Leveling screed before laying parquet – your professional in Nuremberg explains why it is so important

A parquet floor is one of the most elegant and durable floor coverings. It brings warmth, naturalness, and elegance to your home. However, before installing parquet or plank flooring, the subfloor must be perfectly prepared. Leveling the floor is one of the most important steps – it determines whether your parquet will last for decades or cause problems after a short time.

Why level the floor before installing parquet?

A professionally prepared subfloor not only ensures a beautiful end result but also protects your investment. The main advantages:
Creation of a completely flat surface without cracks or height differences

• Prevents gaps, creaking, and deformation of the parquet
• Improved sound and thermal insulation
• Protection against rising damp
• Increased stability and durability

➡️An uneven floor is the most common cause of damage to parquet. Therefore, leveling the floor before laying parquet is essential.

Methods for Leveling the Floor

Depending on the construction type, there are different procedures:

Leveling Cement Screed

• Repairing damage and cracks in the screed
• Applying primer for better adhesion
• Applying self-leveling filler (floating filler)
• Allow drying time of approximately 7 days
• Checking evenness (max. 2–3 mm height difference over a 2 m length)
• Installing a moisture barrier for long-term protection of the parquet

Leveling the Wooden Floor Substructure

Straight Beam constructions are often found in old buildings. Here, multi-layer, waterproof plywood is used:

• Screw plywood panels onto joists
• Sand the surface and remove any unevenness
• Optional: Can also be used on concrete to correct minor unevenness
• The result: A stable subfloor with good thermal and sound insulation – ideal for subsequent parquet installation.

Practical tip from the parquet specialist in Nuremberg

Many problems such as creaking or gaps are not caused by the wood, but by a poorly prepared subfloor.
➡️ Our tip: Invest in proper subfloor preparation – this will significantly extend the lifespan of your floor.

Parquet installation in Nuremberg – our service for you
With Parke With Concept Home, you have the parquet specialist in Nuremberg at your side:

• Large selection of oak parquet, plank floorboards, and multi-layer parquet
• Personal advice on materials, colors, and installation patterns
• Professional installation including floor leveling and leveling
• Professional implementation with a warranty

We take care of everything – from floor leveling to the last plank.

Conclusion

A neatly leveled floor is the basis for long-lasting and beautiful parquet. Whether renovating or building a new floor – if you value quality, you should let a professional prepare the subfloor.

➡️ Visit our showroom in Nuremberg or discover our selection of fine wood flooring.

➡️ Book our parquet installation service in Nuremberg – we take care of floor leveling, leveling, and professional parquet installation.