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We are looking at replacing the floor in our victorian built kitchen. When the existing (lino) flooring was removed we discovered damp beneath it and damp has started to move into the surrounding walls. The original floor is quarry tiles on earth but these are in a terrible state and need removing.
We are looking to replace the floor but want the new floor to have the same breathable properties as the original floor.
Should we be looking at installing a limecrete, insulated floor or would it be enough to simply excavate some of the earth, add some hardcore and sand and then lay either reclaimed flagstones or terracotta tiles (we're not keen on replacing the existing quarry tiles with new quarry tiles)?
If we were to install a limecrete floor how long would it take for the limecrete to dry out (the room is only about 12 ft by 12 ft)?
Would we be better to use flagstones or terracotta tiles to achieve a more breathable floor? If flagstones, is any particular type more suitable than others?
We would be grateful for any advice.
We are looking to replace the floor but want the new floor to have the same breathable properties as the original floor.
Should we be looking at installing a limecrete, insulated floor or would it be enough to simply excavate some of the earth, add some hardcore and sand and then lay either reclaimed flagstones or terracotta tiles (we're not keen on replacing the existing quarry tiles with new quarry tiles)?
If we were to install a limecrete floor how long would it take for the limecrete to dry out (the room is only about 12 ft by 12 ft)?
Would we be better to use flagstones or terracotta tiles to achieve a more breathable floor? If flagstones, is any particular type more suitable than others?
We would be grateful for any advice.