Your goal is to create the flattest smoothest surface possible as the underlayment for the vinyl plank flooring.
Tips for installing laminate plank flooring.
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.
Our flooring pro recommends installing underlayment perpendicular to the way the planks will be installed.
Use whatever tape is recommended by the underlayment manufacturer or buy an underlayment that has built in seam tape.
They should acclimate for at least 48 hours.
To ensure the new laminate planks fits neatly around doorways it s necessary to trim the door casings and side jambs so the.
This will allow them to acclimate to the room s temperature and humidity.
Wide you d divide 123 by 5 75 which is 21 39.
Continue in this manner for the remainder of the row trimming the last plank as needed.
For example if your room measures 123 in and your flooring is 5 75 in.
Install the first row of flooring.
Install the second plank by holding it at an angle and inserting its tongue edge into the first plank s groove edge.
Lay out the unopened boxes of laminate planks in the room.
Lay the first plank appropriately spaced from the wall.
Use a tapping block.
That is it would take 21 39 planks to complete the floor.
It is recommended to look at three random boxes use a laminate installation kit to help with installation.
Also make sure the floor is clean flat and smooth.
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.
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Lower the second plank to snap the planks together.
Roll out the underlayment.
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