Installing your own flooring can be a rewarding DIY project, saving money while giving your home a fresh new look. Whether you’re laying vinyl, laminate or LVT, preparation, the right tools and attention to detail are key.
Step 1: Prepare Your Space
Remove furniture and old flooring. Ensure your subfloor is clean, dry and level. Acclimate your new flooring materials in the room for at least 48 hours before installation.
Step 2: Gather Essential Tools
- Tape measure
- Utility knife
- Rubber mallet
- Spacers
- Pull bar
Step 3: Lay Your Flooring
Vinyl & LVT Laminate Flooring
Start in the longest corner of the room and work outward. Use adhesive or click-lock systems as per the product instructions.
Laminate
Lay underlay first, then snap planks together, staggering joints for strength.
Step 4: Finishing Touches
Install trim or skirting boards to cover expansion gaps. Clean the floor and inspect for any issues.
Step 5: Troubleshooting Tips
- Planks not fitting correctly? Double-check your measurements.
- Uneven subfloor? Use leveling compound before laying flooring.
- Gaps at edges? Ensure spacers are correctly placed and flooring has acclimated properly.
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