Replacing A Wood Floor Over An Existing Laminate Floor

Hardwood floors take a lot of abuse and over time they can become stained warped chipped or just dull.

Replacing a wood floor over an existing laminate floor.

Because hardwood floors can last for generations they raise your home s value more than laminate floors. If your laminate has a built in underlayer you may install it right on top of the hardwood. But if the damage is severe you have to replace the plank you. You can fix minor chips and scratches in a laminate floor with filler products.

Tile will last forever under normal conditions but carpet and laminate may need replacement in ten years or less. I would suggest 3 8 thick prefinished engineered hardwood flooring. Ceramic and stone tile vinyl and laminate flooring tile and sheet linoleum hardwood planks and decorative concrete can all be installed over existing linoleum. Nail down or floating floors may be installed over existing vinyl as long as it s no more than two layers thick.

Thoroughly vacuum the existing floor and use a long floor leveler and tape measure to ensure the subfloor is level within 3 16 inch for every 10 feet. When your hardwood floor begins to appear worn. Safety glasses and hearing protection should be worn during this procedure. Laminate flooring is an attractive durable kind of flooring made to withstand stains fading and dents.

Donna asks we are thinking about replacing our tile floor in the kitchen. Is it possible to lay hardwood over an existing tile floor yes you can lay a wood floor over tile if the existing floor is in good shape and without cracks. It s a great choice for households with children and pets and comes in a variety of styles textures and colors. How to video on replacing a damaged board in a prefinished hardwood floor.

Hardwood properly maintained can last for decades but it may require more maintenance than other flooring options. Whether it s a small chip or a big divot you can repair it with simple diy techniques that make the floor look as good as new. If the new flooring does not have the built in underlayer simply roll out and tape your underlayment to the wood floor and begin installing the laminate.