Can laminate flooring be installed directly over concrete?

Laminate flooring can be used immediately after installation. Laminate flooring can be installed over concrete, wood or carpet subfloor or other surfaces. Installation of good quality underlayment is highly recommended. Installing underlayment is easy but it has to be done precise to avoid any tears.

Do you need to seal concrete before flooring?

Yes. You should always seal concrete with a moisture barrier primer sealer or paint. Any store should carry low voc concrete sealer. Use a clear coat to ensure lower voc’s than stains.

What can I put under laminate flooring on concrete?

With a concrete subfloor, you will need an underlayment that acts as a vapor barrier in order to prevent moisture from penetrating through to your laminate installation. The normal choice is a thin foam pad material made of polyethylene or polypropylene, which rolls out in sheets.

How do you seal a concrete floor before laying vinyl?

Scrape off excess with a putty knife and allow the filler to dry. Your floor must be as smooth and flat as possible for the vinyl tiles to look their best. Stir or shake the sealer thoroughly, then apply it over the floor with a paint roller the way you would to apply paint to a wall, instructs Build Direct.

How smooth does concrete need to be for laminate?

There should be no humps or bumps. Certainly not greater than 1/8″. You can grind down high spots and fill low spots with self-leveling material.

What is a good underlayment for laminate?

BEST OVERALL: Roberts First Step 630-Square Foot Roll Underlayment.

What do you seal a concrete floor with?

Acrylic sealer – This easy-to-apply sealer is best for basements and other concrete floors that will not come into contact with oil or grease. Acrylic sealer sits on top of the concrete instead of seeping in, which makes it ideal for sealing interior floors.