📍Manchester City Centre Penthouse Apartment Flooring

Project Overview: Skyline Central Apartment Transformation

We were appointed as the main wood flooring contractor by a prestigious property investment company to renovate a luxury penthouse suite at Skyline Central (M1). The objective was to replace the tired existing floor with a surface that offered commercial-grade durability while elevating the aesthetic of this high-value rental property.

The choice was [V4 Wood Flooring A305 Rustic Oak]. This engineered board features a three-strip stave design, creating a seamless, modern European look that visually expands the open-plan lounge, hallway, kitchen, and utility rooms.

Acoustic Engineering & Noise Reduction

Renovating apartments in Manchester City Centre requires strict adherence to leasehold regulations regarding noise transfer.

• • Soundproofing: We utilised a specialist installation method designed to dampen impact sound (footfall), ensuring the property met the building’s strict acoustic requirements.

  • Quiet Comfort: The combination of the engineered construction and professional underlay significantly reduces “drum sound” within the apartment, creating a calm, quiet environment amidst the bustle of the city.

Professional Subfloor Preparation

Achieving a level floor in a penthouse often presents logistical and technical challenges.

• • The Uplift: Our team mechanically uplifted the existing fully bonded wood floor—a labour-intensive process required to expose the structural subfloor.

  • Fast-Track DPM: To expedite the schedule for the investor, we applied a liquid damp-proof membrane (DPM) to suppress residual moisture immediately.

  • Levelling: We followed this with a latex screed, creating an “SR1 Standard” flat surface essential for the longevity of engineered wood.

Expert Floor Installation: 119m² in 5 Days

With the subfloor prepped, our expert wood flooring fitters began the installation.

• • The Scale: We installed 119 m² of V4 Rustic Oak, carefully managing the logistics of getting materials to the top floor.

  • The Detail: The project was completed with the installation of new skirting boards throughout, providing a crisp, clean frame for the new floor.

  • The Timeline: The entire project, from uplift to final handover, was completed in just 5 days, minimising the property’s downtime on the rental market.