I need to replace my old flooring with Nashville Floor Covering. There is a multitude of
reasons this needs to be done; mold, wear and tear, the desire for a new
look. The question is; do I tackle it myself or let a professional
handle the job?
Here are a few things I need to consider:
1. What will I be covering? Is it cement, fibre board, or some other substrate? What is the condition of the sub-floor? Each type of underlayment will require preparation before the actual flooring can be applied. In the case of mold, special steps must be taken to eliminate the mold before any new product is applied. The surface will also affect the type of adhesive required. In some cases, vinyl may be applied directly over ceramic tile and wood floors.
2. The surface must be clean and dry. Excessive moisture will affect adhesion. This is particularly crucial when dealing with concrete or cement surfaces. Check the manufactures specifications when dealing with adhesives.
3. If an underlayment is required, there are a number of products to choose from. Quarter inch plywood (Lauan) and hardy board are some examples of underlayment. Lauan can be either glued or stapled into place. Care must be used with staples to be sure the staple does not blow through or stick above the surface of the plywood.
4. The physical shape of the room. The more protrusions there are walls, corners, etc. will make the installation more complex. Laying out vinyl will involve constructing a template of the room. This is usually done with heavy paper that comes in a roll and can be purchased at you favorite home store.
5. Once the template is complete, lay it out over you vinyl and begin the shaping process, gluing, and laying process.
If gluing is not your cup of tea, consider using a floating vinyl floor. Contact a flooring professional for more information on any of your flooring concerns.
Here are a few things I need to consider:
1. What will I be covering? Is it cement, fibre board, or some other substrate? What is the condition of the sub-floor? Each type of underlayment will require preparation before the actual flooring can be applied. In the case of mold, special steps must be taken to eliminate the mold before any new product is applied. The surface will also affect the type of adhesive required. In some cases, vinyl may be applied directly over ceramic tile and wood floors.
2. The surface must be clean and dry. Excessive moisture will affect adhesion. This is particularly crucial when dealing with concrete or cement surfaces. Check the manufactures specifications when dealing with adhesives.
3. If an underlayment is required, there are a number of products to choose from. Quarter inch plywood (Lauan) and hardy board are some examples of underlayment. Lauan can be either glued or stapled into place. Care must be used with staples to be sure the staple does not blow through or stick above the surface of the plywood.
4. The physical shape of the room. The more protrusions there are walls, corners, etc. will make the installation more complex. Laying out vinyl will involve constructing a template of the room. This is usually done with heavy paper that comes in a roll and can be purchased at you favorite home store.
5. Once the template is complete, lay it out over you vinyl and begin the shaping process, gluing, and laying process.
If gluing is not your cup of tea, consider using a floating vinyl floor. Contact a flooring professional for more information on any of your flooring concerns.
