Your estimator will check to the best of their ability the levelness of your sub-floor this way you can make the best possible decision regarding the selected products for your new project. For example, carpet tends to hid sub-floor issues in some instances. As noted above, if the installer discovers any issues with the subfloor when removing the existing flooring materials, they will bring it to your attention immediately and let you know of any additional charges that will be incurred to level the sub-floor.
Natural light will also impact its appearance. Depending on the species and grade of the wood you selected, there is always the possibility you will see knots, checks small cracks , and other minor imperfections. We strongly recommend customers be home when the installers first arrive. This allows the installers to review the materials with you and confirm installation areas. The installers may also ask where they can set up a saw to make cuts.
Our installers always use drop cloths to protect nearby furniture and delicate items. The installers will need to remove the existing floors and it should be known that they will have to use tools like saws, crow bars and even scrapers that will generate noise, dust and may cause nail pops in the ceiling below.
The installers will install your new floor as discussed with your estimator. There are a few different methods of installation that are appropriate for a variety of scenarios and will impact the look and feel of the flooring once installed. Once the installers finish installing your new flooring, they will clean up and remove all work-related debris and then begin moving the furniture back into the space.
Please remember, this is the first time our installers have been in your home and they will do their best to put all the furniture back in their proper locations. Lastly, they will ask you to walk through the job with them to make sure all work is completed to your satisfaction. Proper care and maintenance is critical to maintaining your new flooring. It is recommended that you add felt pads to furniture, add rugs in entrance areas to catch debris from the outdoors, and keep the floor swept to help reduce scratches.
This is important to note as you may notice some movement after the installation. A 3 year installation warranty is included when you choose Avalon Flooring to install your products. Forgot your password? Enter your email address and we'll send you instructions on how to reset your password. Skip to content. Now Hiring! During the Installation Process We strongly recommend customers be home when the installers first arrive.
After the Installation Process Once the installers finish installing your new flooring, they will clean up and remove all work-related debris and then begin moving the furniture back into the space. Your Investment is Protected A 3 year installation warranty is included when you choose Avalon Flooring to install your products. Learn More. The foam underlayment deadens sound and helps the floor feel more resilient and durable.
Editor's Tip: Some flooring planks come with underlayment padding already installed. If you have this type of flooring, you do not need to install the traditional underlayment. To decide which direction to lay the laminate wood floor planks, consider which wall is the longest and straightest. Avoid a narrow strip against the focal-point wall.
Planks in the last row should be at least 2 inches wide. If the last row will be less than 2 inches wide, add that width to the width of a full plank and divide by 2. Cut planks in the first and last rows to this width.
Depending on your layout, you may need to rip, or cut, the first row of planks lengthwise. If using a power saw , cut with the finished side down; if using a handsaw, cut with the finished side up.
Use clamps to steady the floor planks as you cut them. Laminate wood flooring kits come with space chips. The won't be visible once the baseboard is attached. Install the laminate floor planks with the tongue side facing the wall some manufacturers recommend you cut off the tongue edge of planks that face walls.
Connect one plank to another by connecting the tongues and grooves. You may be able to snugly connect the planks by hand, or you may need to use a pull bar from the installation kit and a hammer to pull them together or a tapping block to tap the joints together. Cut the last plank in the row to length save the scraps if they're at least 12 inches long.
Install additional rows of laminate wood flooring. As you snap on new rows, stagger the seams at least 12 inches in adjoining rows, much like you'd see on a wood plank wall or a brick wall. You often can start a new row with the scrap from the plank you cut to end the previous row. You'll need to slide the planks for the last row of flooring into position at an angle, then gently pry them into place with the pry bar.
Cut around door casings. Don't try to cut planks to fit around door casings. Rest a piece of flooring with underlayment on the floor and against the casing.
Rest the jamb saw on top and cut the casing to the desired height. Reinstall the trim. After the planks are in place, reinstall the baseboard molding using the hammer and finishing nails. Then install shoe molding over the expansion joints and use transition strips to connect the laminate to adjoining surfaces, such as tile or carpet. Do not nail through the floor, just through the trim and wall.
Glueless laminate flooring is easy to install and can be walked on the same day. Install laminate wood flooring in no time at all with our helpful how-to instructions and tips. Save Pin FB More. How to do it Part 1 Step 1 Acclimate the Flooring Your laminate wood flooring should sit in the room for at least 48 hours prior to installation, giving it time to expand or contract in relation to the room's temperature and humidity.
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