Should I use a moisture barrier with a Floorify floor?
Yes, when installing a Floorify floor on a concrete substrate or another substrate that is sensitive to moisture, the use of a moisture barrier is recommended. This prevents any moisture from the subfloor from damaging the floor. Although Floorify floors are waterproof, moisture from below can still affect the subfloor and the life of the floor. A moisture barrier helps to keep your floor and the space underneath dry and in good condition.
There are different types of moisture barriers. A plastic moisture barrier, such as a vapor-proof foil, may only be used in combination with click floors. In addition, there is a liquid moisture barrier (such as an epoxy coating) that is applied directly to the subfloor. This type is suitable for both click and gluedown floors and provides a reliable barrier against rising moisture.
A properly applied moisture barrier protects your floor and helps keep everything dry and in optimal condition.
Preparation & Subfloor
- Do you need to take an expansion joint into account when installing a Floorify rigid vinyl floor?
- What should you consider before starting to install the vinyl floor?
- What tools do I need to install a Floorify vinyl floor?
- Can you use a different underlay to the Floorify underlay?
- Does a vinyl floor need to acclimatise?
- Moisture in the surface, is it a problem?
- Where in the room is the best place to start installing a vinyl floor?
- Should I use a moisture barrier with a Floorify floor?
- How should you install the Floorify underlay?
- Do you need to level the surface before you can install a Floorify floor?
- When is an underlay needed?
- How long should you wait before installing a vinyl floor on a fresh concrete or screed floor?
- Which underlay is most suitable for a Floorify vinyl floor?
- Why is an underfloor needed when installing a vinyl floor?
- Do you need to copy the expansion joint of the screed to the Floorify?
- How do I choose the right underlay for my Floorify?
- How much expansion joint should I provide with Floorify?