What underlay do you use for wood flooring?

Sticky backed underlay can be used with both solid wood flooring and engineered wood flooring. The underlay is laid onto the subfloor, and then the plastic backing is gradually removed, to reveal a sticky layer as the floor is being laid.

What is the best underlay for wood flooring on concrete?

Laminate 3mm has a built in damp proof membrane so works great when laying on concrete, for example kitchens and other downstairs rooms. It also works well in upstairs rooms on wooden floor boards.

Do you need underlay for wood?

If you want your engineered wood floor to last a long time, you need an even subfloor. Underlays smooth out the subfloor and cancel out minor dips and flaws that might otherwise affect your new floors. The even surface an underlay provides creates more stability for your engineered wood floors.

What thickness of underlay do you need for laminate flooring?

We would recommend an underlay of 3 – 5mm for laminate flooring. It should be at least 3mm thick to provide comfort and ground levelling properties. But, it should be no more than 5mm thick. If it’s any thicker, you could experience problems with the laminate’s locking system.

Can you put wood flooring directly on concrete?

If you have a concrete slab main floor or basement, you may be wondering if it’s possible to install hardwood flooring directly on top of the concrete. The short answer is yes.

What sort of underlay do I need?

The best type of underlay for carpet is PU foam. It is the best option due its many advantages over alternative types of underlay such as its strong heat insulation abilities and the soft underfoot it provides. However, sponge rubber is another solid option.

Can you use carpet underlay for wood flooring?

You should never use carpet underlay when installing hardwood or laminate. Carpet underlay is too thick for hardwood or laminate. While it may cut your costs, it will cause more harm than good to your new flooring.

How do I know what underlay I need?

The two most important factors you need to consider when choosing an underlay for laminate flooring, is the type of sub-floor you have in the room, on which the floor will be fitted and the kind of insulation you want to provide to it. Usually the sub-floor consists of either concrete or a wooden floor base.