To help you start your installation project off right here are a few tips for preparing your subfloor.
How to install vinyl sheet flooring on wood subfloor.
It s still a manageable job if you have a little diy skill.
Before you install sheet vinyl the subfloor must be in good condition.
Sheet vinyl flooring provides a durable surface for high traffic areas in your home.
This installation method creates a floating floor which means gripstrip vinyl planking covers the subfloor without adhering or fastening to it in any manner.
Wood subfloors are durable and designed to last but the process of installing luxury vinyl flooring over wood is slightly more complex than concrete.
The first step to proper installation is to get the subfloor in order.
After 72 hours try to pull up the vinyl.
Vinyl is one of the few types of floors that can be safely installed over concrete wood or other solid floors.
Here s a step by step guide to help you prepare a wood subfloor for luxury vinyl.