How To Install Laminate Wood Flooring With Attached Pad

How to Install Laminate Wood Flooring With Attached Pad

Laminate wood flooring with attached pad is a popular and easy-to-install flooring option that can give your home a beautiful, updated look. Here are the essential steps on how to install laminate wood flooring with attached pad:

Materials:

- Laminate wood flooring with attached pad - Underlayment (optional) - Moisture barrier (optional) - Expansion spacers - Measuring tape - Pencil - Utility knife - Circular saw or jigsaw - Hammer or nail gun - Tapping block - Pry bar

Instructions:

1. Prepare the subfloor:

The subfloor should be level, dry, and free of debris. If the subfloor is not level, you may need to use a self-leveling compound to level it. If the subfloor is not dry, you may need to install a moisture barrier.

2. Install the underlayment (optional):

Underlayment can help to reduce sound and provide a more comfortable walking surface. If you are installing underlayment, roll it out over the subfloor and secure it with tape or staples.

3. Install the moisture barrier (optional):

A moisture barrier can help to protect the laminate flooring from moisture damage. If you are installing a moisture barrier, roll it out over the underlayment and secure it with tape or staples.

4. Measure and cut the flooring:

Measure the length and width of the room and cut the laminate flooring to size using a circular saw or jigsaw. Be sure to leave a 1/4-inch gap around the perimeter of the room for expansion.

5. Install the first row of flooring:

Start by installing the first row of flooring along one wall of the room. Use expansion spacers to create a 1/4-inch gap between the flooring and the wall. Tap the flooring into place using a tapping block and a hammer or nail gun.

6. Continue installing the flooring:

Continue installing the flooring by working your way across the room. Stagger the joints between the rows of flooring to create a more natural look. Tap the flooring into place using a tapping block and a hammer or nail gun.

7. Install the last row of flooring:

The last row of flooring may need to be cut to fit. Measure the length of the last row and cut the flooring to size. Tap the flooring into place using a tapping block and a hammer or nail gun.