How to Install Laminate Flooring

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  • Time to update your floor? Learn how to install laminate flooring as Steve walks you through this DIY flooring installation project.
    Difficulty Level: Moderate. If you are not 100% confident installing laminate flooring, Lowe's recommends that you hire a professional. Call 1-877-GO-LOWES to learn more about installation services through Lowe’s.
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  • @tzvibendaniel2045
    @tzvibendaniel2045 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    You forgot to put the links for the tools in the description!

  • @LubaLuba1
    @LubaLuba1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Question I have slab floor not in the basement existing is 9x9 inch vct tiles the plank vinyl is high end and has built in backing should I still use underlayment?? My worry is it being too spongy and possibly damaging itself the underlayment i am thinking of using is Easy Comfort 2mm from Lowes.

  • @MariMari-vq8hl
    @MariMari-vq8hl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow! Very simple and helpful for a homeowner to follow along! Learned some product names as well! Nice job :)

  • @zakhesipho8026
    @zakhesipho8026 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thenk you for showing me tips but how can I stool woodlook tile in randoval?

  • @Shibbyisthebest
    @Shibbyisthebest 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    very help full

  • @georgerrumph4989
    @georgerrumph4989 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Awesome. Outstanding and clear instructional video. I'm confident I can begin my first flooring job. Thank you. I shop at Lowe's every week.

    • @andreparrish9392
      @andreparrish9392 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Reply stop 🛑 stop ✋ call 📱

  • @nehnehnehbatman
    @nehnehnehbatman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Steve!

  • @johnhenderson1800
    @johnhenderson1800 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Wow really good video I give it to Lowe’s. I love this guy.

  • @christinapham3757
    @christinapham3757 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thankfully . Mr

  • @melinda5777
    @melinda5777 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video!

  • @hollywood28546
    @hollywood28546 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your video mentioned about listing the items needed at the bottom. Have not seen anything. Please let us know. Thanks.

  • @JaysonElliot
    @JaysonElliot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Where's the "handy reference list" of tools needed that's mentioned at 0:30 seconds?

  • @Wairuanor
    @Wairuanor ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There's supposed to be a "handy reference list" in the description - but I cannot see it.

  • @DAINGUYEN-zh9lc
    @DAINGUYEN-zh9lc 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome 👏👏👏

  • @kingman2332
    @kingman2332 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    The best thing about this video is no loud, stupid-a** music!

    • @MistyWoman4
      @MistyWoman4 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I absolutely agree! I hate that!

  • @einwol
    @einwol ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is there a needed tool list?

  • @josephrob4424
    @josephrob4424 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where do you get the transition pieces?

  • @JosephAlcantara-xz2cn
    @JosephAlcantara-xz2cn ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi! thanks for this video. I would like to ask if you video guides on how laminate big walls, where you are going to need multiple sheets of laminate, and you have to install them together and make them appear like it's perfectly & seamlessly joint together. It would also be very helpful if you can provide common problems encountered like the condition of the area where laminates are to be applied, and then how we can correct those problems or imperfections?

  • @yrusonoz5574
    @yrusonoz5574 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is cool...might do this in my house

  • @MistyWoman4
    @MistyWoman4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Off to watch yet another video to learn how to lay this floor down. With or without barriers or underlay.

    • @user-ym9mv4df3n
      @user-ym9mv4df3n 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You need underlayment

    • @user-ym9mv4df3n
      @user-ym9mv4df3n 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You need underlayment.

  • @armandohernan4610
    @armandohernan4610 ปีที่แล้ว

    First video I see adding culking and that foam road?. Is it necessary?

    • @wvp07
      @wvp07 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He said it was for further waterproofing. I would at least use it for an exterior or wet wall.
      PS I’m replacing the baseboards though so, for us, maybe just a bit of foam on those walls, no caulking.

  • @tannerbrown8701
    @tannerbrown8701 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When you cut with the saw. What kind of blade. General purpose or a fine cut blade ?

    • @tcb258
      @tcb258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm guessing it won't matter since the cut will be under the trim molding.

    • @irish89055
      @irish89055 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fine

    • @armandohernan4610
      @armandohernan4610 ปีที่แล้ว

      80 teeth

  • @dpurrott
    @dpurrott 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is laminate flooring good to use in a 3 season room in upstate New York?

  • @livinglifeacademy777
    @livinglifeacademy777 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The floor does not snap-together very good

  • @yvettereed7576
    @yvettereed7576 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What if your floor is uneven like kitchen dining room not basement concrete. What can i use to level the floor? should i use a special concrete or something else? Help

    • @MistyWoman4
      @MistyWoman4 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve just keep watching how different floor layers work.I did see one on how to level a floor by pouring a product on it but that was on concrete. Good luck.🍀

    • @x_MrYAYA_x
      @x_MrYAYA_x ปีที่แล้ว

      Self leveling concrete

  • @TerrieCarter
    @TerrieCarter 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent, easy to follow instructions.

  • @the_jonathan_o
    @the_jonathan_o 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm seventeen and not a homeowner. Just enjoy watching the videos. But if anything, I feel like more explaining should be neccessary for when you cut around poles and or vents. I know for vents it's kinda straight foward. But for those who still have trouble.

  • @thomastechnical2075
    @thomastechnical2075 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wao I love this

  • @MistyWoman4
    @MistyWoman4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I flunked math. I’m doomed! lol I notice some put barriers and underlay under the planks. Some use nothing. We are putting a floor like this down and I’m confused how to start. Any suggestions?

    • @newtonroberts590
      @newtonroberts590 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Read the instructions on the flooring you buy and it will let you know if it needs anything.

  • @daniilyakovlev2858
    @daniilyakovlev2858 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, thanks a lot

  • @UrsulaY01
    @UrsulaY01 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So my last plank, according to the math to find the last plank width, is .5”. That’s not good. So how do I fix it? Yours worked out well but mine doesn’t.

    • @rittau
      @rittau 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      You would cut your first row to have a smaller width, which will increase the width of the last row

    • @jeremynguyen2346
      @jeremynguyen2346 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rittau what tools are needed

    • @Tbird761
      @Tbird761 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@jeremynguyen2346 Just the same saw he showed cutting length wise to get rid of the tongues for instance. You'd maybe cut your first row planks in half lengthwise.

  • @dmarti47
    @dmarti47 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Question: how prone to creaking is laminate flooring?

    • @nathancrabtree758
      @nathancrabtree758 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You shouldn’t have any creaking unless you’re actual subfloor is creaking

  • @carolynwolfe5023
    @carolynwolfe5023 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I don't know what kind of underlayment to buy.

    • @dmarti47
      @dmarti47 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think it depends on the manufacturer's instructions. Have you checked that?

    • @jeremynguyen2346
      @jeremynguyen2346 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dmarti47 what is floor underpayment

    • @jeremynguyen2346
      @jeremynguyen2346 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dmarti47 what is floor underlayment

  • @moh8196
    @moh8196 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    NEED TOOL LIST ! CURRENTLY HAVE HAND STUCK IN TOASTER DUE TO UNCLEAR INSTRUCTIONS !!
    SENd HELP~ PLZ

  • @dannybiles2466
    @dannybiles2466 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So #2 board is cut in half 3:45

  • @AlexisRamirez-vh2tn
    @AlexisRamirez-vh2tn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Let me work for you please

  • @joshuahaney1135
    @joshuahaney1135 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I can’t get mine to fall down

  • @geminiman2158
    @geminiman2158 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why didn’t he use a rubber mallet to make sure the floors latch together?

  • @chrisc7516
    @chrisc7516 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You put in expansion gaps on the floor trim. 😅

  • @svietka202
    @svietka202 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    i m addicted to this store. Why arent u guys opening in Israel?

    • @AlyAloan
      @AlyAloan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      ٦ختاا

  • @scottwinslow8772
    @scottwinslow8772 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why not remove the baseboard ?

    • @mconaway86
      @mconaway86 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You WILL damage the walls or baseboards pulling it off, it will also leave gross caulking behind you will need to scrape off if you re use the base boards. if you plan to re paint the room that is an option, you will need to re attach the base boards, fill the holes, caulk it on, and repaint all the trim.
      Or you can just install shoe molding and move on with you life.

  • @lordanny9099
    @lordanny9099 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    If someone sees this please help I’m 15 trying to do this with my dad and he is a mechanic so this is different to us someone PLEASE HELP

    • @kashfortheking
      @kashfortheking 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Just look at the videos. Think of it like a really large but easy puzzle.

    • @levilady03
      @levilady03 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How did you and your Dad do on laying your flooring? I thought the video was extremely helpful.

  • @williamhartsell6390
    @williamhartsell6390 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Why wouldn't you flush out your flooring with the wall not the baseboards

    • @josephpostma1787
      @josephpostma1787 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Because the baseboards were already installed. Ideally the baseboards would be installed on top of the flooring.

  • @waynebeck7801
    @waynebeck7801 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Clicking down the floor is easy...the math is the hard part.

  • @bradh4078
    @bradh4078 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Never wipe 100 percent silicon caulk with anything! You will have a mess like you've never seen. Cut the tube tip small and on an angle. Practice your CONTINOUS caulk bead technique on two pieces of scrape wood with a 90 degree joint. Increase the tip opening until you get the bead size that looks best. Always make one continuous bead, never stop until you absolutely have to. Buy some cheap latex caulk and practice, practice I can't stress this enough! Again, never ever wipe 100 percent silicon caulk! It is not water based. Even Beter yet, install PVC quarter round or shoe molding. I have never seen anyone caulk a floating floor with his method, really odd.

  • @johnteel1034
    @johnteel1034 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes you and everyone else thinks that background music is helpful NOT! Great instructions though

  • @peacekeepermoe
    @peacekeepermoe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    John Goodman: I never acted this film, I swear!

  • @jkarasta1
    @jkarasta1 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks skipping the complicated parts where you have to shape and cut around radiator covers and door frames

  • @MLGEmeside
    @MLGEmeside 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wtf man my floor won't go.together so easy

  • @eddievanlingen1935
    @eddievanlingen1935 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are supposed to remove baseboard, rookie!

  • @loveyuh2kim
    @loveyuh2kim 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Too too tsß

  • @seanpalmer2042
    @seanpalmer2042 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The silicone is unnecessary

    • @jaxandmore440
      @jaxandmore440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It's an extra measure of precaution to prevent liquid from spills or mopping that may seep under the quarter round trim and reach the exposed edge of the laminate.

    • @brandonmississippi1
      @brandonmississippi1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Without it, the warranty is void on this particular flooring.

  • @melodyb5351
    @melodyb5351 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    call a professional...