Alright, guys, let’s talk about this flooring project I tackled. The mission? Install some batten basketball parquet wooden flooring. Sounds fancy, huh? It’s basically putting together a wooden floor that’s got that cool, classic basketball court look, but with some extra support underneath.

Getting Started

First things first, I cleared out the room. Everything had to go. Furniture, rugs, even the little dust bunnies hiding in the corners. I wanted a totally blank canvas to work with.

Next up, I inspected the subfloor. This is super important. You want to make sure it’s level, clean, and dry. Any bumps or dips could mess up the final product. I found a few uneven spots and used some self-leveling compound to smooth things out. Took a bit of time, but it’s worth it in the long run.

Laying the Foundation

Then came the battens. These are basically wooden strips that I installed on top of the subfloor. They create a framework and provide support for the parquet flooring. I spaced them out evenly, making sure they were all nice and level. I use a level to keep them level.

I secured the battens to the subfloor with screws. Important step! You don’t want these things moving around later. I made sure to use screws that were the right length – not too short, not too long.

Putting Down the Parquet

With the batten framework in place, it was time for the fun part: laying down the parquet! I started in one corner of the room and worked my way across, carefully placing each piece of parquet onto the battens.

I used a mallet and a tapping block to gently nudge the pieces together. You want a snug fit, but you don’t want to damage the wood. It’s like putting together a giant puzzle, really.

Here are some tips during I installed the parquet:

• Keep checking: Keep an eye on the overall pattern and make sure everything is lining up correctly.
• Take Measure: If I encountered any pipes or obstacles, Measure and cut the parquet pieces to fit around them.
• Patience: Just do it slowly, piece by piece.

Finishing Touches

Once all the parquet was down, I installed some baseboards around the edges of the room. This gives it a nice, finished look and hides any gaps between the flooring and the walls.

Finally, I gave the whole floor a good cleaning. There was a bit of sawdust and debris from all the cutting and hammering, so I wanted to make sure it was spotless.

And that’s it! The batten basketball parquet wooden flooring was installed. It took some time and effort, but the result was totally worth it. It looks amazing, and it’s super sturdy thanks to the batten support. If you’re thinking about tackling a similar project, go for it! Just remember to take your time, be patient, and double-check your work along the way.