Parquet flooring hidden for 30 years discovered underneath couple's carpet
The couple said they "struck gold" with the discovery after they decided to buy and renovate an old property
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Underneath layers of carpet and underlay, one couple has made the discovery of a lifetime after finding diamond parquet flooring in "perfect condition".
Josh, 37, and Emily Brooks, 38, were renovating their house in Walthamstow, London, when they found the "beautiful" flooring that was hidden for 30 years.
They then posted the video of their discovery on their TikTok page, which has now amassed over 2.8 million views with audiences astounded by the discovery.
Diamond parquet flooring hidden under carpet and underlay
Josh and Emily discovered the oak diamond parquet flooring after lifting up three layers of carpet and underlay.
The parquet flooring goes through the landing to the living room as Josh explained: “We'd seen a tiny corner when we visited the house but when we found out it was diamond parquet in perfect condition we were blown away."
The couple then posted the video of the discovery on TikTok with thousands of comments astounded by their find.
One viewer said, “You didn't just struck gold. That's finding diamond. It's beautiful", whilst another added, "You hit the floor lottery!!!!".
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Another responded: "I am one of those people who's typically not a fan of parquet floors. And not to be dramatic.... but I would die for those floors! GORGEOUS. 🥺❤"
@brooks_renovation This was the moment we first saw the flooring 🤩
♬ original sound - Josh
Couple claim parquet flooring worth up to £25k
After making the discovery the couple called out a flooring specialist who was amazed by the condition of the flooring.
They claim the flooring specialist said that due to the preserved nature of the parquet flooring it is worth between £20,000-£25,000.
Josh said: "We had a flooring specialist come round to have a look and told us it's some of the best type of oak he's seen and in excellent condition."
@brooks_renovation ♬ HOOLIGANG - Joey Valence & Brae
What are the couple going to do with the parquet flooring?
The couple have decided to keep and renovate the old flooring with the aim of "bringing it back to life".
They have already begun restoring the parquet flooring by sanding and are deciding on what varnish and stain to use for the finish as they continue renovating the whole house.
But the discovery goes to show what secrets homes can house.
@brooks_renovation ♬ ocean eyes by ashworthbeats - mikey
News Editor Joseph has previously written for Today’s Media and Chambers & Partners, focusing on news for conveyancers and industry professionals. Joseph has just started his own self build project, building his own home on his family’s farm with planning permission for a timber frame, three-bedroom house in a one-acre field. The foundation work has already begun and he hopes to have the home built in the next year. Prior to this he renovated his family's home as well as doing several DIY projects, including installing a shower, building sheds, and livestock fences and shelters for the farm’s animals. Outside of homebuilding, Joseph loves rugby and has written for Rugby World, the world’s largest rugby magazine.
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