Woodpecker Oxwich | Natural Strand Bamboo Herringbone

Nailing Down

Engineered Oak Plank floors can be secret-nailed to an existing timber subfloor, including:

• Solid wood flooring
• Plywood
• OSB (Oriented Strand Board)
• Particleboard
• Most vinyl tile or non-cushioned resilient floors that have been installed on a wood subfloor and are securely adhered

Gluing Down

Engineered Oak Plank and Herringbone floors can be glued directly to:

• Concrete
• Ceramic tiles
• Terrazzo
• Metal
• Slate
• Marble
• OSB
• Plywood

Ensure the existing surface is rough or porous. Pre-sand any slick or sealed surfaces, especially gypsum and anhydrite screeds, to remove the soft surface laitance.

Special Considerations for Gluing to Concrete

• We recommend using a Surface Primer to ensure a strong bond between the subfloor and adhesive.

Special Considerations for Gypsum or Anhydrite Screeds

• Additional preparation is required, including the removal of the soft surface laitance and refinishing with a primer and levelling compound.

How can I fit my Oxwich Natural Strand herringbone floor?

You can float, glue or secret nail this floor.

Is this floor suitable for underfloor heating?

Yes – This floor is suitable for underfloor heating.

What type of joint does this floor have?

This floor has easiloc/click-joints.

What condition should the subfloor be in?

The surface immediately beneath a Woodpecker bamboo floor must be in good structural condition, free from damp rot, fungal or insect infestation, and contaminating residues. It must be flat with uneven areas not exceeding 3mm over a 2m area. Naturally, the surface should be vacuumed and totally free of debris before fitting begins. Hot pipes should be well insulated to prevent localised hotspots, which can cause bamboo flooring to warp or shrink.

What if I am installing over floor boards?

If installing over floorboards, ensure the voids beneath have a height of 600mm from the ground to the bottom side of the joists. We recommend using a suitable Woodpecker damp proof membrane to protect the floor from moisture. Check that the voids are vented around the perimeter and that these vents are positioned to allow air flow under the entire floor. As a rule of thumb, all venting should equal a minimum of 1.5% of the total m2 of the installation. Keep the vents open throughout the year too.

What if I am installing over floor boards?

If installing over floorboards, ensure the voids beneath have a height of 600mm from the ground to the bottom side of the joists. We recommend using a suitable Woodpecker damp proof membrane to protect the floor from moisture. Check that the voids are vented around the perimeter and that these vents are positioned to allow air flow under the entire floor. As a rule of thumb, all venting should equal a minimum of 1.5% of the total m2 of the installation. Keep the vents open throughout the year too.

Do I need expansion gaps with my Oxwich floor?

As bamboo is a natural substance, it will expand and contract with changes in temperature and humidity. That’s why when a bamboo floor is fitted, expansion gaps need to be left wherever the boards meet a wall, structural support, stairs, breakfast bar, fireplace, central heating pipe…etc. Gaps must also be considered at doorways to allow for the differing expansion between rooms. Place spacers at regular intervals when fitting and then remove them before skirting boards, beading or trims are put in place. Allow a 2mm gap for every metre span of the floor with a minimum of 10-15mm gap regardless. For areas over 5m in width, extra provisions should be made for expansion.

Does bamboo flooring need to acclimatise before being installed?

Yes – We recommend you let your bamboo floor acclimatise for 3 to 5 days before installing. This needs to be in the same room that it will be installed in, and it needs to remain within the sealed packaging. The sealed packaging helps ensure the floor doesn’t warp with the change of temperature from different environments. Do not store the flooring outdoors, in an outbuilding, or anywhere with damp or condensation problems.

How thick is Oxwich flooring?

Oxwich is 12mm thick.

How much should I allow for wastage?

We generally recommend 10% wastage, however, this can be impacted by the room shape, laying style and other factors so always check with your installer first.

How do I clean Oxwich flooring?

You can use our cleaning liquid for lacquered floors to clean Oxwich flooring.

All Woodpecker deliveries are made either from Woodpecker's main warehouse or our store in Coleford, Gloucestershire. We keep stock of our most popular lines, so please allow up to 5 working days for standard delivery. All flooring deliveries are curb-side, meaning you will need to carry the goods into your property. If this is likely to be a problem, please inform us at the time of your order to discuss alternative delivery options.

Delivery Details

• Availability: If no one is available to accept your delivery at the provided address, a re-delivery charge will apply when you reschedule.
• Delivery Vehicles: Deliveries can be made in various commercial vehicles, including up to 18-tonne lorries. It is assumed that the property is easily accessible to these vehicle types.
• Access Restrictions: Flooring cannot be delivered to properties with stepped access, flats above the ground floor (regardless of lift access), or left in communal areas. For flats, orders will be left at the ground floor external doorstep. For residential properties with stepped access, flooring will be left at the bottom of the steps. Drivers may need assistance with unloading larger items. If access is likely to be a problem, please inform us at the time of order to discuss alternative delivery options.
• Doorstep Delivery: Doorstep delivery is available for lighter parcels. Depending on the courier, you will receive delivery time updates. Please leave your mobile number when checking out.

Outlet stock is non-returnable.