Always read the flooring manufacturers recommendations and instructions before installing the underlayment.
How to install moisture barrier on concrete floor.
The barrier comes in rolls about twenty four inches wide.
When you put in new hardwood or laminate flooring it is important to first install a moisture barrier which will protect the new floor from water damage caused by condensation or leaks on the.
This video demonstrates how to install a moisture barrier over a concrete subfloor.
Before rolling out the underlayment be sure to sweep vacuum and remove all debris on the substructure.
Install a plastic vapor barrier.
This video describes the process of installing a moisture barrier over a concrete subfloor.
Using a utility knife cut the length long enough to wrap edges up the wall 3 4 inches.
Wrap vapor barrier up edge of wall 3 4 inches and tape to wall.
A concrete floor seems like the perfect base for a vinyl floor installation.
A concrete floor with a too high moisture content can wreak havoc on a vinyl floor.
A vapor barrier against the concrete surface is generally recommended before wood framing or flooring materials are installed.
If your concrete passes the moisture test then plastic sheeting at least 6 mils thick will prevent moisture from getting into your laminate flooring.
How to install vapor barrier on concrete floor under laminate flooring.
A moisture barrier may or may not be needed to insure good adhesion of your vinyl floor so do your homework to avoid problems later on down the road.
May be higher check job specifications or building codes.
Where plastic sheets must be joined overlap the sheets by several inches and use strong vinyl tape to secure them.
Below grade walls and floor slabs transmit ground moisture through concrete walls or slabs.
When rolling out the moisture barrier you want to go from wall to wall and cover the entire floor.
Tips for concrete floor vapor barrier installation.
For optimal moisture control you will want to overlap the poly barrier by at least six inches.
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