The installation of hardwood floors by the glue down method is used predominately on concrete slabs.
How to install glue down engineered wood flooring on concrete.
Applications are more prominent with residential construction in sunbelt areas commercial locations and high rise dwellings.
Set the expansion gap.
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.
Follow these steps install engineered hardwood over a concrete floor.
Some engineered wood flooring products are designed for a glue down application when installing flooring over a concrete slab.
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In this video we show you how to glue down a prefinished engineered hardwood floor over a concrete slab.
Glue down hardwood floors on concrete.
Apply the glue to a small area.
Boards adhere well to the rough surface of the concrete subfloor and therefore lead to less gaps or planks lifting and buckling.
The glue down method of engineered wood flooring installation is typically the most common and creates a highly stable floor.