How To Install Vinyl Plank Flooring Like a Pro

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

The flooring from today’s video is simply-surfaces.com in European Grey Oak. I was an early product tester of Simply Surfaces LVP flooring. Since I installed it last year they have decided to launch a 9 inch plank version which is more consistent with the demand they see from customers. I am really happy with the final result, it's a Jeff approved product. Find it at simply-surfaces.com Cheers!

[@JDavidGoodman1]

BUmmer not available up her in the great white north. Currently shopping for LVP for my basement reno in Ontario.

[@Kevlar-78]

Happy father’s Day Jeff ! Thanks for all the wisdom ! 🍻

[@installerstore]

Looks great! Thank you!

[@stevebelieve3386]

I’m having so much trouble installing my vinyl flooring. Seems like my walls aren’t squared and they just keep opening along the installation every row opens when I love tap it. With the spacers in place.

[@BTM37]

Do you still recommend the Abatec underlayment beneath this?

[@d3w4yn3]

This is exponentially more educational than all the other flooring videos out there! This is more like an apprentorship course packed into a single video! GLORIOUS!!!

[@matel9477]

HOLY heart skipped a beat when he grabbed the scrap piece from the table saw while it was on. @6:04

[@silverdon55]

I love it. Using a circular saw to carve. That shows me your true pro. I've been doing that for years and learned it almost 50 years ago. Love it. A master of your tools.

[@allangoodchild8989]

It’s funny how you can pick things up and it just becomes a thing you do without really thinking about it

[@smwon1]

This has came at just at the right time! I will be tearing out my carpets and putting down vinyl plank flooring before to long. I was feeling really intimidated, but now, even though I am still intimidated, I feel it is now possible. I ordered samples of the flooring too... this has been better than all the other videos I have watched! Thank you!👏

[@JohnJones-tx6rt]

Its a sweaty hard job, difficult to do well.

[@CountyNeighbor]

I had planned on putting transitions between the vinyl plank flooring in the living room, bedroom, and dining room but watching your tips has given me the confidence to install without the transitions. Thank you.

[@aubreytoledo4910]

Please do more videos on mobile homes! You explain everything so well. Thank you for sharing your amazing talents.

[@time_2_get_ready]

YES PLEASE!

[@VijayaBjoshi]

I am following this gentleman for years. From Garden makeover/fencing to building garage as well as bathroom and kitchen makeovers. He is an ACE❤❤

[@joedoris4226]

We did this in my daughter’s house. We did the whole main floor. This would have been good to see first, but all done, we did a great job!

[@BeeMsCourtney]

Thanks!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Happy to help!

[@2L82Sk8Bye]

WOW. I can see “you’re THE man!” Yep. My house needs a lot of help. My hubby was awesome at DIY just like you. Since he passed, so many things are starting to go in the house. I just finished watching your bath/shower resurfacing video and I have been thinking about how I would do that if I could. The next thing was going to be vinyl playing flooring! Hallelujah! I found you just in time. 😂

[@geoffmcallister9008]

Probably the BEST DIY flooring video for vinyl I’ve ever watched. Thanks!!

[@robertmoorhead3731]

I'm doing this in my soon to be Home Theater, and dang it all if I wasn't super-nervous until I watched this. By the end you've gone through the motions so many times that you're chuckin' tools left and right. It's those first three rows and every single gap that I have to be worried about. Thanks Man!! In fact I've ordered a sample set from these guys.

[@edwardofgreene]

Something about the way this guy talks.... Kept expecting him to say "If they don't find you handsome, they can at least find you handy". 🤣

[@DJNateNYC]

So much information here. Jeff is a pro at explaining

[@johnwolfe2616]

The earlier laminates were " water resistant ". If that is what was installed, as what was put in our home by the builder, you'll have those water issues. Technology has evolved and now there's waterproof. However, a floor's only as good as its installation! Thanks, Jeff for all of the great instruction on installing a solid floor!

[@fastsetinthewest]

Exactly. Dogs peed on rugs and got that junk. Stuff scratched easily too. I'll never ever put that trash down again.

[@mel3256]

Laminate bubbles and scratches... vinyl does not "bubble"

[@troyb8755]

Really like your videos, and they're very informative. You mentioned warranty and it's not always the fault of the installers. We purchased a new home and within 6 months, the floor failed. A professional flooring company installed this floor. After they contacted the manufacturer and a representative came out. It was discovered there was a problem at the manufacturer. So the manufacturer replaced the entire house under warranty...

[@KathyTaylorHerdWise]

This is the best floor installation video! Thank you so much for sharing!!

[@MrAndresm900]

Thanks for starting to upload videos on mobile homes as nowadays this is all some people can afford with today's house prices 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Weve done an entire series on this mobile home :) heres a shower we did in the same place. Cheers! kzbin.info/www/bejne/apjcmItvaJx_l7csi=ZBl3O774yfdcpRHq

[@Ericdanieltorres]

Thank you!! Your charisma is second to none!! Enjoyed hearing you teach and laugh at the process!! Instead of cussing you showed honesty and compassion for oneself, that will resonate with your viewers and draw them in to relax and give it a go!! I’m ready to tackle my floor now 😊 God abundantly bless you in the name of Christ Jesus.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Thank you so much!

[@rahulmaron]

I enjoyed watching video because you are also trying to address the OCD triggers. Great mentorship by the way. Feels like you are training me like an apprentice.

[@thescavwithnothingtolose1224]

Just want to say I appreciate your channel. You've given me the confidence that I can get these projects done on my own.

[@PaulLandowski-e5f]

I owe you an update. Yes, I had trouble installing the planked flooring back in September, and had to stop because of my needs for the space at the time. I did the leveler and let cure while I was gone. I got at it again and all worked out. The 1/8 to 1/4 inch variation along the underlayment was amazingly, the problem. The edges would not lock. All good now. Happy.

[@_TheBoom13]

Love your videos! I’ve remodeled 2 of my own homes now just by following your videos and you’ve saved and made me a lot of money! Thank you so much keep it up!!

[@AbbreviatedReviews]

I picked up one of those bulky tapping blocks with a handle and that thing completely revolutionized my experience installing my vinyl plank. It let me get even pressure and tap ends without a mallet so I could use the other hand to keep things steady. Also, I found a doorstop that you can put on your top hinge in like two minutes that works as a temporary solution or one that I ended up keeping because it's less noticeable than a stick coming out of your baseboard.

[@birderjohn3396]

Gotta say I’ve used lots of your videos as a guide to upgrade my home. Thx

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad to help

[@wetfly44448888]

Wow!!! Just wow....this is the video I needed to be able to install my own, (it's not rocket science)...soup to nuts...you are an amazingly gifted teacher my man....

[@thicomsauerland]

Very good timing. I want to lay my vinyl floor next week. Now I know a few more tricks. Thank you!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JimWatsonTheframingMagician]

You're a very good teacher!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Thank you! 😃

[@Sugarfoot19]

Thanks for giving me the confidence to do this job myself, your awesome my guy.

[@dakotablanch4772]

From an appliance installers perspective, if at all possible, do the flooring under the dishwasher not to the dishwasher. If you don’t, sometimes the flooring will get caught on the feet of the dishwasher at time of removal when replacing dishwashers I’ve installed dishwashers for seven years and I always recommend the floor under the dishwasher and all of the Appliances.

[@joanies6778]

Thanks for the tip. I was wondering about that.

[@SeanSchwartz-uf3yk]

This is great advice. I had this exact problem right after I bought my house. I had to remove the feet from the old dishwasher to get it out. I installed a piece of plywood under the new one to bring it level with the floor until I can refinish the floor properly later.

[@1monagale]

Excellent step by step. I am building a van conversion camper

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

You can do it!

[@pawgava]

First time home buyer here, and so thankful you made this video. I will be installing myself because you broke it down so easily. All the companies and people make it seem "too hard" to do on your own.

[@franklinnunez832]

Hey, please read my comment above. 🤔

[@sheltonhinkle]

You’re the best teacher out there.

[@brishenhouse4681]

Brother, these videos are so much of a blessing!! I can’t tell you enough: thank you🙏

[@richardadams6853]

The best instructional video I've seen on KZbin...well done!

[@johnalfonsofishing]

Jeff! Your videos are very informative. I’m doing a kitchen remodel in my home soon and deciding to put down LVP this has helped a ton!

[@mightiv]

Hi Jeff, thanks for making this video! Few questions: 1. What should you do about the gaps between wall and vinyl? 2. Can you also put vinyl on top of wood flooring?

[@sharonwalton2456]

Great video!! Especially for 2 people that have never did this! I feel like I am ready to begin!!!

[@jefffree6990]

Wow nice job doing all those rooms without transitions! . But it wouldn't be HomeRenoVision without one of those "Hey kids - don't try this at home" moments 😀 1:06:30. Even I have a belt sander for such things

[@thegrantdanielsband]

Pro's cut the jams and trim with an oscillating or flush cut saw! so, the vinyl can go under the jam and trim. Pro is an understatement in this video folks 🙂

[@pennyarizzio2824]

This was such a great video! Tips and tricks throughout and all the way to the end! Thank you!

[@gogators5762]

I knew you were in Floirda before u said it. I could see the little palm tree out the window, and said looks like one of my palms he must be in Florida! What part, we're by Disney! Great video!!!

[@jvgauthier]

Using the skill saw to level the floor: I never saw that coming :D It worked quick for sure ! For what it's worth and I get it, you don't want to run to the HomeD to get a cheap one I would have instinctively thought of using a hand planer.

[@iadubber]

Awesome video! I love the way you breakt things down for DIYers!

[@PendingName]

7 min in and i want to hire someone

[@joshuaelliot2915]

Klein makes an excellent pair of knee pads. Available at Lowe’s currently. They get worn everyday and are the best I’ve owned. As a heavy set hvac installer, they get used and abused. Try em out.

[@espressoshot21]

Just what I needed. Thank you for making this video!!! I love how you walked through the entire process 💯

[@pheezus]

Good to note if you live in the Southwest like me and have concrete for subfloor, instead of screwing down the first row of flooring what you can do is take the huge flooring boxes the planks come in and just set them on top of the first 3 rows. Should be heavy enough

[@samworley5613]

You can also just place scraps of the flooring vertically against the wall to set the gap

[@justindeclemente1130]

This is an excellent tutorial for those of us uninitiated. Thank you for taking the time to educate. Perhaps use a different camera in the future, as there are a few scenes that are out of focus?

[@williamstewart2602]

Great video! Thanks for sharing it.

[@DogFaceMaker]

Saving this video for when I install my basement flooring. Thank you!

[@rogernelson9029]

Always read the instructions included with any particular brand of vinyl plank or laminate flooring. Some manufacturers direct the installer to begin with the "tongue" side of the first row to go towards the wall, while others require the "groove" side to be oriented adjacent to the wall.

[@stircrayzy]

Reading my mind? I'm literally going out to buy today ! Thanks eh !

[@utubewillyman]

For difficult cuts around door jambs, I make a cardboard template that I can snip with scissors. Time-consuming, but you can get a really nice fit.

[@InstantCasette]

I'm doing the same thing this weekend 😂 even looks like the same vinyl flooring.

[@USMC-1]

One hell of a great video. Thanks dude.

[@JohnSmith-ti2kp]

This is what I have been waiting for. Thanks.

[@stevek6921]

Gold. Pure gold. Thanks some more!

[@quizzlyly]

Looking into installing vinyl tiles soon so this video came out at a great time! In a video a couple of years ago, you mentioned you should use an underlayment on most floor types for 11 or so different reasons. What was the reason you didn't use one in this home? Cost, floor type, manufacture warranty limitation? I saw these boards have an underlayment on them already but have read that it can help with noise and other issues depending on subfloor type. Thanks for your videos!

[@BrittCHelmsSr]

Another great, detailed DIY video from you. Many thanks!

[@moe9265]

I just love this channel!

[@GVMedia0]

Installed these same planks in my kitchen and the leftover boxes i had did a portion of my finished basement

[@aprilgroten3406]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! Great instructions!

[@cafekiva7892]

You are so good at this. I pity the kid who joins the workforce without true teachers.

[@leolady8114]

What an informative video! I watched a video you did 6 years ago about the different LVP flooring options on the market then and you were adamant about the vapor protection with those. Has the new product differences, as you are using, made it so one is never needed with the set up you have in this video?

[@ErmaGherde]

Here after watching grout videos. Is there one on refreshing grout? Just a touchup of new over old. I searched the channel but did not find one.

[@peter.g6618]

Hi Jeff. Wow, looks awesome. 👌. Great tips to 👍. Great channel. Thanks for sharing. Fantastic stuff. Take care.

[@EricHaarer-b6b]

I just watched your video on "Which Brand of Vinyl Is Best" and was wondering why you chose to not go with an under pad on the install ? I see that it has an under pad attached to the Planks here but wouldn't you need to still throw down an under pad along with the one attached to the planks ? Really enjoyed the video . Thank you .

[@huithomas]

Hi, thanks the for videos. Do you need an underlay for this flooring? I remember in your previous videos you mentioned that all flooring should get underlayment even if it claims that it needs no underlayment. Thanks

[@BlueMaroonAnimations]

I am also curious about this as well. I've been telling my dad that we need to get underlayment because of his old video, now I don't know 🙃

[@Trazzmatazz42]

These kind of planks have underlayment preinstalled on the backs

[@uaksz555]

@@Trazzmatazz42 But he said in his previous video that even if there is underlay preinstaled you need to get the proper one there.

[@matel9477]

Do you need underlayment when installing Vinyl Flooring on concrete or wood subfloor?

[@kendom33]

Thanks Geoff. Im.just about to do my en suitr 😊

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Best of luck!

[@rosswuerth8110]

Sorry to revisit the question but could you please confirm for me whether underlay pad is - or is not - required when I install the vinyl plank in the basement on top of a well constructed sub-floor (plywood etc) with padding already glued on. Your video about types of vinyl was direct and clear in stating that underlay must be installed, but are you now saying it’s not needed in some cases (your trailer when you don’t plan on it lasting long)? Overall you have a great video series Jeff and several have been quite instructional and inspiring for me - recently removed bathtub and wall tile based on your advice, and I used your tip to buy the Bagster for hauling away debris.

[@1234tellmewhatyourlookingfor]

That's good plywood on your floor. We run into OSB here in Florida, and some manufacturers use.

[@jamesnorona1345]

“It’s just - visually - not as attractive as a longer piece of wood” *cues music 😂 1:11:07

[@brentbyer2182]

Love your videos. Doing a complete rebuild, and am wondering if you would wrap the flooring around an island or place the island on top of the flooring. The sink is going to be in the island. Thanks

[@christopherrockel2676]

awesome video thanks. I just installed vinyl flooring in an apartment and am wondering why you did not lay them from left to right. the joints are easier to lay ontop of each other and with a bit of a love tap with the hammer you close em up real easy. saves you lifting the whole row and clicking them in. 🙂

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

in my experience when you hammer them in 1 at a time you often damage the end of the boards and it becomes visible down the road.

[@scottthompson7916]

Great channel. Would you use Vinyl Plank on stairs? How would you cap the tread end?

[@kickford]

Always love watching your videos. What are your recommendations for existing kitchen cabinets where the new floor meets the cabinet sides? Not the removable base board section. Would i use 1/4 round or trim off the actual cabinet wall bottoms off so the floor will slide under them sufficiently. Thanks in advance!

[@tylerkupka7562]

This video is amazing! You explain everything so well. What knife are you using to slice?

[@MrYosis]

I like your work, very helpful tips. Thanks

[@grantghosn]

I’m a contractor specializing in water damage for the past 9 years. The “water proof” claim doesn’t mean water won’t get through the joints, it means the vinyl won’t get damaged by the water. A spilt over glass of water won’t to any harm, but Anything meaningful amount of water will go right through those cracks and the flooring will have to or pulled to dry underneath.

[@joanies6778]

Shouldn't there be a waterproof underlayment?

[@guadaloupie1]

Done 3 houses now and ya learn all the tricks by then first house 1800 sqft 3 days 3rd house 1900 soft 1 day

[@Weirdkid71]

Amazing job and always such a great teacher!~ Is there a reason that you didn't use barrier material?

[@meltuc2594]

I just installed vinyl flooring (1’ x 2’) pieces in a 5 x 5 bathroom. The planking doesn’t interlock like regular flooring, all I had to do was lay the seams on top of each other push down tap on top with my rubber mallet and they locked together, no lifting to slide into the slot. So much easier to install especially around door openings.

[@ErnestRamirez-x5y]

Come over and finish my bathroom; my 12 week old doesn’t let me. Haha. I guess we’ll watch more of your videos instead.

[@Kevlar-78]

Dude. I have a half done bathroom. Because “kids”. Gory Father’s Day ! 🍻

[@dangizg1]

I'm watching your videos, you are creating great content, and giving helpful advices. But if i may, for vinyl and laminate flooring there are easier ways to mark cuttings on boards which will save you alot of precious time. In places where you will need to cut long cuts, just add addidional row of planks (skip row where you will fit cutted planks), so you'll end up with space between wall and that next row, then use small leftover piece, to mark all the cutting lines, just put it on the wall, and draw your line pulling that small piece all the way, on your next board, and you will get a perfect fit, when you cut that plank. Same goes for doorways. This way measuring your cuts will take you just a seconds instead of minutes, and you wont leave any space for mistakes. Also you should trim your doorway frames, and fit planks under it, for more profesional look, takes more time but it will be worth it. Also dont leave any spaces, to fill it later, it will take much more time to fit plank to those spots later ;) Keep up the good work.

[@89stroutt]

Always the best videos

[@Triggy6825]

how concerned are you about cleaning or vacuuming underneath before laying the floors?

[@janetbof4]

I just saw you on a TV commercial!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

That was from a project we did in Alaska. check the community posts to get a link to see the whole video. Cheers!

[@NeelSingh-gn7gs]

How would you do it if it was a concrete floor. Wood you screw onto cement or ....?

[@Gudis24]

Just put spacers...

[@nanibly]

A previous video I saw from you said you had to put an underlayment under vinyl flooring. Why aren’t you using it? Thanks for your helpful videos!

[@naomipettigrew465]

Ya I notice that to but he was selling the under lay that's probably y if it's has the pad under it u don't need it i was told

[@JimWatsonTheframingMagician]

Most people don't have a laser. You can snap a control line on the floor from one end of the room and through any adjoining room. That way you'll have a permanent line to always refer to.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

but all Diyers should have a basic laser. good for so many installs!

[@JimWatsonTheframingMagician]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIYyou can use the laser to establish a straight line.Then transfer it to the floor and snap a line on the floor. You'll always have a control line at any point in the installation to measure off of. Especially when you were going into the next room to see how parallel the walls are to the run you've already established. I've laid down a lot of T&G sub-floor. Even with using 8' pieces it would still "rainbow" as you put it.

[@NeelSingh-gn7gs]

What happens if you are doing it on a concrete floor how can you place the temporary screws in the beginning 12:28

[@JimWatsonTheframingMagician]

@@NeelSingh-gn7gs use concrete screws.

[@troychambliss784]

💎 YOU ARE A DIAMOND MY FRIEND. I LIKE THAT YOUR NICE N A BIT FUNNY ALSO. ESSENTIALLY YOU ARE A TEACHER.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Thank you! 😃

[@GeniaBy]

Can you please tell the difference and show about lvp, wpc, spc flooring? Which one is the best for high-rise apartment floor

[@nathanpeterson2573]

Question: Is underlayment not needed on plywood? What about laying it over ceramic tile?

[@kikiskido]

Do you have a video about installing this on top of concrete?

[@peteharmony6024]

Another great video . 👍

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ryderstrong3899]

Great video thank you

[@RoxannaHorton-xd2nq]

Okay Jeff….I’ve been working on my bathroom- if you remember, I removed the texture with Joint compound, wasn’t happy with how it turned out, began again and everything (new paint peeled off like a horror movie). I’m on track now. Flooring has been removed. I’m priming my self leveler now, will self leveler later today. I had plans to go with a vinyl sheet flooring option however, we’re very limited here in California and the ones that I’ve seen seem awfully thin. So Home Depot has that lifetime vinyl plank flooring… And I believe I can do it. This is a very small space and want to know your thoughts between sizes available to me I can go 12” x 24” or 18” x 36”… which do you feel is better for a small space… And we’re talking really small 8’ x 3 1/2’ at most. Seems to me the less seems the better also the blank says it has an underlayment already. I’m watching your video now and I noticed you’re not putting anything on your subfloor- do I need anything with my concrete?

[@Otho1001]

Wow is that where the term “cutting corners” comes from??

[@billpowers2771]

Can i install kitchen cabinets over this type of flooring. Muchos Gracias