How to Install Vinyl or Laminate Floors in a Basement (Over a Concrete Slab)

[@sjh2827]

Thanks so much. No extra chit chat that drives me nuts you got right to the point and explained everything really well! Subscribed.

[@DIYDudes]

Thank you

[@sfuchs]

Everything? He could have mentioned in the description which materials he used, don't you think? Instead of describing "hardly known exotic tools like: Speed square for drawing straight lines - 4-foot level for checking high/low spots - Utility knife for cutting underlayment (can also be used to cut vinyl planks) - Mitre saw for cutting planks - Mallet & pull bar for setting the joints - Multi-tool for cutting door trim and other precision cuts He could named the materials used. Are we mind readers? At least, I am not able to read off the screen what's the brand of the dimple mat or the Eva underlayment. Excuse me!

[@paulpineda1543]

@@sfuchs thanks for helping out with the extra details. Although I don’t think he left that info out on purpose. Sometimes we forget that things that are common to us may not be that common for others. It’s just human imperfection. You could call off the dogs on this one.

[@MK-zf6or]

@@sfuchs if you're that clueless, you're better off hiring a contractor for your renovation.

[@sfuchs]

@MK-zf6or what's the point of posting this video for DIY Dudes, if you end up needing hiring a contractor?? You make a total sense bro. I only ask for the materials used, as there are multitude of options and I don't want to purchase a wrong ones, as it's a considerable investment comparing to a $7 speed square, or $5 malet, which he described so well.

[@Bigbanks589]

Best and most helpful video I've come across. No BS talking or promoting their products

[@DIYDudes]

Thank you!

[@jonathantieken]

@2:25 overlay the butts and cut. So simple, but I never would have thought of that. Thanks!

[@DIYDudes]

Thank you. It’s the easiest way to get a perfect joint!

[@cgandy2]

This is a great tutorial. I feel confident to tackle my basement floor now. Thank you

[@DIYDudes]

Thank you good luck!

[@firstbornjordan]

Excellent mate. To the point, professional, informative, all relevant content. Just need a video on laying vinyl adhesive to concrete flooring.

[@DIYDudes]

Thank you!

[@mzwisdom7504]

This has been a hard decision to make. Now we are clear. Great demonstration

[@DIYDudes]

Thank you!

[@freedomofreligion3248]

Pro tip from a woman who knows a lot about CLEANING SURFACES: It's counterproductive to push a vacuum stick floor attachment FAST over a floor, as you did. My husband taught me, before we were even married: To PULL the vacuum stick, SLOWLY. The suction is THE WORK that you want performed, right? So, push fast to a beginning start point, if you must: Then, PULL, ever so slowly. Allow your VACUUM to suck! That is, after all, The Work that we want done, right? Pushing a vacuum stick around rapidly, as your filming depicted you doing, PREVENTS MUCH VACUUMING, sucking up material, to be done! In the areas of your actual expertise, your FREE, out-of-the-kindness-of-your-heart video was helpful + very much appreciated!

[@nedpearson]

Excellent video. I see that you do not use the plastic tapping blocks that some people complain about breaking or messing up their vinyl.

[@DIYDudes]

Thank you. Yes I like to use a scrap piece of flooring… that way joint has full contact and is less likely to break

[@kbakerde]

I’ve done a similar tactic. Highly recommend using the scrap price to tap the joints together. The plastic blocks will damage the tongue and groove. Though I only use the pull block on the edges. Otherwise I just tap the scrap piece directly. Great video!

[@saintpierreasia]

Once you put LVP on top of a plastic barrier you will have a major problem if the basement floods from a washing machine, hot water heater leak, or any other source of water from above the floor. Water gets trapped between the plastic and bottom of planks and the floor literally floats and squishes when walked on. I prefer laying the planks directly on the concrete if it is a dry concrete floor with little moisture issues. That way the flood water can slowly seep down through the concrete and into the soil.

[@derdan20]

Do you know of anything that would provide a thermal break between the concrete and the floor without padding?

[@saintpierreasia]

@@derdan20 They have a plastic subfloor that is raised but it a bit roof work.

[@HaloWolf102]

3:51 That is a CRAZY amount of deflection. That first layer is way to bouncey. Those joints will work themselves out eventually.

[@ActinOut]

Or the lengthwise joints will crack, especially with higher traffic such as small kids driving riding small self powered single person cars or bikes on it.

[@kellykern4771]

Thanks bunches certainly I now know more than I did 10 mins ago. Great video for beginner. Sign Dudette 😊

[@DIYDudes]

Thank you!

[@nopoohfan7112]

Thanks. I will do my son’s floor which will be on a slab. Your video was helpful.

[@DIYDudes]

Thank you!

[@Test-vr3kf]

Does one still use underlayment if the vinyl plank as an attached pad?

[@youngbaby61]

If on concrete slab yes. If installing on top of other flooring or OSB floors no.

[@toonami3]

Thanks for keeping it straightforward and Simple! Great video

[@DIYDudes]

Thanks for the like!

[@map1313]

Nice straight to the point. What are my option in basement if I have drain in the middle and the floor is not obviously leveled and slops towards drain in center.

[@DIYDudes]

If you want to level out the floor you would have to do a plywood subfloor and shim them level. Thanks for watching!

[@ngozilaurem1277]

Hello, would it be the same instructions if the new flooring is engineered hardwook?

[@DIYDudes]

I would check the underlayment requirements for your engineered hard wood it will likely be different. If you have to nail it down you will need to do a ply wood subfloor. Good luck!

[@ngozilaurem1277]

@@DIYDudes Thank you

[@mungdahl7549]

I thought for sure that drilling into the concrete was required for this at some point but im glad its not! Itll make install and breakdown that much easier!!

[@michaelhanson5773]

We have thinks like check valve access pipes and other types of things we need access to on the slab... How do you do flooring when you need to be able to remove part of it if you need to access the check valves or something? Was told we can ot cover over them.

[@DIYDudes]

You’ll have to box them out using trim. Build a trim square around the opening, butt the floor up to that and then cover the gap with another piece of trim. Cut a lid out of wood or use flooring material for the opening itself. Good luck!

[@michaelhanson5773]

@@DIYDudes thanks.

[@DIYDudes]

Hope it works out for you good luck!

[@frankrizzo7307]

When you hammer the planks in to get the joint tighter, what is stopping the whole floor from shifting, since you want to maintain the expansion gap along the wall?

[@rogsolaris7411]

Exactly what I was looking for as far moisture barrier layers for concrete. Couple of questions please! 1) I would have put the moisture barrier down first, then the underpad on top. You did the opposite - underpad down first. Wouldn't moisture coming up would hit the underpad first then? Why did you do that order? 2) How is the flooring adhering to the under layer? Is it? What keeps it from bowing up? So the planks lock together at the joints? Thank you so much, very helpful video!

[@bronzevillejta]

Regarding 2) the flooring doesn't adhere to the under layer. The flooring is interlocked via tongue and groove so the entire weight of the floor is what holds it down.

[@DIYDudes]

Honestly both layers provide water proof benefit. The dimple board creates an air gap and the foam pad provides a continuous sealed surface/insulation and sound dampening Good luck

[@sojournerhouse]

Great video! I would want an installer like you but good hands men are hard to find. My question is: My front door is metal so it can not be cut. How thick is the product with underlayment for concrete? Than you.

[@boreduser12]

I want to install 2x2 foam tiles (like the one for children or for yoga) in the basement (I will leave the corners and edges next to the wall uncovered). Do I need a dimple moisture barrier underneath that foam, specifically to avoid mold? What about a thin polyethylene later under the foam? Or the blue dmx? Or will the foam be enough. The underneath of the foam is flat. Thanks!

[@DIYDudes]

I wouldn’t worry about mold Forming under foam tiles. They are meant to be temporary… you can remove them and clean as required if you spill or anything

[@boreduser12]

@@DIYDudes thanks ❤️. So the moisture seeping up from the concrete won't get stuck under the foam and get all moldy? I don't know much about the chemistry of concrete/foam combination and if mold grows there if there is no air flow! 🙂

[@DIYDudes]

It depends on how your house was built with respect to the quality of the foundation. I would lay the foam down and just periodically check under a corner to see how it’s doing. Good luck!

[@Loanly444]

I want to redo my floor but Im on a budget, Are there cheaper alternatives or items least-necessary that I could skip on ?

[@DIYDudes]

You could get a cheaper under pad…. Check out your building big box store to see what the are offering and wait for a sale. Good luck !

[@GeraldineRodrigues-v2j]

there isn’t a Big Box store near me

[@GeraldineRodrigues-v2j]

I already bought the laminate at a habitat for humanity

[@hiadd5530]

Great video! Do you need underlayment?

[@DIYDudes]

In a basement you definitely need an underlayment.. really anywhere for that matter. It provides insulation sound dampening and moisture protection. Good luck!

[@hiadd5530]

@@DIYDudes thank you 🙏

[@DIYDudes]

Happy building!

[@elizabethjohnston7156]

Question...why not use RedGuard or a similar product to waterproof/seal the floor?

[@DIYDudes]

You could but you wouldn’t get the same benefit… this adds insulation, sound dampening, moisture protection from “above” sources… water can dry out if it’s spilled. Most floors are water proof Now so they won’t warp but water can still be trapped underneath and mold if it can’t dry out Also redguard is a a chemical you might not get full or good coverage and it smells horrible

[@michaelball4720]

Very well done. I am using a glue down vinyl plank instead of the tongue and groove on my concrete basement floor. Does the same process with the vapor barrier and underlay apply?

[@DIYDudes]

Hey there for glue down you would use a different material like a barricade plywood subfloor panel, u need some thing really stable for that.

[@CursodecosturaMilton]

Can I use self adhesive floor tiles on the underlayment you used here

[@DIYDudes]

No. Adhesive tiles would need to be attached to a rigid surface like wood.

[@dalaiahkusner5818]

Great video! Thank you! Question about the moisture and layers underneath the plank flooring - is it likely for mold to develop between the porous concrete and the plastic layers? To prevent mold, is a more absorbent material (other than plastic) necessary to absorb moisture? Thanks for your help!

[@DIYDudes]

Hey there. No the idea is you don’t want any thing to absorb and hold moisture the plastic dimple board creates an air gap…. If moisture does accumulate than it can evaporate into the air gap. If it absorbs into something it will stay trapped. Organic material will grow mold. Plastic shouldn’t. Good luck!

[@MikeKing2209]

Great video! Why not lay the moisture barrier first?

[@DIYDudes]

The dimple board acts as an air gap to allow the moisture that does permeate from the concrete to dry rather than be compressed and not dry

[@tswest7034]

thank you for the video. can you please provide a link to purchase the same premium Eva foam pad you used in this video, thanks again

[@josephdoney4908]

Yes please!!!

[@richricogranada9647]

Are all vinyl toxic? Which brand do you recommend that has less toxins?

[@DIYDudes]

They shouldn’t be if they are being sold in store. Check with the manufacturer

[@AarronPina]

Drew - think I need the same vapor barrier and EVA if I'm doing this on a slab, ranch home in FL built in 2018? Or, can I just go with the 6 mil plastic and skip the EVA?

[@DIYDudes]

The Eva or similar soft under pad makes the floor feel softer and dampens the sound of people walking. I wouldn’t skip it but check the manufacturer’s instructions for the floor you are putting down. And if your Lee really concerned you can call their tech and discuss your specific area. They will give you specifics. Thanks for watching!

[@chuckaaron2014]

The UV underlayment vs other video top DO you have to use the UV over dimple pad?

[@DIYDudes]

I like to use the eva foam over the dimple board as it provides insulation/and sound dampening

[@KrisRichmond-sj2sj]

You didn’t need to use adhesive? I saw a couple others where they used an adhesive under the floor. Or is the underlayment enough to prevent sliding?

[@DIYDudes]

No it’s meant to be able to move. If you use adhesive the joints will open as it expands/contacts. Check the manufacturer’s recommendation for install of your floor

[@KrisRichmond-sj2sj]

@ thanks so much. Just started the tear down of existing, old tile. Thanks for the informative and encouraging video!

[@emberreel3577]

Can u put some links to wear you get the underlayment stuff

[@DIYDudes]

I think you can get it at Home Depot online now

[@TieitAndFlyit]

Does the underlayment and barrier help level the floor if its close?

[@DIYDudes]

Yes for sure any small issues will get absorbed by the under pad. Anything big you’ll need to use a floor leveler cement. Thanks for watching!

[@jaiemare6152]

Can you use cork underlayment in the basement? Heard cork is good at preventing moisture and mold

[@DIYDudes]

You could but the whole idea of the plastic dimple board is to create an air gap using non organic materials.. if moisture does accumulate it can evaporate in the air gap. Good luck!

[@mkmosnik]

What happens to the water vapor conning up from the concrete and hits the dimpled vapor barrier? Does the floor underneath collect moisture and mold?

[@DIYDudes]

It creates an air gap that allows moisture to dry …. If you didn’t have an air gap then the moisture would be stuck and not dry. Good luck!

[@Bl4ck8891]

Glad I found this video. Great job boss!!

[@DIYDudes]

Thanks!

[@jamesturner7383]

Do I need the underlayment? It says it will void the warranty

[@DIYDudes]

Always follow your manufacturers recommendations. If you wanted to do a system like I am using you would need to select the right flooring material that allows for underlayment Thanks for watching

[@gladiatorgaminginfo5053]

Why do you use Eva foam on top of the other underlayment? Is it necessary?

[@DIYDudes]

The Evafoam isn’t 100% needed but it adds insulation, and sound dampening

[@Schkignah777]

Thank you for the great video and info. After reading and talking with flooring companies, I've concluded that a vapor barrier is required underneath the vinyl planks if you have an older home. I'm positive a vapor barrier was not installed when my home was built (1980). Two separate flooring companies mentioned they use 6 mil plastic when installing vinyl planks for customers. Just another alternative (cheaper) to consider. Do you see any reason why regular plastic wouldn't work?

[@DIYDudes]

No there’s no reason that wouldn’t work as a vapour barrier. It would not provide any additional insulation or sound dampening though

[@davidh9820]

They still don’t put moisture barrier on new homes if on slab. I just purchased new home. They are finally gonna redo the whole floor and install moisture barrier. Due to buckles started to form after few months since moved in. 🙄

[@tenzinminz5150]

@@davidh9820 buckle on basement floor? Because of concrete? Or all the floor upstairs etc? Thanks.

[@craighall1144]

do you need the premium eva foam? i can’t find the one you used anywhere. Like can you just use the dimpled moisture barrier

[@DIYDudes]

If you can find the Eva foam one use it otherwise you can get a dimple board product with a foam topper built all in one now. Ask the Home Depot guys when u get there. Thanks for watching

[@chuckaaron2014]

Why use dimple pad 1st then the UV pad over it b4 tongue and groove? Couldn't you use air guard or dimple? They both have moisture barrier and floor leveling like floating floor kinda

[@DIYDudes]

You should use the dimple board first to create an air gap which allows moisture to dissipate, the eva foam or similar under no pad provides insulation/noise dampening, I would use a concrete floor leveling first if your on concrete

[@desertcamel3573]

what glue to use for lvp to concrete ]

[@DIYDudes]

I didn’t use glue… the floor is meant to float and be able to move.

[@mavissballackk238]

Hi, could you pls link below which 2 underpayments that you used ?

[@MacXcode]

Thanks for this great instructional video! We needed it!

[@DIYDudes]

Good luck thanks

[@cliffordatkinson8683]

Very professional, love the video. Have a question regarding the underlay and vap barrier you put down in preparation. I have Life Proof vinyl flooring I purchased from Home Depot which already has a backing underlay and snaps into place. would this be overkill using your prep method as well as the vinyl floor with the backing or not recommended to do both? Kind regards Cliff

[@DIYDudes]

Hey Cliff thanks for the comment, the underlay on the back of your flooring probably is not designed to be a vapour barrier but more likely to be for insulation/sound dampening. If you are flooring on top of concrete I would recommend using an additional vapour barrier with a dimple bottom.

[@cliffordatkinson8683]

@@DIYDudes Thanks for the reply and direction, will take your advice. Kind Regards Cliff

[@JDT738126]

@@DIYDudes where can you find the Eva foam underlayment?

[@alexkumar7062]

@@DIYDudes I have the same question my situation is a little more complicated. I have cinder blocks for the wall in the basement. They are porous. I have sealed it with hydraulic cement as well as a sealant. But I don't think it is 100% fixed :(. Eventually, I will have to seal it from the outside. So coming to the problem. I was thinking that if I seal the concrete with sealant and then have no undergarment - then the rainwater if it comes over the vinyl floor as there is very little space between floor and vinyl. so that I can wipe that water from the vinyl tiles or vacuum it. The little water between vinyl and cement floor will evaporate faster as there is no undergarment.

[@johnmoreno2450]

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[@TheKendor69]

We are looking for the same colored flooring that you are using. Please tell me where you got is and what color the walls are. Looks like Agreeable Grey to me but you know how colors on phone are like. Thanks

[@darren5v1]

Great video. I apologize, I did not see what thickness the EVA was,(3mm?) for the same exact use in basement? thanks

[@DIYDudes]

Yes I believe it is 3 mm thick thanks for watching.!

[@auggienunez2009]

Thank you very much. Your video are great and very explainable trough the whole process. 👍👍

[@DIYDudes]

Thank you!

[@vanessap8717]

How is your flooring holding up? Many ppl say the simple Matt is too thick for spc flooring and will cause it to come apart at some seams

[@DIYDudes]

It’s holding up really good actually…!no joint separation and it’s nice and warm and quite. Thanks for watching!

[@vanessap8717]

@@DIYDudes thanks man, I’m stressing about an underpayment, so many mixed reviews. Have a good one:)

[@islamrashkaj2901]

If I install a waterproof laminate in my basement, do I need to put the barriers you mentioned underneath the laminate?

[@DIYDudes]

I still would. You don’t want moisture collecting under the floor

[@Z-Ack]

So the tile is just set ontop of the stuff and not stuck down at all?

[@DIYDudes]

Yes that’s correct it’s designed to be a floating floor so it expands/contracts slightly

[@tonkihonks3430]

What’s the first underlayment you’re using? Name and brand please

[@TheoGritz]

do you have links to the materials you used?

[@randyrivera1089]

i need advice...ourr basement is only 1 meter above the ground....what kind of underlayment to be used...and i have 4 windows..but the floor is concrete..

[@DIYDudes]

I would use the same system which is an underpad that has an air gap

[@randyrivera1089]

ok...i watch some videos that they installed the green underlayment...lol i dont know the name...

[@rodneydangerfield7153]

Great well-explained video!...Thank you, DIY Dudes, very much!

[@DIYDudes]

Thanks rodney!

[@tenndude1]

If u could only use one of the underlayment which would u use?

[@DIYDudes]

I prefer the type i used in the videon

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

Hi Isn't the dimple board waterproof?

[@DIYDudes]

A similar product is available for water proofing. In this case it’s a lower cost subfloor and provides an air gap

[@shannon8439]

I have to redo my floors over concrete as well….is this efficient for four season weather?

[@DIYDudes]

Yes it’s fine for a northern climate. Thanks for watching

[@Unknownplayer0012]

Which mitre saw should I buy?

[@DIYDudes]

Personal preference really… I would recommend getting a dual bevel sliding saw though as you can do a lot more with it

[@tonyrollin402]

What if the flooring has a pad on the back side do you still need the underlayment?

[@DIYDudes]

Check the manufacturer recommendations but it shouldn’t hirt

[@DSGBForeverGaming]

Can you drop links for underlay materials?

[@iHustleChicago]

Can you post links to the underlayment and tape thats was used

[@hananmohamed4978]

Thank you very much I didn't know what to do you help me out alot and easy to understand thank you👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@DIYDudes]

Thank you!

[@chuckaaron2014]

WHAT'S DIFFERENCE IN THE DIMPLE PAD THEN TOP. Other video you use LVP with tongue n groove. I'm doin over concrete and cheap as possible. Can you use the vinyl roll flooring over the dimple pad? Cost roughly 350 square feet room

[@DIYDudes]

Use the dimple board to create an air gap the eva foam provides insulation/ sound dampening thanks for watching!

[@jamesa5720]

Very instructive...I am about to tackle a huge basement project and this is my go to video for the flooring part. Thanks.

[@DIYDudes]

Thank you.!!🙏 good luck!

[@TsoHangry]

Hi I have expansion gaps in my concrete in my basement. What do I need to fill it in with before putting self leveling concrete on it?

[@DIYDudes]

How deep and wide is the gap?

[@TsoHangry]

@@DIYDudes about 1/2 inch wide and around 1/4 in deep

[@anrivera1975]

@@TsoHangry do you need to fill it?

[@xoloitsquintli]

Would you recommend using a sealer on the concrete before putting down the underlayment?

[@DIYDudes]

No I don’t think it’s required. Thanks for watching!

[@CarnivoreFrank]

Good video, we’re about to do a new construction basement so thankfully no molding or doors to work around

[@DIYDudes]

Good luck thanks

[@vincentlabruzzo5368]

Does the floor feel squishy after that?

[@DIYDudes]

No not bad… not. As firm though as a board on concrete though

[@gabyditerlizzi8777]

This is going to save me so much money thank you

[@arnolddcruz205]

This is great. What about vinyl that has an underlay attached underneath the plank?

[@DIYDudes]

Check your floors manufacturer recommendations. Usually you should not use two underpass. Thanks for watching!

[@patricemccoy9395]

0:45 what if the basement is slated towards the drain?

[@punxnotdead3873]

Thanks! Question, i am using quiet walk LV for lvp with cork baxk, is this a good way to go? I see people just using 6mil plastic, dont see that being comfortable, hmmm

[@DIYDudes]

That sounds good to me. The thicker the better, the really thin stuff has fragile joints

[@joecox9958]

Thanks for your efficient video! I wonder how expansion gaps be treated, for wood subfloor I think first and last panels are nailed. Here no treatment, will them go toward wall causing gaps? which brands base materials you used?

[@rvchoudhary]

Can you please let me know where to buy these underlayment and eva foam ?

[@DIYDudes]

I think you can now get it online at Home Depot.

[@Monai82]

How many boxes did you use for that part shown in the video

[@DIYDudes]

Not sure. It’s box maybe had 6 pieces in it. So quite a few for that room.

[@brittanykaiser5474]

Your video was great. You went step by step and explained why and how it would work. I do have a question for you. My son is remodeling our library at church for his Eagle project for boy scouts. There is currently carpet in there but it is concrete underneath. Should we just use the Eva form or both items you suggested in the video?

[@DIYDudes]

The layer of dimple board is huge benefit in terms of the ability to allow your floor to dry if there is moisture coming through the slab but you could do with out it if you arnt worried about that.

[@hairlesschimp479]

I'm skeptical about the way the dimple mat is open to the wood framing of the wall. Wouldn't this cause moisture buildup on the base of the wall and eventual mold and rot?

[@ricardofernandez-ln1nm]

Hi, I was wondering if you could please share the brand and color of the floors and where did you purchase them.

[@DIYDudes]

Hey there sorry I don’t have the exact colour but it was a life proof flooring purchased from Lowes. Grey oak or something like that. Thanks for watching!

[@ricardofernandez-ln1nm]

Thanks buddy

[@John3.36]

Do stick and peel vinyls work well on top of the underlayment?

[@DIYDudes]

No they need a rigid base. They are so flimsy they must be on a rigid surface

[@John3.36]

@@DIYDudes With stick and peel you just put it right on the concrete then? What about the issues with moisture etc. ?

[@A.Marq.]

Amazon Link to the padding used in this video please

[@Dennis-kj9qx]

Is that padded vynal plank flooring?

[@DIYDudes]

Hey no just straight vinyl plank on a separate under pad

[@Test-vr3kf]

Does that underlayment take the place of sealing the concrete?

[@laurenconway8940]

Very helpful, thank you! I’m wondering if there would be an issue if I just did the dimpled rubber underlayment without the Eva foam layer?

[@DIYDudes]

You can you just get reduced insulation/sound dampening…. Good luck!

[@robbiexiong3508]

Do you got any issue with moisture? My living house is built in late 60s and living room is concrete. I've put laminate tile amd have moisture issue. Ive pulled it up and laid down eco cork underlayment. Still moisture issue. Think i can just add the dmx under the eco cork foam?

[@DIYDudes]

You should figure out where the moisture is coming from. If it’s through the concrete you likely have a drainage problem on the exterior of your house

[@robbiexiong3508]

@@DIYDudes its not a surface leak at least to my knowledge. We let it air dry before installing them again. Also the my neighbor had same issue with same home structure.

[@gurnoorsingh4595]

Awesome...I am going to use the same underlay for my basement. Can you tell me if this will actually keep the basement floor a bit warm during cold winters on Alberta?

[@DIYDudes]

It will definitely help Good luck!

[@kyndi2]

What type of dimple pad and underpayment did you use?

[@DIYDudes]

For the dimple board I used a basic product from Lowe’s. For the underpad I went to a a flooring specialty store and got an underpad made of thick waterproof Eva foam. This is a much better product than what you would get at Lowe’s for the same price as the cheap thin foam stuff they sell

[@constantbeaty1922]

I want to do my basement and I half drywall and half concrete walls… is it still possible to put vinyl against that?

[@DIYDudes]

Yes definitely… just make sure to leave your expansion gaps at the walls

[@brandineal9738]

Do you have to leave an expansion gap when laying the flooring??

[@haleycramer6048]

Would I be able to do this step and get some flooring down before we install the drywall? Right now we have concrete block walls that are sealed and painted and just don’t have money for drywall yet, but I wanna get laminate or vinyle flooring over the concrete to make it look better for now.

[@DIYDudes]

You could yes but do you have wall studs up yet? Otherwise you will have to leave the floor short for future install or cut the floor afterwards. Good luck!

[@jakeboley3403]

Awesome tips man. Question for ya. Do you measure the width of the room prior so you don’t have one small plank run at your termination?

[@DIYDudes]

I roughly do but yea it’s good practice to do that

[@Ju-op9cl]

Did you put a sealant on the concrete?

[@DIYDudes]

No we didn’t an moisture that happens to percolate through will dissipate in the air gap created by the dimples.

[@Bonnie-mc9zo]

What is the names of products you used the materials that silver and gray for the floor

[@joesteffe6155]

why not use Thompson water seal ??

[@DIYDudes]

This method creates an air gap that adds insulation value and actually allows Any Any water that finds its way in from above for example a spill to dry out

[@ziaulki]

Instead of using Moisture barrier can I use the carpet underlay that is still there after I removed the carpet to replace it with vinyl? It's in good shape. Thanks.

[@DIYDudes]

No you need to remove the carpet underlay. It’s too spongy to support your floor

[@redwinger06]

Did you leave an air gap at the edge/between trim for the dimple board? Saw it on the instructions but not sure.

[@ketomania5426]

Great tutorial, thank you so much! Is this type of floor strong resilient enough to handle a big dog running around?