Laminate Flooring Installation

Before beginning the installation, clear the room of furniture and remove any existing flooring or carpet. Ensure the subfloor is clean, dry, and level. If necessary, use underlayment to achieve a smooth base.

Place the laminate planks in the room for at least 48 hours before installation. This allows the flooring to acclimate to the room's temperature and humidity, preventing warping post-installation.

Plan the layout of your flooring. Decide the direction in which the planks will be laid. Measure the room to determine how many planks you will need and to plan for any necessary cuts.

Using a saw, cut the laminate planks to fit your room dimensions. Remember to leave a gap around the edges for expansion, typically about a quarter of an inch.

Starting from a corner, place the first plank down. Make sure to leave the expansion gap. Fit the end tongue and groove of each plank tightly together.

For each new row, ensure planks are staggered so the seams do not line up across rows, providing a stronger and more visually pleasing floor.

Continue laying the flooring while maintaining the expansion gaps on the perimeter. Use spacers to help maintain this gap consistently.

Measure and cut the planks to fit in the last row, considering the expansion gap. Use a pull bar or similar tool to fit the last row as it might be tight.

Install baseboards, quarter-round moulding, or other types of threshold and transition strips to cover the expansion gaps. Securely fasten these finishing touches into the wall, not the floor.

Ensure you have all necessary tools and materials before starting the job. This includes: laminate flooring, underlayment, saw, spacers, pull bar, hammer, tape measure, and appropriate cutting tools.

Always follow safety guidelines when operating tools. Wear protective eyewear and gloves when cutting and installing laminate flooring.