Width of floorboards

Are there any advantages to choosing wide rather than thin floorboards?

Asked by Jenny on 15th Dec 2022
Expert Trade Answers
"In small rooms, wide planks will create the illusion of a larger space. Visually, the wood will draw the eye across each plank, and is less busy to give a feeling of spaciousness. Lighter woods also work best in small rooms, as it makes the room seem more open"
Answered on 5th Jan 2024 - Member since Jul 2022 - report
"Hi. There's no advantage, it's only what you like. Nicholas"
Answered on 16th Dec 2022 - Member since Dec 2022 - report
"Hi
The only benefits there would be less boards to put down
Therefore less time & less fixings
But not necessarily less cost.
If the boards are going to be seen as in a finished floor sanded and varnished then a standard size board would look more pleasing on the eye
4 or 5 inch board"
Answered on 15th Dec 2022 - Member since May 2017 - report
"A standard board should be no less than 4-5 inch anything smaller can break"
Answered on 3rd Sep 2023 - Member since Sep 2023 - report
"Yes of course but also not to thin because can damage very quickly
My opinion it is buy thick floorboard with normal size"
Answered on 15th Dec 2022 - Member since Dec 2022 - report
"No advantage but wide boards makes the room look small and thin boards makes the room looks larger"
Answered on 21st Aug 2024 - Member since Jul 2024 - report
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