Okay, here’s my blog post about installing batten, dancing engineer board, and wooden flooring:

So, I wanted to redo the flooring in my spare room. It’s going to be a multi-purpose space – a bit of a home office, a place to chill, and maybe even bust out some dance moves when the mood strikes. That’s why I decided to go all out and get this “dancing engineer board” stuff. It’s supposed to be super durable and have a nice, smooth finish. Sounded perfect!

Getting Started

First things first, I had to get the old flooring up. This was a nasty old carpet, the kind that collects dust and who-knows-what-else. I ripped that thing out, and boy, was it satisfying! Underneath, it was just bare concrete.

Then came the battens. Now, I’m no carpenter, but I figured this couldn’t be too hard. I measured the room, cut the wooden battens to size (with a handsaw – felt pretty manly doing that!), and laid them out across the floor. The idea is to create a level, stable base for the flooring, and it also gives you some space for air circulation underneath,which is good for preventing moisture issues.

I spaced the battens out evenly, I think I did about 16 inches between them. Then used about a million screws to fix them down to the concrete. I borrowed a heavy-duty drill from my neighbor, which made the job a lot easier.

The “Dancing” Part

Next up, the engineer board. This stuff is basically like thick plywood, but with a nicer top layer. It’s designed to be really stable and resist warping, which is important if you’re, you know, planning on dancing on it. I laid the boards out, staggering the joints like you’re supposed to (apparently, it makes it stronger). Then, I went to screw them to the battens.

I used a ton of screws. Like, seriously, a TON. My wrist was starting to ache, but I powered through. You don’t want any squeaks or movement in your dance floor, right?

Finishing Touches

Finally, I installed the actual wooden flooring on top. I chose a nice, light-colored oak. I glued each piece down to the engineer board, making sure to press them down firmly to get a good bond. It was kind of like doing a giant jigsaw puzzle, except with wood and glue. And sweat. Lots of sweat.

After the glue dried, it was time for the final touches. I sanded down any rough edges and then applied a few coats of varnish to protect the wood and give it a nice * now I have a room that’s ready for anything – work, relaxation, or even an impromptu dance party!

It was definitely a lot of work, but totally worth it. I’m pretty proud of how it turned out, especially since I’m not exactly a DIY expert. If I can do it, anyone can!