🧱 Subfloor and Underlay

Why It Matters

Before installing any flooring, inspect your subfloor. It should be clean, dry, level, and stable.

Types of Underlay

• Foam underlay for laminate and LVP
• Moisture barriers for concrete subfloors
• Cement backer board for ceramic tile

Proper preparation ensures durability and comfort.

🪵 Laminate Flooring

Why Choose Laminate

Laminate flooring is popular for its click-lock installation and realistic wood visuals. It’s scratch-resistant and easy to clean.

Installation Tips

• Leave a ¼-inch expansion gap
• Use a tapping block and pull bar
• Stagger planks for a natural look

🧽 Vinyl Flooring

Where It Works Best

Vinyl flooring works well in kitchens, bathrooms, and basements. It’s available in sheets, tiles, and planks.

Installation Options

• Peel-and-stick tiles for quick upgrades
• Loose lay or click-lock planks for floating floors
• Glue-down sheets for permanent coverage

🧱 Ceramic Flooring

Benefits of Ceramic Tile

Ceramic tile is ideal for bathrooms, kitchens, and entryways. It’s water-resistant and long-lasting.

DIY Installation Tips

• Use a tile cutter or wet saw
• Apply thin-set mortar and spacers
• Seal grout to prevent staining

🌿 Cork and Bamboo Flooring

Eco-Friendly Flooring Options

Natural and renewable, cork and bamboo offer warmth and sustainability.

Key Features

• Cork: Soft, insulating, click-lock or glue-down
• Bamboo: Hard, strand-woven or engineered, installs like laminate

🪞 LVP Flooring

Luxury Vinyl Plank Advantages

LVP combines the durability of vinyl with the aesthetics of hardwood. It’s waterproof and easy to install.

Why DIYers Love It

• Click-lock installation
• Realistic wood textures
• Ideal for open-concept spaces and pet-friendly homes