Flat and apartment flooring in New Eltham
LVT is allowed in most New Eltham flats but only with an acoustic backing layer. We use ranges with a factory-bonded underlay so it meets 18dB+ transmission requirements.
What flat & apartment flooring in New Eltham actually involves
LVT is allowed in most New Eltham flats but only with an acoustic backing layer. We use ranges with a factory-bonded underlay so it meets 18dB+ transmission requirements.
Original pine boards over joists — same story as neighbouring Sidcup, so ply overlay before LVT is the norm.
New Eltham carpet — the details that matter
- New Eltham subfloor reality
Original pine boards over joists — same story as neighbouring Sidcup, so ply overlay before LVT is the norm.
- Underlay choice
8mm crumb is the usual call for New Eltham bedrooms; 10mm PU on stairs to stop bounce.
- Doorway transitions
Most 1930s bay-fronted semis doorways here need a bevelled bar rather than a Z-bar to clear the carpet next door.
- Acoustic underlay to meet leasehold sound-transfer rules
- Concierge-friendly access — we book delivery windows
- LVT with acoustic backing where allowed by the lease
- Whole-flat carpet turnarounds in under a day
In short — flat flooring in New Eltham with acoustic underlay from £20/m² fitted, meeting leasehold rules.
"LVT with acoustic backing so the flat below can't hear us." — SE9 apartment
Postcodes: SE9 · Routes: the A20 · Common build: 1930s bay-fronted semis.
Covering Avery Hill, Southwood, Green Lane.
Flat & Apartment Flooring jobs we've finished nearby
Flat & Apartment Flooring in New Eltham — common questions
Most modern leases in SE9 allow LVT if it's fitted with acoustic backing (18dB+). Older 1960s conversions sometimes require carpet in living areas — we'll check the lease clause with you.
Yes — we've done this a lot. We book the service lift, take the old floor out first, materials up second, fit third. Usually one day for a two-bed flat.
Cloud 9 Cumulus for carpet (12dB) and Trelleborg 2mm acoustic backing for LVT (19dB). Both meet standard leasehold sound clauses.
Yes — bagged and taken away same day. No leaving old carpet on the communal landing.