In September 2016, we began one of our most challenging projects: laying over 3,900 m² of parquet flooring in Museum Voorlinden.
A commission that demanded not only technical perfection, but also a deep understanding of the specific requirements a museum environment places on a floor.
From climate control to acoustics.
Every detail had to be right.
What made this project special was in the details.
We worked with a modular system where every room was calibrated to multiples of 200 millimetres.
This required meticulous planning and execution.
For climate control, we designed special ventilation grilles in lengths of 120 and 240 centimetres, seamlessly integrated into the floor pattern.
A technical puzzle that we designed and installed piece by piece.
The execution required tight planning and preparation.
A museum involves far more than just laying a floor.
We took into account:
For the perfect execution, we chose a museum-grade construction: French oak boards with a solid top layer on waterproof bonded birch plywood.
This combination not only ensures stability, but also contributes to the distinctive appearance that befits a museum of international stature.
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Take Museum Voorlinden as an example.
Hundreds of visitors walk across our floors every day, and they still look beautiful.
Our secret is that we deliberately choose high-quality wood species that can take a beating.
With the right finish, these floors last for years, even in heavily visited spaces.
Many people think this is difficult, but nothing could be further from the truth.
At Museum Voorlinden, we demonstrated that it works perfectly. It comes down to the right floor construction.
By working with a smart two-layer construction, the floor remains stable and heat is distributed evenly.
That is one of our specialities.
At Museum Voorlinden, we applied this to perfection. We made grilles that blend so beautifully into the floor pattern that you hardly notice them.
Yet they fulfil their function perfectly.
That is where our craftsmanship comes into play.
We do not shy away from that. The perfect example is Museum Voorlinden, where we worked with a strict system of multiples of 20 centimetres.
Quite a complex task, but the result speaks for itself.
That precision is what we stand for.
The choice of wood species is bespoke.
We consider how the space will be used, what the desired appearance is and what technical requirements apply.
At Museum Voorlinden, the choice fell on French oak.
Not only because it looks stunning, but also because it did exactly what we needed technically.
We can wholeheartedly say yes. We have quite a few large projects to our name. It does require a different approach than an average living room.
The preparation must be spot on. But when done properly, as at Museum Voorlinden with nearly 4,000 square metres, the result is spectacular.
This is a matter of smart combinations.
The subfloor, the installation method and the finish all play a role.
At Museum Voorlinden, the acoustics had to be perfect for the visitor experience. By making the right choices, we created a floor that is not only beautiful to look at, but also pleasant to walk on.