How to easily repair a parquet wooden floor at home

Parquet floors are made of small wooden pieces or boards joined together. Depending on the installation system, they may be glued to the subfloor or fixed onto wooden battens. Wood is a living material: it expands and contracts with changes in temperature and humidity. These movements can cause cracks, gaps or damaged pieces. To learn more about wooden floors, visit the parquet section on Vilssa.

How to repair small cracks in parquet flooring

1. 🧴 Choose an acrylic wood filler in the right colour.
   Hardware stores offer fillers in many shades. If none match your floor, you can tint the filler using aniline dye. Find more materials on Vilssa’s materials section.
2. 🪛 Apply the filler with a spatula.
   Fill each crack thoroughly, making sure no gaps remain. Use your fingertips if needed to press the product deeper.
3. 🧽 Remove excess filler before it dries.
   Wipe the surface with a damp cloth to achieve a clean, even finish.
4. 🪵 Sand the repaired area gently.
   Once the filler is completely dry, use very fine sandpaper to smooth the surface. Vacuum the dust to avoid residue.

How to repair parquet flooring when a board is damaged

Unlike modern laminate floors or so-called “floating floors”, traditional parquet is easier to repair because the pieces are not always tongue-and-groove joined. This allows you to replace a single damaged board without removing the whole area.

1. 🔧 Remove the damaged board.
   Use a screwdriver or small pry bar to carefully lift the defective piece.
2. 🪚 Install the new board.
   Replace it with a new one and fix it using wood glue or by anchoring it to the batten, depending on the original installation.
3. 🎨 Match the final finish.
   The most challenging part is making the repair invisible. You may need to varnish, wax or refinish the repaired zone. In some cases, it is necessary to treat a wider area for a uniform appearance.

Quick repair methods summary

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