Always follow the adhesive manufacturer s recommendation for proper subfloor spread rate and trowel notch.
How to glue down wood flooring to concrete.
Applications are more prominent with residential construction in sunbelt areas commercial locations and high rise dwellings.
The installation of hardwood floors by the glue down method is used predominately on concrete slabs.
From this video you ll learn about how to install hardwood floor on concrete when you need to start from the middle of the room.
Installing engineered wood flooring is a great project for the diyer who desires the look of a professional wood floor with the strength and longevity offered by its sturdy design.
Yes you can and i glue together and install tongue and groove white oak flooring into panels and glue those sections onto the concrete floor in my shop u.
There are three ways to do it and the glue down method that you ll see in this video is great for concrete sub.
Getting ready to install engineered hardwood.
All wet work such as concrete masonry framing members drywall paint etc should be thoroughly dry.
A vapor retarder is recommended anytime solid 3 4 wood flooring is installed over concrete.
A sidebar offers advice on checking the concrete slab for moisture before you start.
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If necessary add vapor retarder before applying underlayment.
Some engineered wood flooring products are designed for a glue down application when installing flooring over a concrete slab.