# Solid Wood Flooring Source: https://milaflooring.com/solid-wood-flooring Last updated: 30 September 2026 **In short:** Mila Flooring supplies and installs solid wood flooring across Carlow and the wider Leinster region. Every job includes full subfloor preparation and skirting or beading reinstatement, and is quoted free of charge before any work begins. Elevate your interiors with long-lasting solid wood floors. We use precision techniques and premium timber to deliver floors that are beautiful on day one and still beautiful in twenty years. ## Detailed installation for lasting quality Our installers focus on every detail, from subfloor preparation to final finishing. Each plank is laid with care, ensuring smooth joins, minimal gaps and a finish that adds timeless warmth to your home. ## Floor restoration and refinishing We don't just install. We bring tired timber floors back to life. Our sanding and refinishing removes scuffs and stains while restoring the original grain and tone of your hardwood. ## Residential and commercial Whether it is your home or your business, we install solid wood floors that make a lasting impression and stand up to real daily traffic. ## What the job includes ### What's included - Detailed floor assessment before every project - Subfloor inspection and levelling - Moisture barrier installation for durability - Trim, skirting and threshold fittings - Acoustic underlay for sound control - Responsible removal of old flooring ### Materials & finishes - Sustainably sourced solid hardwood - Low-VOC lacquers and hardwax oils - Natural, smoked and stained tones - Eco-friendly adhesives and finishes - Anti-slip finish options - Underfloor-heating-ready build-ups ## Why clients choose this service - **Timber floor installation.** Expertly installed solid wood with a perfect fit and finish for homes and commercial spaces. - **Floor sanding & refinishing.** Complete sanding, sealing and refinishing solutions that extend the life of your wood flooring. - **Subfloor preparation.** Proper levelling and preparation so your wood floors stay stable and flawless over time. - **Trims, skirting & thresholds.** Skirting, beading and threshold details fitted and finished to match the room. ## Questions ### Is solid wood the right floor for my home? Solid wood is a good fit if you want a floor that can be renewed many times and you are fitting it in rooms with steady heat and humidity. In kitchens, basements, or over underfloor heating, engineered wood is often more stable. We will tell you honestly which suits the room. ### Why does the subfloor matter so much? Wood moves with moisture and needs a flat, dry base. A damp or uneven subfloor is the most common reason timber floors gap, cup or creak. We inspect and level the subfloor first and fit a moisture barrier where one is needed, so the finished floor stays flat and quiet. ### Can solid wood go over underfloor heating? Some solid boards can, within strict limits on board width, moisture content and surface temperature set by the manufacturer. Engineered wood is usually the more stable choice over heating. Tell us about your system and we will advise which boards are suitable. ### Can an old solid floor be restored instead of replaced? Often, yes. Solid floors can be sanded back to fresh timber, repaired, and refinished in a new stain, lacquer or oil. Restoration is usually far less disruptive than a new floor. See our floor sanding page for what is involved. ### What wood do you use? Oak is the most popular choice. We can supply other hardwoods and finishes; ask when you request a quote. ### Does solid wood need to acclimatise? Yes. Solid wood should rest in the room before fitting so it adjusts to the temperature and humidity. The manufacturer's instructions set how long. ### Is solid wood noisy? A well laid floor on a flat, properly prepared subfloor should be quiet. Acoustic underlay helps in apartments and upstairs rooms. ## Get a quote Fill in https://milaflooring.com/quote or call 085 143 3969. Email info@milaflooring.com. Quotes are free with no obligation.