Instructions in the field of home improvement on the subject of flooring

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How do I lay PVC?

For example, if you renovate your apartment today, you will sooner or later also end up with the floor coverings. Then the question arises of ...

Instructions - plastering the tiles

Perhaps you are one of those who are not exactly fans of tiled surfaces. The question then arises whether it ...

Mending the screed - instructions

In most apartments and houses, the floor is made of screed. Of course, for a variety of reasons, it can ...

Painting floorboards - this is how you do it right

The painting of planks not only has the task of maintaining them, but also has the effect that the grain of the wood ...

Sending a carpet - that's how it's done

Maybe you sold a rug on eBay and now you need to ship it? Easier said than done. With these instructions ...

Oil parquet - this is how it works

An oiled parquet floor ensures a good room climate and protects your wood from damage. Modern oils contain little ...

Laying ship parquet correctly

Solid ship parquet is extremely durable, it can be sanded down as often as you like and then always looks like new. Ship parquet ...

Painting screed - instructions for do-it-yourselfers

Every DIY enthusiast has painted walls and ceilings at some point. But whether you can paint a floor just as easily, you have ...

Laying concrete slabs - instructions

You only need a set of instructions for laying concrete slabs. Then it is relatively easy and can be done by almost anyone. It ...

Clean bamboo parquet - this is how it works

Your bamboo parquet is always a bit dull after cleaning and no longer looks so new? It already shows a few signs of wear? That …

Sealing tiles - this is how it's done

Tiles require special care. Especially when it comes to expensive goods, people want to enjoy them for a long time. …

Laying vinyl flooring - this is how it works

For reasons of hygiene, many want to cover their kitchen or bathroom with a vinyl floor. A vinyl floor is also widely used as a PVC floor ...

Laying click parquet yourself - this is how you do it right

Click parquet is growing in popularity. It does not have to be glued, is easy to lay and is back when necessary ...

Painting the concrete floor - this is how it works

You always have to paint concrete floors in basements or garages with an appropriate cement color. In garages and carports is ...

Laying laminate on carpet - this is how it works

Laminate is in vogue. For decades, parquet and laminate floors have lain in a deep slumber. Thanks to better materials and the ...

Use floor leveling compound - this is how your subfloor will be level

If flooring is to be laid, it is imperative that the floor is in optimal condition. This also means that he ...

Leveling the ground - this is how it's done

Users of old buildings in particular know the problem: Many floors are still laid with wooden planks and are anything but flat. Here …

Laying laminate in the kitchen - what you should pay attention to

Laminate is enjoying increasing popularity, not only in living rooms or bedrooms, but also in the kitchen. So that you long ...

Renovating the bathroom - instructions for tiling

Do you want to renovate and re-tile your bathroom, but shy away from doing so? Don't worry, it's easier than you imagine. …

Floor heating - simply install it yourself

Floor heating always promises warm feet with lower heating costs and is therefore very popular. When a renovation is due ...

Laying a stone carpet - instructions

A stone carpet is an attractive, seamless floor covering. The stone carpet can be used both indoors and outdoors ...

Laying end-grain parquet - this is how it's done

In the new apartment, practical thinking is usually also used and many therefore intend to lay so-called end-grain parquet. …

Processing self-leveling screed - this is how it works

A clean, smooth floor belongs to every house and apartment. Especially when older houses are bought, it happens that the ...

Retrofitting underfloor heating - this is how it works

Under certain conditions, you can also retrofit underfloor heating. It's definitely worth it, because the investment is ...

Sanding off finished parquet - this is how it works

Prefabricated parquet can be sanded down just like solid wood parquet or other parquet. It's easier than you think.

Lay the cork laminate yourself - this is how it works

The easy-care laminate floor is a good alternative to carpeting, especially for those who are allergic to house dust. Who the warm, ...

Create a tile laying plan - this is how it works

Without a tile laying plan, it is not possible to lay wall or floor tiles correctly. If your rooms are tiled ...

Laminate on tiles - how to lay it correctly

Laminates as floor coverings are modern and popular and many ask themselves whether laminate can also simply be placed on a tiled floor ...

Lay the fitted carpet yourself

When the working day is over, the evening can be enjoyed. Many people prefer to do this within their own four walls. …

Painting the garage floor - that's how it works

A garage floor places high demands on the color because it is used almost every day. In addition, the floor should have a pleasant ...

Cover tiles with foil - this is how it works

With tile films you can set visual accents in the bathroom or kitchen or even entire tile areas in a new color design ...

Laying carpet tiles - this is how it's done

Carpet panels are much easier to lay than a complete carpet. However, they should be glued so that ...

Laying laminate in the bathroom - this is how it works

If you want to lay laminate in the bathroom, you should consider a few aspects so that you can fully and completely ...

Laying PVC in the bathroom - you should pay attention to this

In the bathroom in particular, there should be a floor covering that is absolutely waterproof and easy to care for. Who does not already have a tiled bathroom ...

Basement stairs - laying tiles

A basement staircase looks much nicer when tiles have been laid on it. But be careful when laying tiles ...

Replace the tile without damaging it - this is how it works

It happens quickly, a bottle or other container slips out of your hand and hits the tiles on the floor. Then …

Design your own garage flooring

The garage flooring should be practical, as bad weather conditions often lead to soiling. But it has to ...

Painting floor tiles - you need to pay attention to this

Do you still have Grandma's old orange and olive green tiles in the bathroom? Or do you just like the tiles that you ...

Laying linoleum - save costs at the same time

Just in time for spring, not only will nature and plants become active again, but people will also soak up the sun and become ...

Laying carpet on carpet - this is how it works

Laying a new carpet on top of an old one is basically possible. However, several problems can arise here ...

PVC flooring for the garage - this is how you lay it yourself

If you want to lay a floor in the garage, there is a PVC floor covering that is ideally suited for this and very easy to lay ...

Uneven ground - level it yourself

An uneven floor can be leveled. This balancing is especially necessary when a covering z. B. Wood, …

Carry out marble repairs yourself

Marble is a high-quality stone material, the extraction of which is still extremely complex. This is also the reason why ...

Parquet - calculate the right price for laying

Tradesmen's bills can in some cases reach unimaginable amounts. So it makes sense to calculate the prices in advance ...

Laying laminate - calculate prices correctly

No matter whether you are renovating or building a house or want to design an apartment: What is important are the costs that you will incur ...

Calculate floating screed prices correctly

The prices for the flowing screed are made up of the price for the flowing screed itself, the costs for the required material and ...

Lay tile pattern

When it comes to the living environment, many people opt for tiles, especially when it comes to floor coverings. These are easy to lay ...

Lay tiles yourself - this is how you achieve a good result

If you want to save money when renovating, you can do many things yourself. In addition to painting and wallpapering, you can ...

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Cutting laminate - you should pay attention to this

Laminate floors are enjoying increasing popularity and can easily be installed by yourself. Many are completely unjustly afraid of ...

Seal the floorboards - this is how it works

You can often find them in older houses - we're talking about floorboards. Having such a plank floor was already the case in earlier times ...

Laying parquet - this is how it works

When you lay parquet, you create a lively, warm living atmosphere that you will enjoy for a long time. Parquet gives ...

Slate maintenance

Slate is a popular natural material on and in the house. Slate maintenance is not time-consuming and you can do it in no time.

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Laying click laminate - this is how it works

If you want to give your floor a new look, you have made a good choice with click laminate. Quickly laid, in ...

Lay click linoleum correctly

Click linoleum or Linoleum click parquet is an innovative finished floor covering with many special advantages. This is what linoleum is like ...

Laying floor insulation in the attic - this is how it works

Floor insulation of the attic can be useful for various reasons, depending on the purpose of the floor insulation, you will have to use other materials.

Maintain wooden floorboards properly

Of course, wooden floorboards also get dirty over time. When it comes to care, however, there are some aspects to consider ...

Floorboards or parquet? - Decision guidance

Planks or parquet - that is a very fundamental question when it comes to floor planning. Both wooden floors have their very ...

Lay PVC with wood look correctly

PVC for floors comes in many great patterns. PVC with a wood look looks like a wooden floor or parquet, but has the ...

Make tile mosaic yourself - this is how it works

Laying a tile mosaic is a special art that ancient cultures performed. One of the oldest mosaics was created ...

Tiling stairs - this is how it works

A tile refinement of functional levels is particularly hard-wearing. Select the panels so that after the stair tiling the ...

Lay slate tiles correctly

Many people who now want to re-tile their floor, for example, no longer resort to conventional tiles, ...

Laying upright lamellar parquet - this is how it works

Edgewise lamellar parquet, also known as industrial parquet, is one of the hardest-wearing wooden floors you can imagine. There …

Use leveling compound for wooden floors correctly

If you have old uneven wood floors in the house, you don't have to remove them to put tiles or other coverings on them. She …

Laying the laminate - shorten the door frames correctly

Although the laying of laminate is often described, you will often not find anything in good DIY books about how to lay laminate ...

Laying planks - this is how it works

Planks made of real wood give your rooms a comfortable atmosphere. If you choose this type of soil, you will ...

Laying mosaic parquet - this is how it works

Parquet is a very popular floor covering. Parquet can be found in many apartments in old buildings. If you like parquet in your ...

Close cracks in the screed with casting resin

Cracks in the screed are usually caused by material fatigue in the impact sound insulation or by strong point loads. To renovate the ...

Laying strip parquet - this is how it works

Strip parquet is a floor covering that is enjoying increasing popularity. On the one hand, this is probably due to the fact that strip parquet in comparison ...

Attach parquet strips correctly

For many, DIY with parquet strips can be a little challenge, but the correct attachment of ...

Laying natural stone mosaic correctly - this is how it works

A natural stone mosaic made of granite or marble gives every room a Mediterranean ambience. In the bathroom it is reminiscent of ancient Roman ...

Clean non-slip tiles properly

Tiles with a non-slip surface require appropriate cleaning and care. Otherwise, the tiles can suffer long-term damage.

Lay terrazzo floor yourself

Terrazzo floors are rarely laid out in Germany these days because the work is very complex. A floor covering made of ...

Seal parquet with oil - this is how it works

The oiling of parquet floors to protect against moisture and scratches is a very old sealing method that has recently been used again ...

Laying cork laminate - this is how it works

Would you like to lay cork laminate in your home yourself? Then read here how it works and what you should pay attention to at work.

Laying floor tiles - what to look out for

Laying floor tiles is a lot easier than tiling a wall. Because the glue does not drip and the tiles cannot ...

Laying plastic tiles - this is how it works

Resistant plastic flooring has many advantages. Visually, he no longer needs to be behind others ...

Impregnate granite - this is how it works

Whether you want a floor, a worktop or any other type of surface outdoors from this natural stone your own ...

Seal the parquet yourself

Parquet can become dull, scratched and unsightly over time. Then it's time to upgrade it again and with a ...

Balcony renovation - replace tiles properly

It is not uncommon that balcony tiles have to be renewed, partly because of a desired new tiling or because of the ...

Lay vinyl planks yourself

Vinyl planks are now available in such high quality that they are almost indistinguishable from real wooden planks. In addition …

Laminate - trim strips correctly

Miter cut all inside and outside corners of the laminate strips. Proceed in the same way for connections on straight stretches ...

Laying linoleum flooring - this is how it works

You are currently preparing your apartment and would like to change the linoleum floor at the same time, as over time it ...

Repairing PVC floors - this is how you mend small mistakes

Of course, every now and then it can happen that minor mistakes occur when laying floors. Often these are ...

Laying carpet on laminate - this is how it works

If you want to lay carpet on laminate, you should of course pay attention to a few things so that it does not cause much trouble later ...

Correctly attach transition profiles for laminate

You always need transition profiles when laying laminate floors if you want to create a passage to another room. …

Remove the laminate - this is how it works step by step

Laying laminate is not the only thing that can be a sweaty affair. Removing the laminate again can be done with larger ...

Lay tile laminate correctly - this is how it works

Laminate is a very popular flooring because it is easy to install and does not require a lot of maintenance. In addition to these advantages, the ...

Grouting natural stone - this is how it works

Just like all other tiles, you also have to grout installed natural stone. However, it is not here with a normal ...

Lay the planks yourself - that's the right way to do it

Planks look good, last a very long time and are very trendy, but there are a few things to keep in mind when laying. What to look for when ...

How do you lay laminate?

You have probably asked yourself: "How do you lay laminate?" Laying laminate is very easy. You can do this in ...

Laying laminate on stairs - this is how it works

If you want to lay laminate on stairs, check whether the subfloor is still stable and firm. Then it can be done with the ...

Choosing floor coverings for the kitchen - this is what you should pay attention to

Floor coverings for kitchens have special requirements that you need to think about before laying them out in the kitchen. Note …

Tile sealing - this is how it works

If you've laid tiles, you know the problem. If the tiles are not already sealed or glazed, then ...

Laying a carpet on a staircase - this is how it works

Laying a carpet or stair runner on the stairs is not just for visual reasons. The soft, non-slip surface ...

Laying polygonal slabs - this is how you do it

Laying polygonal slabs is ideal for a beautiful and natural design of your terrace floor or your garden paths ...

Laminate: Use the cutter correctly - this is how it works

Thanks to the click system on laminate, laying has become child's play and is often done by yourself. Unfortunately, laminate has to ...

Cover stairs with carpet - instructions

There are many who prefer to cover their stairs with carpets instead of wooden stairs. Since there are so many different ...

Laying granite - this is how it works

If you want to lay granite, it basically works in much the same way as with conventional tiles. With natural stone you should only ...

Lay self-adhesive PVC tiles

Self-adhesive PVC tiles are often an inexpensive alternative for the kitchen if you are laying a PVC floor yourself and not ...

Laying Douglas fir floorboards - this is how it works

The Douglas fir is a softwood which, due to its special properties, is well suited for the production of floor boards ...

Carry out stair renovation with laminate correctly

There are a few ways to renovate stairs, including of course applying a covering. Here are not ...

Drying the screed - this is how you accelerate the drying process

A subject that is discussed again and again, especially when it comes to building, is the screed that has been applied. This sometimes takes a long time to ...

Gluing parquet - this is how you correct damaged areas

It's just annoying when damage has occurred in a beautiful parquet. The question then is how the damage can be mended ...

Lay the stone carpet on the stairs

Old stairs, straight made of stone, become unsightly over time. It is easiest and most attractive when you ...

Cut click parquet correctly - this is how it works

Click parquet is becoming more and more popular, as it ensures an easy-to-clean room floor and moreover ...

Simply remove any efflorescence on the clinker

Particularly on older buildings, but also on numerous new properties, there are often efflorescence in the clinker brick, which is particularly ...

Loosen carpet adhesive

If you want to lay a new floor covering, you usually cannot avoid removing the old one. An annoying time lag ...

Remove parquet adhesive - this is how it works

Would you like to renew your parquet? To do this successfully, you must first remove the old parquet glue from the floor.

Lay needle felt as a floor covering

A floor covering that is not used that often in the private sector, which is more likely to be found in office buildings, showrooms or ...

Laying linoleum in the kitchen - instructions

Laying linoleum is a job for home improvement professionals. Since linoleum is a very expensive floor covering, small mistakes are already ...

Laying cement tiles - this is how it works

Cement tiles can be found today in a wide variety of colors, decorations, shapes and sizes. Whether as a decorative mosaic or as a robust ...

Process tiles with a wood look correctly - you should pay attention to this

A wooden floor is not suitable for everyone, as it is more prone to damage than tiles. A good alternative are ...

Lay parquet on floorboards

You want to bring a piece of nature into your living space and have decided to lay a parquet floor. Their only disadvantage is ...

Sealing granite - this is how it works

Granite is a natural stone that is popular for many applications. He has to withstand the natural attacks that even a stone ...

Laying granite slabs - instructions

Granite slabs are particularly effective outdoors. Lay the natural stones in geometric shapes, for example ...

Leveling the concrete floor - this is how it works

Do you have an uneven concrete floor with cracks and the like in your basement? And now you finally want to tackle it ...

Laying the glass mosaic - this is how it works

Laying glass mosaic is only for professional craftsmen. If you don't work carefully enough, glue residue will later shine through the ...

Vinyl laminate - pros and cons

Vinyl is one of the most popular floor coverings. Apart from the countless decors in which it is available, vinyl laminate can be ...

Laying granite tiles - instructions

The laying of high-quality granite tiles does not necessarily have to be carried out by professional tilers. If you have ...

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Grouting tiles - instructions

One of the most important steps in tile laying is grouting the tiles. If you plan to grout your tiles yourself, ...

Laying the carpet - this is how it works without creases

If you want to lay a carpet, you must of course observe the conditions under which this is permitted. Only as a homeowner ...

Prepare the substrate before tiling - this is how it works

Anyone who wants to attach tiles, be it on the walls or on the floor, should be aware that a perfect substrate ...

Paint the concrete floor - that's how it works

A floor can be covered with laminate, parquet, carpet or tiles. Some floors, such as basement or garage floors, ...

Use leveling compound - this is how it works in the garage

When the new tool cabinet in the garage wobbles so dangerously with every shock in the room that it almost kills you ...

Use the cross spacers correctly

Anyone who wants to lay tiles or floor slabs knows the problem with the correct distance to the next tile or floor slab. But …

Lay the vapor barrier film correctly

Often the laying of a vapor barrier film is considered superfluous. But that is a big mistake. Both under the laminate and ...

Lay the laminate yourself - prepare the substrate properly

If you want to lay your laminate yourself, there are a few things that you need to do during the preparation and the actual laying ...

Laying dry screed panels - you should pay attention to this

Renovation work is always expensive when it is carried out by professionals. Many building materials, such as B. Dry screed panels ...

Laying tiles on wooden floors - this is how it works

If you want to lay tiles on a wooden floor, you should know the tricks of the professionals so that the result looks professional, and the ...

Making carpets slip-proof - possibilities

A sliding carpet can easily lead to an accident and should therefore not be a hazard in any household. Make …

Laying carpet tiles - this is how it works

Carpet tiles are a good alternative to carpeting because you don't have to clear the room completely when laying. Also is the ...

Lay the PVC floor covering - so it is wrinkle-free

If you have chosen PVC flooring when designing your floor, then you have made a good decision ...

Laying tiles on PVC - this is how it works

Today there are many ways of laying floor coverings on top of existing floor coverings. It is the same with tiles. …

Sealing the workshop floor - this is how it works

Everyone has probably seen it before when they have returned their car for repairs: the floor in the workshop is stained ...

Gluing laminate - this is how it works

Why easy when it can be cumbersome! Many people take this saying too much to heart and exaggerate it with their ...

Garage tiles - instructions

In order to make a good visual impression in the garage as well, many garage owners now go and tile the garage floors. …

Dry screed - this is how it is processed correctly

A clean and quick way to create a perfect sub-floor for further laying is to install dry screed. …

Laying click laminate - you have to pay attention to this

Laying the floor with laminate is a common method these days. Not only the diverse possibilities, but also the ...

Laminate repair - how to remove small holes

Laminate is one of the most robust floor coverings. But if something falls on this laminate, unsightly little ...

Correct installation of large tiles for the floor

Small tiles are increasingly being replaced by the trend towards large tiles. However, it is the case that large tiles are laid a little differently ...

Laminate curls - what to do?

Carpet is from yesterday, if you are at least a little self-conscious, you have stone or parquet in your apartment these days - well, and if that ...

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Parquet - make repairs yourself

Parquet has been one of the most popular floor coverings in German apartments for years. The natural flooring made of wood creates ...

Re-oiling parquet - you should pay attention to this

Real parquet needs care. In addition to normal cleaning - dry and wet - a parquet floor should be oiled at regular intervals ...

Adhesive primer for tiles - this is how you prime correctly

Of course, when it comes to laying tiles, there is a need to make preparations. These mainly relate to ...

Laying terrace slabs - prepare the substrate correctly

Terrace slabs should be laid on a correct substrate so that they do not sag even in heavy rain. Instructions can be found here.

Attach carpet strips correctly - this is how it works

There are different types of carpet strips, some of which are attached very differently. When buying, find out more about ...

Use laminate adhesive correctly - this is how it works

A beautiful floor is a must for many people in their own four walls. But do-it-yourselfers often have wavy ...

Hole in the laminate - what to do?

It happened quickly, there was a hole in the laminate and the subject of repairs came up. But how should such a repair be carried out ...

Use stair covering on the outside - you should consider that

The stair covering for external stairs must be carefully selected because it must be weatherproof and the surface in front of the ...

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Cement film remover - this is how to clean tiles after laying

Everyone who has tiled before knows the problem: After grouting, a cement veil sits on the tiles, which unfortunately sometimes ...

Laying tiles - prepare the substrate correctly

There is a challenge for every do-it-yourselfer and that is when it comes to laying tiles and first of all the subsurface ...

Removing cement veils on tiles - this is how it works

Finished with laying the tiles and now a gray haze is ruining the beautiful result? It doesn't have to be, because there are ...

Laying terrace slabs on concrete - this is how it works

If you have a concrete floor on your terrace that you would like to cover with slabs, you should lay terrace slabs on top of your concrete.

Tile stairs - do-it-yourself instructions

Tiling stairs with instructions brings every hobby craftsman to success. It sure takes a little longer than the professional. Likewise, the ...

How to put screed on a wooden joist ceiling

Wooden beam ceilings can be found in old buildings. To straighten the floor or to build a tiled floor covering on the floor, ...

Bathroom Flooring - Alternatives to Tile

Tiles are the flooring that is mainly laid in the bathroom. However, you can also opt for other floors. …

Laying tiles on the underfloor heating - this is how it works

Laying tiles on underfloor heating is not much more difficult than normal laying. Only special ...

The screed insulation - this is how it works

The screed is the sub-floor that is applied last, before further laying takes place. Under such a screed ...

Dry screed and structure - worth knowing about laying

In the past, it was often tedious to lay the screed because it took a lot of time to set up and dry. Not infrequently it took until ...

Bathroom without tiles provided with flooring

There are people who prefer a bathroom without tiles on the floor. However, then of course the question arises, what kind of topping ...

Cut PVC sheet - this is how it works

Since there are very different types of PVC sheets, the way they are cut can be very different. Basically it goes with ...

OSB panels as flooring - this is how you use them

The so-called OSB panels are a very popular building material, especially in the USA, which has been used there for many years. …

Laying cork on the underfloor heating - this is how it works

Underfloor heating gives a pleasant pleasure of warmth, together with a cork floor, it makes the whole thing perfect. As …

Attach corner strips as a wall finish - this is how it works

Cornice moldings are a classic wall finish for outside corners, sometimes also inside corners. Important: Some cornices can only be used before ...

Laminate arches upwards - what to do?

It has already happened several times that the laminate is laid and the shock follows a few days later because the laminate has moved upwards ...

Tile color for beautiful living - this is how you choose correctly

Especially if you are building a new house or want to renovate your own home, the right choice of tile color plays an important role ...

Good laminate - this is how you recognize it

There are many types of laminate, both good and inferior. The decisive factor for the quality of the respective laminate is ...

Floor covering - this is how you replace the PVC floor

Removing a floor covering that is firmly glued is always a very delicate job. Especially when it comes to PVC flooring ...

Laying Parador laminate - a guide

In the laminate sector, the brand manufacturer Parador offers a complete system with installation accessories, skirting boards, transition rails ...

Cork flooring for balconies - this is what you should pay attention to

Floors that are to be laid outdoors are always exposed to higher levels of stress than those indoors. Anyone looking for ...

Laying underfloor heating under the carpet - this is how it works

Underfloor heating has become very popular because it heats the room evenly. Also laying under carpets ...

Tile profiles - their use and installation

If you install tiles in your home, you know that tile profiles should also be installed after this installation. …

PVC or linoleum? - Decision support

PVC or linoleum? This question always arises when you are looking for a new flooring. Both floors naturally have their ...

Laying PVC planks without air bubbles - this is how it works

PVC boards are an inexpensive alternative to wooden floors. Not only are they more durable and easier to care for than other floors, they are also ...

Sanding down cork - this is how you renovate your floor

Just as it happens with every parquet floor, it can also happen with a cork flooring that it is refreshed again ...

Carpeting for bedrooms - this is what you should pay attention to

Do you also dream of a fluffy, soft carpet for your bedroom? But be careful, there are some things that you will need to consider when buying ...

Sealing porcelain stoneware - this is how it's done

Porcelain stoneware is ceramic tiles that have the property of absorbing very little water. Tobe offered …

Remove floor tiles - this is how you proceed

There are many types of renovation work - one of the bigger measures is likely to be removing floor tiles. This work …

Thoroughly clean the tiles with a steam cleaner

With a steam cleaner, you can not only clean tiles in the household, but all smooth surfaces thoroughly and without chemicals.

Remove parquet - that's how it's done

As with all other floor coverings, it may also be necessary to remove your parquet once ...

Gluing PVC - this is how it works

PVC is suitable as a floor covering for many rooms. So that you can install it yourself, here is a brief step-by-step guide ...

Make new joints - this is how it works in the bathroom

If you are fed up with your old joints, then simply make new ones. With a little manual dexterity, ...

Can you stick tiles over? - step-by-step instructions

If your tiles are no longer what one generally perceives as modern, it can happen that the question arises ...

Lay transition strips on parquet - this is how it works

Transition strips are the ideal way to hide unsightly transitions from wooden floors to other floor coverings. So can ...

Make screed yourself - first steps

Anyone who builds from scratch can certainly tell a song about how much money you can save if you do some things yourself instead of ...

Repair parquet - treat scratches gently like this

Once you have laid parquet, there are always situations in which you can scratch the parquet. How do you do this ...

Bassetti carpet - care tips

Since the company was founded in Milan in 1830, the Bassetti brand has made a name for itself in the home furnishings sector. If …

Seal the joints with laminate - this is how it works

Modern laminates, which are no longer hit with a hammer when they are laid, sometimes have somewhat clearer joints ...

Laying slate floor tiles - instructions

Floor tiles are available in many designs, colors and materials. A special kind of eye-catcher are certainly floor tiles made of ...

Use tile repair pen correctly

Are there small scratches on your tiles or the coating on the bathtub has flaked off in a few places? Then you have to ...

Laying laminate lengthways or crossways? - You should be aware of that

Laminate is a great alternative to carpets and cheaper than parquet. The question of whether it has to be laid across or lengthways ...

Peel off carpeting - this is how it's done

When laying, you thought it was a good idea to glue the carpet over the entire surface. If you want to replace it again, ...

Repairing laminate after water damage - this is how it works

After the water inlet to your dishwasher broke and part of the kitchen was flooded, it is now time to ...

Building a cladding - this is how it works for screed

If you are also busy working out a plan for the construction of a screed floor, you should of course know that you ...

Sanding linoleum - you should pay attention to this

Linoleum is a floor covering that has been around for more than 100 years. The nice thing about the linoleum is that it ...

Use carpet remover - this is how it works

Anyone who wants to lay carpeting knows the problem, namely how the carpet should be laid. Either on ...

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Remove grout from the tiles - this is how it works

Anyone who has to remove grout from tiles probably had an untrained tiler in their apartment. Here you can find out how ...

Asbestos: renovating the floor properly

Asbestos was the wonder material of the sixties. In fact, it's the devil's stuff. When you renovate the floor in your apartment ...

Floor covering in the basement - you have to pay attention to that

Is your basement a lumber room? Do not waste the extra space any longer and design with the right ...

Replace the laminate - this is how it works

If you have laid laminate in your apartment or house, you can exchange it for a new one. This is right ...

Tile waste - this is how you calculate it

The waste of tiles must always be taken into account, because if you make a mistake here, you will be missing tiles later. …

Buying waterproof laminate - what to look out for

When you buy waterproof laminate, you should pay particular attention to the quality and material, because laminate is often ...

Mending parquet damage - this is how it works

Parquet is a very high-quality, robust and easy-care floor covering that is usually made of hardwood. Despite everything, it can ...

Laying PVC planks - instructions

There are different ways to lay a PVC covering, a slightly more demanding way is to lay PVC planks. …

Sticking on tiles - you should pay attention to this

To beautify tiles, it is often enough to simply stick them on. If you follow a few more tips, you will be able to ...

Laying laminate on PVC - this must be observed

If you want to lay laminate on PVC, you should consider a few things. It would certainly be very annoying if the newly laid ...

Coloring parquet - this is how it could be done

Parquet can be colored in different ways. With a little craftsmanship you can create very individual accents ...

Attach a vapor barrier for the laminate - this is how it works

When laying laminate, of course, the question of the subfloor arises involuntarily. When it comes to whether one is so ...

Can you lay laminate on laminate? - Helpful knowledge

Anyone who wants to lay laminate on laminate will have to learn better. In the following you will find interesting information about the laminate.

CV covering - installation instructions

Perhaps you are in the process of getting a new floor covering. Especially when it comes to a kitchen or a bathroom, ...

Laying PVC in the bathroom - that's how it works with swimming

PVC, which can be laid floating, is usually vinyl prefabricated floors such as vinyl laminate, ...

Laying PVC on tiles - this is how it works

If you are slowly getting fed up with the 70s tiles in your kitchen, then you can either remove all tiles with the ...

Carpet or laminate - what you should pay attention to

Whether you lay carpet or laminate on your floor depends not only on your personal taste, but also on the question of ...

Burn holes in the parquet - what to do?

Burn holes in the parquet are actually not a catastrophe, if they don't disappear again without a trace, because parquet flooring through its ...

Is PVC Toxic? - You should know that

Much of our everyday life is made of polyvinyl chloride, be it shower curtains, window frames, floor coverings, adhesive tape or ...

Remove glossers from the parquet floor - this is how it works

Shine is a floor wax-like product that is used to seal floors and which is later only added to the cleaning water. Through this …

Mold under laminate - what to do?

When installing your laminate, you may not have noticed that the floor under the sound insulation was damp. Well has ...

Removing the cork floor - instructions

Now that you have rented the new apartment, all you have to do is remove the cork flooring from all the rooms in order to ...

Mending the concrete floor - this is how it works

The concrete floor of your garage has certainly had to endure a lot over the years. So it is not surprising if now ...

Laying PVC on tiles - you should pay attention to this

If you are looking for a floor covering that can be laid quickly, you could probably be very satisfied with PVC. However, if you ...

Use screed from the sack - this is how it works

Especially when it comes to laying screed, there are often different opinions when considering laying it yourself. …

Laying linoleum tiles - this is how it works

If you are just about to buy a new flooring, you have probably thought about which one is right for your ...

Laying the screed - step-by-step instructions

Any unevenness in the substrate can be leveled out with screed and this can be prepared for appropriate floor coverings. …

Mending tile joints - this must be taken into account

Holes in tile joints are annoying and look unsightly. You can find out here how you can repair these flaws in the joints.

Grouting correctly - you should pay attention to this in the bathroom

If you have decided to put new tiles into the bathroom yourself, you should know how to correctly ...

Impact sound and cork flooring - you should pay attention to that

A floor covering that is used more and more is the cork floor. While it was previously only used in living rooms, today it is ...

Linoleum in the bathroom - this is what you should pay attention to

Linoleum is a natural and beautiful floor covering, also for the bathroom. You have to note, however, that linoleum can only be used with the right ...

How to remove a taped carpet - this is how you proceed

Anyone who moves into an old building is usually confronted with an unpleasant surprise. Because the carpet was often covered with a ...

Set floor heating - this is how it works

If you want to save money and energy when heating with underfloor heating, you have to set it correctly and ventilate it if necessary. Included …

Oil the floorboard - this is how it works

You can easily oil a wooden floor yourself. By oiling you create the basis for a hard-wearing wooden floor. …

Rinse underfloor heating - instructions

Just like any other heating system, underfloor heating requires regular maintenance. In order to maintain functionality, ...

Screed - keep to the drying times

If the screed drying times are not adhered to, damage to the floor covering can occur later. The review of the ...

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Laying tiles - calculate costs per m²

When laying or having tiles laid, there are some costs you will have to face. You can easily determine the costs using the prices per m².

Pour the screed on the balcony - this is how it works

It is time to renew the floor on your balcony and you have chosen a screed flooring. Now you have to ...

Use cast resin as a floor covering - this is how it works

Cast resin as a floor covering is still far too unknown compared to the possibilities that this diverse floor covering offers:

Install floor lighting in laminate - this is how it works

Floor lighting in laminate is rare. If you want to install floor lighting in your laminate, this is only possible with LED technology.

Laying linoleum on tiles - you should remember that

Linoleum is an inexpensive and easy-to-install covering that is popular both on the floor and on the wall. If you are tiling ...

Laying parquet on carpet - you should keep that in mind

Laying parquet directly on the carpet appears to be very advantageous at first glance: no work with removing the old floor, ...

Sand down the floorboard - these costs can arise

Anyone who has an old plank floor can sand it down and then paint it or treat it with hard floor oil and floor wax. This …

Laying footfall sound insulation - this is how it works

Laminate and parquet are very popular and can be found in almost every household. One reason for this is the beautiful look, ...

Laying electrical floor heating - this is how it works

Electric floor heating has the advantage that it gives off even heat to the room and the floor is pleasantly warm. …

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Screed - the calculation of the amount succeeds in this way

The concrete worker or construction specialist understands screed to be a stable, solid surface on a structure. There are different …

Laying click parquet - instructions for laying it yourself

The advantage of click parquet is that you can easily lay it yourself. Even beginners usually have no problems with ...

Impact sound insulation - calculate the thickness correctly

Impact sound insulation is one of the most important requirements when laying laminate. For the thickness of the insulation, even a ...

Repairing tiles - this is how it works with filler

If the tiles in the bathroom have cracked, you don't have to tear everything out and lay them again. There are possibilities …

Painting the cork floor - this is how you apply a glaze

You have decided on a cork floor instead of laminate, parquet or tiles and do not know exactly how to treat it ...

Restoring old tiles - this is how it works in the bathroom

Now that you've bought an older building, it's time to start renovating. To save money or just to keep the old ...

Laminate on underfloor heating - attaching impact sound insulation works like this

In times when the noise continues to increase, care is taken, especially in apartment buildings, that the noise protection has a high ...

Peel off the planks - this is how it works

If you want to strip your floorboards yourself, you have a difficult task ahead of you. You shouldn't be afraid of hard ...

Textile floor coverings - advantages and disadvantages

In addition to laminate and parquet, textile floor coverings are among the most popular. Here you can choose between different materials, colors ...

Laminate: Use Classes - A Brief Introduction

Laminate definitely takes one of the top places among the most popular floor coverings. This is especially true since he was in the ...

Laying PVC on PVC - these problems could arise

Stupid if you don't like the PVC floor in your rented apartment, but you are not allowed to tear it out. If thinking about one ...

Attach the MDF skirting board - this is how it works

Skirting boards are used to create a neat transition between the floor and the wall. The strips, which are made of MDF, plastic or ...

Mending tiles - this is how it works with small flaws

Tiles with their fired surface are actually very robust. No quirk gets in that fast. Nevertheless it happens during ...

Laying screed concrete - this is how the specialist does it

For years, concrete screed, floating or laid in a composite, has been one of the activities that a DIY enthusiast himself ...

Laying teak ship floor - that's how it works alone

A wooden floor is beautiful, warm, hygienic, easy to clean and has a really cozy look. No wonder, that …

Concrete or screed - possible uses

If you are not yet sure how to furnish the different floors in your property, it would make sense if you ...

Laying PVC on carpet - you should pay attention to this

If you want to redesign the floor in your home, you are faced with the big question of which material should be used for this. …

Laying a stone carpet in the shower - instructions

For bathrooms in particular, the question often arises as to which floor covering would make the most sense here. So it would be a consideration ...

PVC repair - how to fix cracks in the flooring

If a PVC flooring is still in good condition, but it has a crack in one place, that is annoying, but not a reason ...

Processing liquid screed - this must be taken into account

There must be a layer of screed between the load-bearing ceiling and the floor covering. This serves to level the floor ...

Corelan cork - everything you need to know about feel-good floors

Corelan cork is a cork flooring from the company "Ziro". It differs from conventional cork floors in a few essential ways ...

PVC "ship floor" - this is how you create the look

If you want to lay an easy-care and easy-to-clean floor covering, PVC is ideal. And ship's bottom or similar ...

Bisazza mosaic - tips and instructions for the laying technique

The Bisazza mosaic is a glass mosaic that can be laid in two variants. In one variant, the stones are on a ...

PVC and CV - a difference that matters

As soon as the terms PVC or CV come up on the subject of flooring, hot discussions begin on the subject. There is hardly any ...

Grouting sandstones - this is how it works

It all depends on the right mortar. When laying and grouting sandstone, you should use a grout that is softer ...

Make laminate waterproof

There is hardly a floor covering that demands less care from its owner than laminate. It is easy to clean, it changes color ...

Laying Aquanit paving stones - this is how it works

You can conjure up a great terrace with Aquanit paving stones. Laying the stones is very easy, so you can ...

Sanding and sealing parquet - this is how it works

If you want to sand and seal the parquet yourself, this is easy on the household budget. However, it does require ...

Screed: lay laying panels - instructions

Would you like to lay a new floor in your house, on which you can later apply any type of covering? In addition …

Floor construction in the old building

It is not uncommon for old buildings to change hands because they are partly cheaper to buy or not renovated. But for certain ...

Flow screed as bagged goods - calculate the yield

If you want to apply self-leveling screed to larger areas, you will usually buy bagged goods. To get the required amount ...

Floor: screed - application instructions

If you want a smooth floor in your apartment, you need a screed to level out any unevenness. Who a screed ...

Real wood laminate - notes

Real wood laminate differs in a few ways from "normal" laminate and parquet. However, it combines the advantages of both ...

Screed as floor covering - information

When it comes to designing a floor, there are always different opinions about the type of flooring. Almost nobody comes but ...

Lay natural stone tiles

When tiles are to be laid, most fall back on conventional models, as everyone knows, with different ...

Quick screed - drying time

Rapid screed is a quick-hardening synthetic resin, cement or calcium sulphate screed. This screed can be used in ...

Attach tiles to skirting boards

If you frequently wet-clean a tiled room or it is even a wet room such as a bathroom or laundry room, you should also ...

Grinding screed with a machine

Even when the underground is finally finished, this does not have to mean the end of the greatest work. It can …

Gluing tiles to tiles

Fashion trends are changing rapidly in some cases - this fact naturally also applies to tiles. 70s and 80s tiles in particular are ...

Epoxy Resin Grout - Instructions for Use

Epoxy resin grout is a water-permeable grout and has some significant advantages over other grout, so ...

Drying time for cement screed - notes

Most builders want construction to progress quickly. The waiting time until the cement screed is dry and the floors ...

Laying laminate: time - hints

You probably know this: jobs that you thought weren't too time-consuming take much longer than expected. …

Painting the laminate

Even if the coating of laminate involves a certain amount of effort, this alternative is worthwhile, because it is not always ...

Screed: Weight - Notes

If you want to remove an existing screed, it makes sense to be clear about what weight will be removed ...

Glue the skirting boards with silicone

While it is not customary to attach baseboards with silicone, gluing is of course possible. In some cases it even has ...

Woodpecker laminate - worth knowing

Are you looking for a new floor? With a laminate floor you can choose from many designs and different properties ...

Good laminate: how expensive? - Hints

Good laminate is an inexpensive alternative to a real wood floor, because it is made from pressed wood panels. But also with ...

Laying mosaic tiles: prices - information

The prices for mosaic tiles are quite high, but laying them is easy. The tiles are not placed individually, but on a network ...

Cement screed: costs - information

The cost of cement screed depends on various factors and can therefore vary greatly. Because there are different ...

Concrete screed as bagged goods - helpful

When laying a screed floor, you are initially faced with the question of whether you are renting a real mixer and the ...

Abrasion Resistant Paint For Garage Floor Notes

Your garage floor has to withstand a lot; the friction of the car tires, which maybe even a little bit through some stone in the profile ...

Laminate swells up - what to do?

Laminate is one of the most popular floor coverings. However, it should be of good quality. Should liquid be used for longer ...

Fitting the shower door - instructions

A beautiful bathroom is your home's calling card. A new shower is inexpensive and gives your bathroom exclusivity. With a few …

Laying laminate to the window?

Laying a laminate floor is no longer a problem today. The simple click systems also allow laypeople to use such a floor ...

Underfloor heating - laminate or parquet?

Wooden floors are very popular with many, and so is underfloor heating. Before laying parquet or laminate, you should always ...

Basement stairs - repainting

In many households, the basement stairs are all too often forgotten when working in the house. There is new furniture everywhere and everything is ...

HZ skirting board - overview

A HZ skirting board is more than just a bumper. With these special strips you not only ensure tidy wall finishes, ...

Tile mirror - alternative

The good old tile mirror can quickly make even the best kitchen or bathroom look old. But there are great ...

Bamboo floors and underfloor heating - noteworthy

If you are thinking of gluing bamboo parquet over the entire surface of an underfloor heating system, you have to do a number of ...

Fermacell dry screed - installation instructions

Fermacell dry screed elements are ideal for individual floor structures because they have good insulating properties, a ...

PVC glue - application tips

If you want to lay a new floor covering, you naturally also think about how it should be fixed. Just …

Impronta tiles - overview

Impronta tiles are high quality Italian ceramic products. They are very popular with customers because they are durable and ...

Carpet on parquet - noteworthy

A floor covering shapes the room atmosphere and also the furnishing style. Depending on the purpose and requirement, the ...

Grinding stairs - tips

You know it: there is always something to do in and around the house. The grinding of the stairs is usually one of the ...

Glue vinyl

Vinyl makes a great flooring in your kitchen. So that the new floor doesn't slip and ugly waves ...

Refurbish the garage floor

The renovation of your garage floor can be done relatively quickly and only requires a few work steps. However, you should ...

Bed slips on laminate - here's how to fix it

Laminate flooring looks beautiful and is easy to care for. If you have one in the bedroom, the problem can arise that the bed is on ...

Silicone for laminate - possible uses

More and more households are using laminate as a floor covering. Nice and good and practical. Just how do you make sure everything is clean ...

Removing carpet from stairs - ways to success

Removing glued carpets is usually not an easy task. The removal of the floor covering from a ...

Bathroom: matt or glossy tiles - pros and cons

If you are planning a new bathroom, the costs are high. When choosing tiles, the question is whether you want matt or glossy. …

Laying tiles seamlessly - noteworthy

Many old buildings in southern countries have beautiful floor coverings. It is not uncommon to see tiles that are seamlessly attached. …

Laying laminate on wooden floor - this is how it works

Laminate can also be laid on an existing wooden floor. However, there are a few things you need to consider when laying. Before …

Flooring for the living room - how to find the right one

When you need a new flooring for your living room, the question may arise which one to choose. There is …

Painting PVC - procedure

In many apartments, the previous tenants often leave behind their old-fashioned PVC floor coverings. Removing these can lead to ...

Storing the laminate - procedure

Storing laminate is not only necessary after purchase for an installation date in the future. Even with immediate ...

Refurbish the floorboard

To do something good for your floorboard, you should refurbish it from time to time. In most cases it is sufficient if you ...

Sanding parquet - this is how it works

If you want to sand your parquet yourself, you can avoid typical mistakes. With the right tools and something ...

Pebbles as flooring

You know them as the flooring of driveways, terraces and other garden areas: pebbles. They can even be ...

Tile properly

Tiles are very popular. You can choose from a variety of different types and design options. Another …

Laying carpeting yourself - how does it work?

A carpet is warm, easy to care for and comfortable for the feet. In addition to that, it's not that difficult to find a carpeted floor.

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Remove silicone residues - this is how it works

The rubbery white stuff called silicone, for example between the sink and the wall, can be removed from the ...

Process floor leveling compound yourself - this is how it works

Especially when renovating an old building or an older apartment, the floor can show significant damage. Even …

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Remove silicone residues from tiles - this is how it works

You have grouted tiles and the silicone has left annoying stains on your tiles? Please note a few notes when ...

Level out wooden floors - this way, unevenness disappears

How can you level an uneven wooden floor without hiring a craftsman? That depends on the condition of the soil ...

Make synthetic resin floor yourself - instructions

If you want to make a synthetic resin floor yourself, the strictest safety regulations must be adhered to. Under no circumstances should you ...

Laying click cork - this is how you proceed

Click cork is not just easy to lay. This floor covering is also very easy to care for, insensitive and has a long service life.

Laying cork on the underfloor heating - this is how it works

Underfloor heating gives a pleasant pleasure of warmth, together with a cork floor, it makes the whole thing perfect. As …

Cork flooring for balconies - this is what you should pay attention to

Floors that are to be laid outdoors are always exposed to higher levels of stress than those indoors. Anyone looking for ...

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