How To Install Vinyl Plank Flooring - Lifeproof Over Concrete

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I placed timestamps below to help you navigate the video. Also, 22 mil layer is not the same as 22 mm where layer as mentioned in the video. Sorry for the confusion! Intro 00:00 Tools Needed 02:32 Flooring Calculation 03:48 Floor Preparation 04:41 Starting First Row 05:53 Cutting Vinyl Plank Flooring 10:51 Installing Second Row 12:50 Cutting Around Walls 14:24 Installing Around Walls 18:19 Cutting Around Pipe 19:25 Transition Strip Installation 21:23

[@acecarter1717]

I have a few planks that separate slightly because the lips broke off the edge during installing. Do you have any suggestions on what I could use to fill in the few cracks showing between the planks?? Thank you for your time

[@IKETERD]

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[@plumbbuild6517]

I installed the same flooring in a Christian academy school house 8 years ago and it still looks great. Thanks for your videos they are so valuable to a lot of people with not so much experience.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I’m glad it’s still looks great! You are welcome, I’m glad you are enjoying these videos! it’s amazing how quick this flooring goes down. Thanks for watching!

[@NoahRichard4569]

Can you please install for my townhouse as well?

[@plumbbuild6517]

@@NoahRichard4569 where are you located

[@NoahRichard4569]

@@plumbbuild6517 portland Oregon

[@adamblom6868]

Spent 2 days trying to install just one plank, after my friends got me started. For two days I tried and tried just ONE PLANK, watching many videos, trying different angels, using a different plank, changing the angle of the mallet. I just wanna take all the planks and toss them on the grass and light them on fire. This exposed my lack of patience and lack of skills, but I did remove all my floors and baseboards with zero help. Sometimes, u gotta know when to say when. And if it’s taking me two days with zero progress, it just means the rest of the floors will be off…hire a professional contractor or this guy in the video when it doesn’t feel aligned…and don’t bring down the value of your floors…props to all the peeps who can do this.

[@marcuslatrent528]

This is a gift from God. I'm just about to start this! Thank you!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

That is fantastic! This will be a good resource for you. I think once you get going with it, you will be happy with the ease of installation. Let me know how it goes. Good luck with your project!

[@marcuslatrent528]

@@TheExcellentLaborer yes, sir

[@alancongratssoonyoullhead5273]

That was epic and you explained great and professionally my friend

[@josephthomas2226]

best video I have seen so far on vinyl flooring, thanks

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks a lot! I tried to cover everything in each video I make on the topic. Stay tuned for more videos to come!

[@saljablo2767]

I’ve installed this. Dream to work with. You can beat on this stuff and it won’t fail during install like other cheap brands of LVP and laminate

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

It is so easy to work with compared to other flooring! I really do enjoy how tough this floor is as well. Definitely can tell the longevity will be there. Thanks for watching!

[@josephthomas2226]

did my floor today. thanks for the tips. Back hurts (I'm 64) but wife is very happy!

[@iamdarshann]

thank you for making these awesome videos. Please make a video series of Basment build for Canadian homes (extreme winter climate) on a new unfinished basement covering all aspects from insulating below grade walls the right way to the end product. I know a lot of people will appreciate these videos. Cheers!

[@palebeachbum]

I have vinyl plank flooring throughout my house. I love it! It's the easiest type of flooring to install. It gives the appearance of wood flooring without the expense. Plus, it's waterproof, unlike real wood flooring. For future reference, the side of the plank that you called the "tongue" is called the "groove" and the side you called "flat" is the tongue. You do such a good job with your camera work and instructions. Very professional.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

It is really nice stuff I agree! When I saw hardwood floor, it’s called the tongue and groove side. That makes sense in this case. It is not the exact same as hardwood floor. Thanks for letting the audience know. Good luck with your project!

[@HenkSneev]

Another great DIY video. Detailed, comprehensive, and really well-shot. I'd love to see how you'd tackle vinyl flooring over a wood subfloor, especially an older, uneven one.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I would do the same principal as I did in the video. I would address any major humps and bumps, but let the gradual unevenness go. I’m glad you really liked the video! Good luck through project!

[@showtime95667]

Just starting this project and this popped up. As always we soooooo appreciate you. Building our own and had to sub out some things. Thanks for all you do!! Now onto baseboards. lol All your info fills in the blanks and shines a light on things I worry about because I don’t know.. but now I know. 😀😀😀

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You are welcome! Great timing! I’m sure you noticed how easy it is to work with this. Doing your own work will save you a ton of money and that’s why I do it too! I feel blessed to be able to make these videos to help people. Everyone has their own techniques for the trades. I just show how I do it. I’m glad it is helping you. Good luck with your project!

[@MrPokeslow]

You have saved me thousands of dollars. Thank you sir!

[@williambrowning9346]

WowJosh you do such precise work! 1/2 bath looks amazing! And you explain everything so simple. Love watching your videos keep them coming!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks a lot! The half bath definitely will add a lot of value to this structure. I tried to explain everything to where most people can understand it no matter their background of knowledge. Appreciate you watching!

[@MizzBalleriffic23]

If there are baseboards, would we have to remove that before installing?

[@ahmadnamakydoust455]

Excellent video, I already bout my flooring and watching your video, my installation became much more easier.

[@jman216]

What blade are you using for your multi tool?

[@johncarlson7955]

I have bought those spacers in the past but learned quickly to rip a scrap piece to make spacers out of. Saving customers money…

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Yeah, that works too. Anyway to allow expansion and contraction to happen. Thanks for your input!

[@johncarlson7955]

I’ve laid a lot of this same brand floor but there are more tricks to get this floor down. Be patient and it should be fine, don’t force or you’ll break the edges off

[@tallpaul8880]

It’s not a 22 millimeter wear layer. It’s a 22 mill as in thousandths of an inch. Building my first house now and should be installing the flooring in a couple weeks. As usual your video is right on time. Thanks! ✌🏻🇺🇸

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Very interesting I did not realize that. Thanks for bringing that to my attention! Congrats on building your first house! This final plank flooring is what a lot of contractors in my area are going to because it’s so easy to install and hold up very well. I’m glad the video was right on time for you. You are welcome! Be sure to stay tuned for more videos to come!

[@Troy-McClure81]

Get yourself a Wonder Pry bar and a multi tool .I have same flooring and color in master bedroom and bathroom.Lots of caveats in the manufacturer guide,Steam on Low setting is approved but they recommend a ph neutral cleaner... Sam's Club has a concentrated floor cleaner that is PH neutral that is wonderful.Where tub meets flooring I used a caulking tape to seal but also allows for movement.Stair installation voids warranty automatically,they do have a underlayment for this flooring but I used a clear sealer made for flooring.Great video lots of tips and tricks for diy ty

[@katied1833]

Would you recommend an underlayment like the DMX? Or is it more of a gimmick. Thanks!

[@bkt115]

How do you feel about laying LVP over a laminate floor ? Laminate is good shape, just wanna go with something else..

[@chengfuhang5158]

Im not planning to remove my baseboard trim before installing my lvp. However, the baseboard trims are installed high enough off the ground to where i can easily slide the lvp under if needed. To account for expansion, I plan to just lay the lvp edge flush to where the baseboard ends so there'll be atleast 1/4-1/2 of space to the drywall. Ill cover this up after with shoe moulding. Would this method work fine if i prefer to not remove the baseboard trim?

[@deerinfear7484]

I just learned a half assed way of installing this the other day without using rubber hammer and the two taping blocks and no spacing. Is the proper term vinyl taping blocks??? I would like to order these soon.

[@deerinfear7484]

Duh... I looked in your description. Thanks for the help. What do you think about using a rolling mechanic seat that is low to the floor? Do you think this would be easier on the knees?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Sounds like you found the link the description. I’m glad I was able to help you out. I have never installed Flooring using a mechanic seat. I feel like it could be hard on your back. Everyone is different. Thanks for watching!

[@deerinfear7484]

@@TheExcellentLaborer Reason why I asked is because my knees are a bit shot. Thanks for the reply and all your videos. You are an excellent teacher.

[@jonahsmommy23]

Can i use a foam underlay for extra? We just ordered lifeproof. We have a cement basement floor so we wanted a little extra

[@GeraldineRodrigues-v2j]

youtube has a video that gives you step by step for any dyis 😊

[@coltoncox6626]

Would you recommend putting this in a house that will be used as a rental? I always think the worst and I wouldn't want to get a tenant that would run water all over it and I'd end up having to replace it all with the cost of all the material.

[@showtime95667]

Hey- question on drywall gaps at floor level. I have 2 walls with a drywall gap of 1/2” and depth of 3/4” if you push the LVP into it. Wondering if I should put something in the gap? Thinking over time if I don’t flooring will move into the gap causing problems. Thoughts?

[@showtime95667]

Forgot to add the other walls are what you would expect with a minimal gap.

[@richwitt3559]

What would you use to transition/finish up to a bathtub/shower pan?

[@GeraldineRodrigues-v2j]

it cuts easier than hardwood floors a d some of us with canine families it makes sense 😊

[@tyleradkins2069]

When are you installing the garage doors

[@connorshea5391]

About to install this myself and my handy man friend said you should put down 3m black sheet, is that not needed or just overkill for water protection?

[@Tinfoiledhat]

You don't put underlayment on these, it has it already attached. If you do, you actually void the warranty.

[@dogedan5087]

What do you do if it keeps popping up

[@bayareatrucking]

Just bought a house that had that garbage installed on the floor and when I removing it, boy to my surprise, I found mildew underneath the flooring. Replacing it with tile.

[@injaz-]

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[@azizamer3987]

Do i have to use moisture barrier?

[@bkt115]

I would, better safe than sorry later on.

[@azizamer3987]

@@bkt115 u are right. I ended up using it.

[@Vikarna7618]

Bet best best video

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks I appreciate that!

[@livinginbrevard]

Why not a moisture barrier used?

[@rcrespo49]

The floor Planks have it already attached on these planks - That's the black surface underneath the planks that you see in the beginning. Some planks don't have it and that's when you need to provide a moisture barrier.

[@livinginbrevard]

That’s what I thought but I asked a flooring community on Facebook and everyone (15+) said it still need the moisture barrier in addition to the Lifeproof barrier.

[@mrreams711]

Not true. If you read the instructions, they'll likely mention not to do so.

[@livinginbrevard]

@@mrreams711 this is what the instructions say with my 22 MIL LifeProof with underlayment attached: □ Flooring should not be exposed to extremes of humidity or moisture and products must be installed using an appropriate moisture barrier

[@JuhniorG]

Idk why he didnt mention it…… in the long run all of that will be damaged with mold.

[@AntonioHernandez-tx6uz]

Excelente trabajo amigo

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

¡Gracias, te lo agradezco!

[@AntonioHernandez-tx6uz]

@@TheExcellentLaborer de nada amigo gracias a Ti por tomarte el tiempo y Enseñarnos lo mucho que sabes hacer ,

[@GeraldineRodrigues-v2j]

lucky for you

[@natersalad889]

I love vinyl plank flooring, ive installed alot of it, and please no one ever buy "waterproof" laminate flooring, absolute garbage and pain to install, and will definitley fail in time. If your gonna buy "fake" flooring why would anyone consider laminate over vinyl plank? Basically the same price, it actually is waterproof, stronger, and doesn't expand and contract in different seasons anywhere ( tested as only 1/4 of how much laminate does so basically none) as much as sawdust made products lol. No brainer.....

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I agree with you! I’m not a fan of laminate flooring at all. It’s not near as tough nor does it with stand water as well as luxury vinyl. I agree with you it is a no-brainer! I used to think non-wood floor such as this would not look that great but I was wrong! It looks awesome! I’m glad to see your comment here. Thanks for watching!

[@shomarihead1807]

No underlayment/moisture barrier between the concrete and the vinyl planks? 🤔

[@GeraldineRodrigues-v2j]

because I am on a tight budget that’s why

[@gregwendt9546]

I’d use a 12” speed square so I didn’t need to do 2 cuts😊

[@dimemega00]

Bro definitely has to be from Western PA

[@CHEONGKOKOON]

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[@KingoftheJiangl]

2.2cm wear layer is thicker than your plastic flooring

[@Thumpasaurus69]

4:14 100 x 1.10

[@dogedan5087]

Help

[@leoolgababak]

You forgetting 6mil plastic for moisture barrier.. it’s a must on concrete

[@Its.a.jayzuri.thing.]

Question… so even though the LVP already have the underlayment, it’s still recommended to use the plastic?

[@MonroeAlva-f7r]

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[@tanarkomtiavises4857]

The show so easy but not easy like show. The pieces cannot lock each other.

[@stevehays9714]

Using this garbage in my basement, I can't figure out why it won't snap into place/why it keeps popping up. Sure wish I could use real wood and an air nailer, but I'm on concrete so I'm stuck.

[@oc6981]

I am having the same problem

[@Tinfoiledhat]

User error lol...just installed a ton of this exact plank on concrete.

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[@brown5252]

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