What should you consider before starting to install the vinyl floor?
There are a number of aspects that you need to consider when installing a Floorify vinyl floor:
Before installation, allow the floor to acclimate horizontally at room temperature for at least 12 hours for click floors to ensure easier installation. For gluedown floors, a longer acclimation period of at least 24 hours is required. In cold conditions (outside temperature below 10°C), we recommend extending the acclimation time to a minimum of 48 hours.
The screed should be clean, flat, permanently dry and stable. So be sure to check if the floor is sufficiently flat and dry.
Carefully consider how you want to lay the floor, measure the area properly and use an installation plan, if necessary. Ensure that you do not end the room with a small strip.
When laying through to other rooms, think a few steps ahead. Take the time to get a good overview of everything. If applicable, discuss with the installer how exactly the work will be carried out.
If necessary, discuss with the installation company exactly how to proceed.
Read the installation instructions carefully and follow the recommendations given.
A good start is half the job! A good start will make it easier to install the rows that follow.
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?