Okay, here’s my blog post about installing batten volleyball parquet wooden flooring, written in the style you requested:

Alright, so I decided to tackle this project – putting in some batten volleyball parquet wooden flooring. I’ve always liked the look of parquet, and I figured, how hard could it be? (Spoiler alert: It was a bit more involved than I initially thought, but still totally doable!).

Getting Started

First things first, I cleared out the room completely. This is crucial, folks. You need a blank canvas. Then, I made absolutely sure the subfloor was super clean and level. I swept it like a madman, and I even used a level to check for any dips or bumps. Found a few, so I used some leveling compound to smooth things out. Gotta have a perfect base, or your floor will be all wonky.

The Battens

Next up, the battens. I picked up some standard wooden battens from the local home improvement store. The key here is to lay them out in the right pattern. I wanted a simple, classic grid, so I measured and marked the floor carefully. Then I got to work, attaching the battens to the subfloor using construction adhesive and screws. This part took some time, making sure everything was straight and evenly spaced. Lots of kneeling and bending, let me tell you!

Laying the Parquet

Now for the fun part (well, kinda fun, kinda tedious) – laying the actual parquet blocks. I started in one corner, applying adhesive to the back of each block and carefully placing it onto the batten grid. The blocks I chose had this tongue-and-groove thing going on, so they clicked together nicely. It was like a giant jigsaw puzzle! I used a rubber mallet to tap them gently into place, making sure everything was snug and tight.

I did one small section that was about 3 feet by 2 feet, and test it, and then I put the Volleyball on it and step on it to simulate a person, to check the structure. make sure every part of the section is good!

The Process is important

• Cutting: When I got to the edges of the room, I had to cut some of the blocks to fit. I used a jigsaw for this, and man, you gotta be careful. Measure twice, cut once, as they say!
• Patience: This whole process takes patience. It’s not something you can rush. I worked in small sections, taking breaks when I needed them. My back was definitely feeling it by the end of each day!

Finishing Up

Once all the parquet was down, I let the adhesive dry completely – usually takes about 24 hours. Then, it was time for sanding. I rented a big floor sander from the home improvement store. This thing was a beast! It kicked up a lot of dust, so I wore a mask and made sure the room was well-ventilated. I started with a coarser grit sandpaper and then gradually moved to finer grits to get a really smooth finish.

Finally, I applied a few coats of polyurethane sealant. This protects the wood and gives it a nice, glossy sheen. I let each coat dry completely before applying the next. And that was it! My new parquet floor was done.

It was definitely a challenging project, but seeing the finished result made it all worthwhile. It totally transformed the room! My lower back might be killing me, but I’m pretty proud of myself for pulling this off.