Tips For Installing Laminate Plank Flooring

It is recommended to look at three random boxes use a laminate installation kit to help with installation.

Tips for installing laminate plank flooring.

For example if your room measures 123 in and your flooring is 5 75 in. How to install vinyl plank flooring as a beginner. Your goal is to create the flattest smoothest surface possible as the underlayment for the vinyl plank flooring. Install the first row of flooring.

If you are installing the flooring below grade or in a room like a basement with high humidity or moisture lay down a vapor barrier before you install the flooring. Measure the width of the room and divide it by the width of the exposed portion of the plank before you start installing vinyl plank flooring. This will allow them to acclimate to the room s temperature and humidity. See my flooring install playlist.

Roll out the underlayment. Our flooring pro recommends installing underlayment perpendicular to the way the planks will be installed. Wide you d divide 123 by 5 75 which is 21 39. Before installing laminate first prepare the subfloor.

Continue in this manner for the remainder of the row trimming the last plank as needed. They should acclimate for at least 48 hours. Use whatever tape is recommended by the underlayment manufacturer or buy an underlayment that has built in seam tape. 10 beginner mistakes installing vinyl plank flooring home renovation this video sponsored by skillshare.

Vinyl plank flooring can usually be laid right over existing flooring but if there are any high spots they should be sanded down to create a flush surface for the new floor. Install the second plank by holding it at an angle and inserting its tongue edge into the first plank s groove edge. For a free 2 month trial go to. Lay the first plank appropriately spaced from the wall.

Lay out the unopened boxes of laminate planks in the room. To ensure the new laminate planks fits neatly around doorways it s necessary to trim the door casings and side jambs so the. That is it would take 21 39 planks to complete the floor. Lower the second plank to snap the planks together.

8 steps for installing laminate flooring. Also make sure the floor is clean flat and smooth.