LVT Flooring · SW15LVT Flooring Fitters in
LVT Flooring Fitters in
Putney.
Free home visit · Fixed price · Uplift & disposal included
Free home visit · Fixed price · Uplift & disposal included
Floors & Fix fits LVT across all of SW15 — Victorian terraces, conversion flats, and modern riverside apartments. LVT handles Putney's suspended timber ground floors well when laid over ply boarding, and is fully compatible with the UFH systems found in Putney's riverside new-builds.
Putney's housing stock is overwhelmingly Victorian and Edwardian terraces and semis stretching back from the Thames and Upper Richmond Road, with a high proportion of conversion flats in the terrace belt. Modern riverside developments along the Thames offer new-build flats with screed subfloors and underfloor heating. The vast majority of pre-1920 properties have suspended timber ground floors.
68% 68% of Putney households are in flats or maisonettes, reflecting the area's high proportion of Victorian terrace conversions — making acoustic underlay requirements and leasehold consent standard considerations for any hard flooring installation. — ONS Census 2021 — Wandsworth dwelling type profile
LVT is the most-requested hard flooring product in Putney, driven by the high proportion of conversion flats where a waterproof, low-maintenance surface is wanted in kitchens and bathrooms. In ground-floor Victorian conversion flats on roads like Keswick Road and Norroy Road, we ply-board the suspended timber subfloor with 9 mm structural ply before laying LVT — this eliminates the flex that causes click-lock joints to open over time. In riverside new-builds with screed and UFH, we use LVT floating installation with a foam acoustic layer and specify boards rated to the building's UFH surface temperature limit. Moisture is the key variable in Putney ground-floor conversions: we always test before specifying installation method, and use a damp-proof membrane where needed.
The terraces between Upper Richmond Road and Putney Hill — Keswick Road, Norroy Road, Dealtry Road — are classic late-Victorian and Edwardian bay-fronted properties. Suspended timber ground floors throughout; joist depths typically 225 mm with reasonable under-floor ventilation where air bricks haven't been blocked. Chipboard overlays dating from the 1980s are common and require assessment before any hard floor installation.
LVT on a Keswick Road or Norroy Road terrace starts under the surface: chipboard overlays of forty years' standing are assessed, soft sheets replaced, then 9mm structural ply screwed down to give the planks a deck that doesn't move. Click-lock or glue-down follows to suit the room — kitchens and hallways usually glue-down for the wet-shoe traffic.
A large proportion of Putney's Victorian terrace stock has been converted into two or three flats. Ground-floor flats often have limited under-floor ventilation and elevated moisture readings. Upper-floor flats — particularly first and second floors — have suspended timber with chipboard overlays that may be poorly secured. Leasehold acoustic requirements are almost universal in SW15 conversions.
Ground-floor Putney conversions are the moisture cases on our SW15 diary, and LVT is usually the right answer once the slab or timber is tested: the core is waterproof, and where readings run high we fit glue-down over a membrane rather than trust a click joint. Upper-floor flats get the acoustic underlay their lease demands — data sheet supplied for the managing agent.
The wider streets of West Putney — around Gwendolen Avenue, Oakhill Road, and the edges of Roehampton — contain larger Edwardian semis with more substantial joist spans. These properties frequently have 150 mm x 50 mm floor joists at 400 mm centres, which remain structurally sound but show movement across wider room spans. Full ply boarding is recommended before any rigid or click-lock floor product.
The wider rooms of a West Putney Edwardian semi need the flex taken out before LVT will hold its joints, so 6mm structural ply goes over the timber at close screw centres first. Over the rigid deck the planks run hallway to kitchen as one waterproof surface, with door trimming included in the fixed price.
Modern apartment blocks along the Embankment and Putney Wharf have concrete-slab construction with cement screed or self-levelling compound finish and underfloor heating as standard. These properties are straightforward for hard flooring but require UFH-compatible products and a floating rather than glued installation to allow thermal expansion and heating system access.
In the riverside new-builds we fit UFH-rated LVT floating over a thin acoustic layer, matching the building's specification — the screed stays accessible and thermal movement is accommodated, with surface temperature held within the product's 27°C rating. The heating is cycled down for fitting and the UFH-compatible spec is confirmed in writing.
Floors & Fix Fitting Team did an excellent job from start to finish. The team was professional, punctual, and paid great attention to detail throughout the installation. The flooring was fitted to a very high standard, and the finished result has completely transformed the space. They kept everything tidy, communicated clearly, and made sure every aspect of the job was completed perfectly. I would highly recommend Jon and the team to anyone looking for quality flooring work and reliable service.
★★★★★I contacted the team at floors and fix, they came for a visit, showed me products and I paid a deposit. Within 10 days they and came fitted my flooring. I would strongly recommend!
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Yes, but subfloor preparation is essential. We ply-board the suspended timber subfloor to eliminate flex, check moisture levels, and apply a damp-proof membrane if readings require it. Correct preparation is the difference between LVT that lasts 20 years and LVT that lifts within two.
Yes — we specify LVT rated for UFH, typically those with a maximum recommended surface temperature of 27 °C. We use floating installation for ease of UFH access and advise that the heating system be cycled down 48 hours before and after fitting.
Several LVT products have an integrated acoustic backing. Alternatively, a 1.5–2 mm acoustic foam underlay beneath click-lock LVT satisfies most standard lease acoustic clauses. We'll confirm which is appropriate once we see your lease wording.
A kitchen-diner in a Victorian terrace — typically 18–25 m² — including ply boarding the subfloor, uplift of existing flooring, and fitting takes one full day. We cut around obstacles and appliances to a neat finish.
Yes — waterproof LVT is ideal for bathrooms. We ensure all seams are close-fitting and use silicone at wall junctions to prevent water ingress at the perimeter. This is particularly important in upper-floor conversion flats where any water on the floor is a risk to the flat below.
We come to you with samples, measure up and give you a fixed price on the day. No obligation, no deposit. See our lvt flooring service or flooring fitters in Putney.
Last updated: June 2026