement. You guys know what you are doing, the armchair ‘experts’ are learning new stuff showing gaps in their expertise.

I’m not a builder and I think the floor is beautiful! A few bad comments from the states does not mean we all are like this. Just started watching and I’m impressed by your work and these fabulous old buildings.

I’m constantly shocked about the amount of hatred from some people for the silliest reasons. Please ignore them Edd they don’t know you & they obviously don’t listen to what you say & your experience with building. Last week when I commented on your channel I was basically called an idiot etc because I put “then” instead of “than”. When ever I type a comment I re read over & over before posting just to make sure it makes sense, but last week I obviously didn’t pick it up because it made sense to me, but I had three comments from the same person basically being rude over a word. 🤷‍♀️ I just don’t understand why people become so angry/hateful online, because I guarantee they wouldn’t say it to your face. The flooring looks gorgeous in my opinion, I have no doubt the house will be a show stopper. Sending ❤ from the UK.

‘Ed knows best’ I want that on a T-Shirt ☝️😊🛠

@BordeauxLife

3 ай бұрын

I’d get lynched if I made a tee shirt like that - already people think I’m over confident / cocky

@victoria2944

3 ай бұрын

@@BordeauxLifeWell like you said they are free to turn off! “Ed knows best!”

@daisylovelock9553

3 ай бұрын

​@@BordeauxLife😂😂😂

@margielynch7196

3 ай бұрын

@@BordeauxLifeI .would wear that T- shirt. My Dad was Ed, and that phase is absolutely 💯 true 😂😂😂❤❤❤

Ed, in NZ we have been laying our equivalent “tongue and groove” flooring for decades directly onto the joists which like yours are not widely spaced. I lived in a hundred year old house, lifted the carpet and sanded the flooring and it was as good as the day it was put down. More recently people have been putting down much thinner (cheaper) timbers over particle board (as we call it here) only because it needs the strength. Cheers Chris.

@moniqueverwey5566

3 ай бұрын

Agreed. I live in a nearly 100 year old cottage with original kauri floor boards throughout straight onto joists. Not a squeaky board in the house :)

@MelMel-yc4ch

3 ай бұрын

Same in Australia. We have lived in three hundred year old houses and none of them have a sub floor.

@Chris-NZ

3 ай бұрын

@@MelMel-yc4ch impressive , pre European 😀

More experts!! I came across a saying recently which goes something like this. "If they're not going to be wearing your shoes, don't let them tell you how to tie your shoelaces." You must be pleased to see the floor going down, it's changing the look of the room already and will be easier for you to work without balancing on the joists. Ed and Louis, you have done a great job.

@cheriesharp234

3 ай бұрын

Everything you do Ed always looks good and professional. The world is full of (no, it alls and do bugger alls) you are a get up and get on with business. You're doing a great job, Ed, and even though you're not one of my sons who are also great roll models. I'm still very proud of you. X

I trusted your method from the beginning, Edd! With your experience, I figured you knew what you’re doing. So glad you took the time to gather the info right from the manufacturer and were able set the nay sayers straight! Well done! AND … you also were able to relieve Louie of a fidgety task! ❤❤

J'ai vécu près de Bordeaux, en Dordogne, dans une vieille vieille maison paysanne, construite sur une cave creusée dans le rocher pour récupérer les pierres avaient servi à monter les murs. La pièce du haut était séparée de la cave par un parquet de lames de chataignier posées à même les solives et qui tenait comme ça depuis 200 ans. Sounds natural to me !

Thank you Edd for explaining the thickness of the flooring and why not to lay under flooring. There are different products and their instructions plus always there is a different way of doing something. The flooring looks real good! Cannot wait to see it all in!

Thanks for the explanation on the absence of OSB. It needed to be said. You are right in saying that in America the thickness of wood florrs may not be as substantial as the 23mm stock you are putting down. In the last decade or so, manufactured floors have become ubiquitous, but before that, the "big" stuff we old-timers used was 3/4 inches thick. So yours is thicker, and sure to be fine as long as those joints continue being staggered well!

@Janis_Soonberg

3 ай бұрын

OSB (or alternatives) is a must, on one side it evens the beam level (mm) differences but also spreads the loads on the floor surface. The sound proof additionaly. It is strange to argue about the certain things. Anyhow wish a good luck guys!

@IDK_Mr.M

3 ай бұрын

My house built 80 years ago in America has a 2x6 tongue in groove floors, no ply or osb.

@lcg5790

3 ай бұрын

@@IDK_Mr.Mthe boards in Canada were long and thick. Loved in a nearly 200 year old house too. Not parquet.

@columroche435

3 ай бұрын

@@Janis_Soonberg another individual with no idea how floors have been laid for hundreds of years!

@leehotspur9679

3 ай бұрын

Only to support cheap thinner mass produced sawdust and veneer products @@Janis_Soonberg

Thanks for clarifying the subfloor issue. I did notice the thickness of wood, and it certainly makes sense that it is very strong. I love to watch restorations and have noticed many differences from one country to another. I recently learned it is common to install custom premade stairways in the UK. I had never seen or heard of that before. Also, I noticed it is quite common to use premade shower pans and bathtubs and walls. In the 🇺🇸, premade is considered low quality. I have learned a great deal about the use of a variety materials and methods by watching construction videos around the world. Thanks for your channel-it is well done.

You're right, Edd. I think the confusion may stem from building codes (at least in the states) that require joists installed 16" on center or about 40cm. Your joists appear to be much closer. Also, when the floor boards are that thick they are considered structural and not just decorative. Nice job, it's looking great.

I would never presume to question your methods, you have vast more experience than I. I certainly enjoy watching your videos!😊

Ed, you may want to have Louie show you where he buys belts...you are cracking us up.

@BordeauxLife

3 ай бұрын

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@flyingeaglewoman8682

3 ай бұрын

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When I saw you lay the flooring without subfloor I knew you would get crap from some commenters. 😂

I'm not a builder nor do I have anything to do with building trades (eg. flooring contractor or installer). BUT as soon as I saw how thick the flooring was on the previous video, I understood immediately why no OSB was needed. Those who said it was wrong not to install OSB are used to the much cheaper, thinner wood often being used today...not to mention things like thin vinyl plank. On those ya gotta have OSB underlay. So two thumbs up to Edd! You truly know what you're doing! 🥰👍👍 Readers/viewers: If you've ever seen or lived in an old house in the US built long ago (I grew up in a circa 1914 home) they didn't need a subfloor...the flooring was thick enough on its own.

Edd, I see what you mean about the thickness of the parquet and the joists and what you say makes perfect sense to me. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to more videos. Blessings to you, Anna, the kids and, of course, Louie🥰🙏👌

I’m so sorry people have been rude. Love your bantering with your staff. Your videos makes one forget the other issues in life and just enjoying a project and wonderful people. It’s crazy how many people give you a hard time.

I love the teamwork between yourself and Louis. I get sad that viewers have to be so critical. I know very little about construction and renovating but i do enjoy watching. Thanks . Xx❤

EDD, your very sweet & thank you for taking the time to explain the lack of OSB as in the US it’s a requirement, for those negative Nancy’s. Love the DYI content, dear Ana and the sweet children, oh, let’s not forget Louie he’s a great help, too. Looking forward to following along with the progress. Well Done!✨🙏🏼♥️

My 1907 house in Canada has oak flooring laid this way, as did my 1867 former house. Newer houses have subfloor, but the surface flooring is often so inferior to the old stuff.

I smiled when I watched this .. I also put my own wood floor in . Used the old style of it ... local made, you order the species. then select the width .. he starts at 4" and goes up to 10"... it isn't made till you order it .. I have rustic white oak. defects left in .. (knots, bug holes, etc) I love it!..old homes like mine came with wide plank floors btw my flooring came 1" (about 25 mm thick)

Very interesting to learn the how's and why's of installing the flooring. Thanks for sharing! I am always surprised at how easily people criticize someone else rather than ask for clarification so they can understand why someone is doing what they are doing and why. I also agree with you in saying it is ok to agree to disagree sometimes. Enjoyed the video and look forward to the next one!

I only subscribed to you a week ago, but I love your videos. I have been watching Billy on the Pethericks for over a year, and I've noticed how, on his channel, people have posted meaner comments recently. It has been a problem across KZread. I am so sorry this happened to you. It is not fair, you are a really nice guy and I love watching the transformation in each video.

You are RIGHT!! I am a Wood/ Timber Machinist by Trade. I used to Manufacture Floor boards, amongst other things. 23mm is perfect for what you are doing. 10mm-12mm you would need OSB as you call it. Keep going. Well done. Shut the couch critics up.

👉 WOW !!! The Edd & Louie FLOOR WHISPERERS ASSEMBLY LINE !!!!! 👌❣️😁

Thank you for talking with the manufacturer, good to know info like that. Floor is looking good!

As a retiree from contracting, this was occasionally done in the States. Then, as dimensional lumber went through quality and other changes, different types of underlayment were introduced. Loved your response to the armchairs.

My 100 year old house here in the States has a floor built that way with really thick heart pine floor boards. Works great, no squeaks.

Yay you stand up for yourself Ed. That floor looks so well made.

Allez-y Edd et Louis, deux compagnons "tricotée serrée"! Que c'est beau! Oh, on peut voir la raie du plombier! Merci de partager les travaux et les gestes de votre grand projet! Merci.😊🤩😇

Nothing better than watching a couple of cuties install a beautiful wooden floor🥰

I've watched your channel for a long time now. Your work on all of your projects has always been top notch and done safely and beautifully. I'm nowhere near to either being a builder or telling you how to do anything! Since this is your property and you are going to be living there or have whomever buys the projects as neighbors, I'm confident that you are doing things the way they should be done! Keep on doing things your way and we will keep on watching!

Edd I am an elderly woman and I understood what you were doing the first time it made sence to me looking good.😊

You go Edd! 😊 Looks good to me, but I’m not in construction. I must say the parquet that you are putting down is quite thick.👍🏾 We’re not in the US. Edd is in France and they always do things different country the country. I find it very interesting.❤ thank you, Edd.

The floor looks amazing. The place is transforming into a great space. Well done

Ignore the knockers , it’s 4 edge T&G parquet doesn’t need a sub floor and the nail gun you have is tried and tested for that purpose and that purpose only , I laid my oak the exact same way direct to joists only difference was I used insulation below 👍

People don't know the difference between THIS parquet and 'flooring' which is commonly at best just a sliver of real wood, type oak, glued onto a cheaper wood or MDF and is about 12 mm thick so yes laying it in OSB is probably the way to go.

Never doubted you for a second, been following you for ages, in awe of your workmanship

I luv what others have said already! The negative comments don't have a place here. Ed knows what he is doing & has proven it in his other building projects. How to build codes change from country to country. Keep doing what your doing Ed! Your faithful followers enjoy your vlogs & just want you to be safe on site. Hello 👋🏻 from Southern California 🌴

Being an American and having lived in Europe and Asia for awhile, the one thing I can guarantee is that there are new products coming out all the time. Sometimes the European brands are better, sometiimes the American brands are better, and sometimes the Asian brands are better. The best builds are ones that utilize the products at hand to fit lifestyles, climates, particular needs, and meet the budget. I love watching this channel to see what is available in France to do this build. If all people do is critize, then they are not learning new and innovative ways to expand their building skills. Too bad for them. Thanks for the explanation on the parquet. I am sure it will be beautiful.

As A historian in the United States we did not put underlayment like plywood because they weren’t invented yet under our parquet floors they were directly on the floor Joyce just like you’re doing. If most people would go into the basement of their older homes they would see the wood is directly on the floor joists. I never thought you were doing anything wrong as that is the way it was historically done.❤

I too wondered why you didn't install what we refer to as a 'subfloor' underneath the parquet, but I had the common sense to completely trust every single thing that you've been doing in your builds. I also remember when you asked people to please stop with their criticisms of your building skills and techniques in the comments as well, but I'm hardly surprised that people continue to do that. Good luck with your back too, Ed. Mine locked up again yesterday, out of the blue, so I feel your pain. Cheers! 😁

The house that I grew up in here in the US was built in 1880, and the floor-boards were nailed right to the wooden joists. The floors survived 143 years and no bouncing. However, today there are a variety of selections to be made when installing a new floor. One common would be "builders’ grade" that has thin wooden slat boards that require a subfloor, etc. However, when we built our new house 12 years ago, we decided to use wide planks since our house is a five-part Georgian with large rooms. The cost was higher, but we wanted that 18th century look. So here in the US a homeowner has decisions to make: be cost effective or stick to quality traditional building techniques. I have friends in UK who also admit that they have thin boards that required a subfloor since they went in that direction. From what I can see, Edd knows exactly what he's doing and is a fine example to follow. I’m especially impressed with his top-notch stonework. WOW!

Hi Edd, just FYI (and others on here) 23mm parquet board is 0.905511811 inch (working the other way a 1 inch thick board would be 25.4mm) so plenty enough to provide structural integrity to the floor being laid without OSB/subfloor. It is also less susceptible to damp affecting its material integrity as it is milled from solid wood rather than being a glued/laminated material.

It looks beautiful Edd, I had no question that you knew what you were doing. The space is already looking brighter. It's going to be a gorgeous house. Thanks for sharing the update and I hope your back feels better!

I read a lot of the comments and it sounded like people were genuinely worried. Not all nasty. I personally had the plywood laid on my floor and the oak floor laid on top and it is just as thick as yours. I didn't know it could be done this way. Crack on!

@ginanoble7203

3 ай бұрын

My sentiments bishop!

Hiya. Don't get stressed about what people are saying to you. They aren't paying for your flooring and using their time to help you. You know what you're doing and its your house after all. You do what you want. Have a lovely day 😘 love you ❤

Your totally correct Ed! These US people have no clue. Your laying a very thick board that’s interlocked. Most are laying something half that depth if not less. Again they comment on how it’s not to regs in the US. Each State in the US has different regs let alone them commenting on a different country😂. They need to get a grip and think about what they are saying. It’s annoying reading when I read others comments.

I had a hospital appointment a couple of years ago in an old part of the hospital I didn't know existed. It was a beautiful part of the hospital and the herringbone pattern of the parquet floor was to absolutely die for. It was so lovely, I instantly wanted my home done in it.

Thanks for explaining why no subfloor - it makes sense.

Hi Anna & Ed, I have learned something today. Thank you for explaining the parquet question. It makes perfect sense to me. I'm learning many of the differences between construction in the US and France. Mark & Scott

Keep up the good work guys you’re doing an amazing job! ❤❤❤

Good you explained the parameters of installation Ed, thx👍🏽

Hi from Jax., FL Well done Edd. You’re a class act. Keep up the good work.

I don't know what the "missing subfloor" critics are talking about. I've laid thousands of square foot of hard wood floors over the past almost 50 years. Demoed almost as much. If anything, I'd say you totally overbuilt the floor. Bravo Edd!

@BordeauxLife

3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Gary 🥰

I’m here to say Edd & Louie were walking on those joists like there was already a floor there, like a boss. Just to add, we had an old elevated timber home with original timber floorboards, they were nailed straight onto floor joists, normal here due to our sweltering summers, let’s air circulate. Looking forward to your progress, it’s going to be fabulous.

Edd I thought halfway through the video your back must be burning I felt it for you, hope it’s ok now, hello to Luigi 😀

Your floor joists have a very close proximity to each other….i noticed the other day the marvellous thickness of your flooring , nice locking units between each board…I had wished that our similar flooring was as thick…in Canada…wonderful solid floor….floor joist are amazing size too

Thanks for explaining this, Ed. Makes total sense.👍🏻🇨🇦🐉👩🏼‍⚖️

At first I was expecting some sort of underfloor, but then I noticed the thickness of the boards and realised its floorboards,not decorative parquet ( or laminate ) and also the tongue and groove connection is sturdy enough to make an integral floor. As you say ‘ it’s ok to disagree’ but it’s never ok to be rude or aggressive. The more I watch the more I appreciate your work ethic!

I did question it too, but I know Ed is a very intelligent man, and I trusted that he knew what he was doing.

Come to think of it, I used to live in Massachusetts in a 200+ year old house and I recall being in the basement and could see that the floor boards were on the beams with no underflooring. But they were longer pieces of wood. Currently, as you may know, floors are often laid "floating" with a layer of foam under them so they aren't nailed to the underflooring, so underflooring is required.

I watch these shows because I'm fascinated by different building methods across the world.

Oh my UR FLOORING LOOKS VERY NICE EDD 🎉LOVELY!!🎉 i thought when i saw the toungue and grove boards they looked pretty thick so i thought ..no one is going to fall thru!! EDD KNOWS SAFETY!!🎉 WELL ED. IT LOOKS AWESOME. 🎉❤

I think you handled that perfectly, if people ask politely about something because it is different to what they are used to then it is nice to get a reply but if people are rude and basically saying my way or your wrong then they dont deserve a reply so well done for the way you phrased it and explained to the polite watchers

No complaints from me! Flooring looks awesome (so far)

The fun of watching also includes the fun of learning NEW ways of doing things. So……..inspiration, education, and entertainment! Lots to enjoy! Thanks Bordeaux Life ❤️

The mix of english and french is amazing :D Ed gets the sense of french humour!

Last giggle goes to lovable Louie for the cutest curtsey 🤣❤️ To The Magnificent Mr Edd and The missing from the vlog but not from the ❤ Lovely sister of my soul Angelic Anna I am thankful y'all have each other LOVE YOU hugggggggs!! 😁🥰

I think you have built enough to know what you are doing. The passion project is just beautiful. 😀

Hi Edd, a saying that has been passed down in my family: "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all"! Thank you for your interesting and educational vlogs/videos of Bordeaux Life!!!

Makes sense what you are doing. I also thought there should be subflooring for extra strength, but I'm not a builder. I learn so much from watching your videos. Thanks for sharing your your experience and wealth of information.

This is the 1st time I've seen this done with no subfloor. Interesting. Without a subfloor, won't the flooring start to bow and creek. Thank you for your explanation. It makes more since now. I like this style of application.

@skdoremi6666

3 ай бұрын

The parquet itself has a layer ,basically new engineering.

25.4 mm = 1 inch So your parquet is almost 1 inch thick, solid wood. Superb! Don't let the naysayers get you down. Thanks for addressing the issue and teaching us something in a professional way.

In the states in general we are not using high quality boards like you are laying down for flooring. So interesting - I grew up in a farmhouse built in the early 1900’s we had wide board floors, no subfloor. I think it’s just a method that we’ve gotten away from in order to crank out cheaper homes faster.

Well Said Ed, I am a building contractor many years, just what I noted in my last comment on your vlog. I have done this exact installation technique of flooring over joists w/ no sub flooring. That installtion was called out by the Achitect on a home for a leading aircraft engineer. Your installation as you note is common for the materials you used. Good work on a great project! Best, Brian

Ed and louie the best laying men in France!!!

Don't worry about what people think. You do a great job. Keep doing like you want. Love watching your show

You are doing a fabulous job. I think people are so used to seeing the thin cheaper flooring going down they are now armchair experts. You are using stronger and thicker floor boards - not laminate type stuff, and it looks fantastic. In Australia the floating floors (laminate)have under boards and full wooden floor boards are rarely used now. Once before concrete floors all floors were hardwood boards nailed as you are doing. Also in some countries the word parquet refers to a different type of floor altogether. You are laying good quality wooden floor boards in a manner they are supposed to be. The thickness says it all. Onwards and upwards and naysayers can go to do things I can’t say here! Keep up the fabulous work from hot 🔥 (heatwave here) Mandurah Western Australia 🇦🇺 ❤

As you explained about the nails I knew it wasn’t necessary to use USB. The nails would work much better going directly into the beams because it has more to bite into. If you put down USB you can’t see the beams and your end up putting nails only in the USB and the nail will go through it with not much for the nail barbs to bite into. It made total sense. I knew you knew what you were doing. But it was awesome of you to double check and explain. I don’t see why people have to be so rude telling you that you’re doing it wrong. When I mentioned it I asked very nicely 😊. Keep up the amazing work Ed. I’m learning as you go along. Just in case I ever buy a place in France I’ll know how things should be done.

Great work, I can't wait to see the finished product. That floor is going to be beautiful.

thank you so much for posting so many posts that are interesting, well done and informative. you often brightin my gloomy day

I am no builder of these things but I am an engineer. The paquet is an inch thich, it is built small with better would so it will not bend or warp. The board below can warp in humid conditions and can cause the paquets to lift up or sag. You are doing it right.

I hope I wasn’t rude. I was just interested in why you put the flooring down as you did. I understand now. Great job. Looks wonderful!

@BordeauxLife

3 ай бұрын

Im sure you didn’t say I was doing a bad job so that’s fine!! People were even harsher than that!!!

Thank you for taking the time to explain your method for laying floor

The new wood floor against the old stone is a lovely juxtaposition of building materials. And kudos to you for the explanation near the end of the vlog.

I’m 100% sure you know what you’re doing Ed. The build is looking good. Am glad Emma is feeling better ❤