trafficMASTER Allure vinyl plank flooring installation.

Simple, inexpensive and beautiful! Completely waterproof grip strip flooring! Purchased at Home Depot.

[@jasonsullivan8001]

I put this in my kitchen 8 years ago and it still looks like it did when I Installed it. Really durable floor I also put this in one of my rentals in the kitchen and bathroom still looks good.

[@nostalgicpokeman6253]

You just made this even simpler to understand! Thank you so much! Excited to get my new floor installed!

[@marsieb51]

Thank you so much for this video, it is one of the simplest and easiest for me to understand! I am ready to tackle my flooring job and I have a little helper too!

[@MrRainbowrooster]

Much help. I've never used this type before but you make it look easier than the regular peel and stick.

[@keithwagoner3140]

Thanks for sharing your tips on this product, it’s exactly what I purchased so it was very helpful for my first flooring replacement.

[@SouthFloridaMusic21]

Thanks For The Video, I am Preping my floor right now and have the same planks to install! Great Help! Thanks!

[@lisapizza77]

We love this flooring too. Light gray and absolutely beautiful.

[@brentbondy7657]

Hope your experience was as pleasant as mine.

[@SaucySenorita]

Great video! Made it fairly easy to understand :) we just bought this flooring excited to install!

[@skutovr]

I’m looking forward to trying this flooring in my small bathroom. Thank you for the video and encouragement.

[@rosiegonzalez6135]

We just put this in the hallway and master bedroom I love it my first time I put flooring in myself well my husband helped but it was easy👍🏽

[@oilsaromatherapywithscotta6149]

Thank you, Brent! Simple yet effective direction from you. Thanks!

[@brentbondy7657]

You're welcome!!

[@americana1544]

Thank you - very helpful !! Your floor looks great !

[@irak9867]

thanks for taking the time to post: gives me hope I can install it myself

[@brentbondy7657]

I'm absolutely sure you can.

[@Chris-os8wz]

Great video, you just saved me money and time using the measurements against the wall. Thanks

[@sveabryan9126]

We used allure in our converted garage. It looked as good 7 years later as it did the day we installed it.

[@chrisvalencia8334]

Thanks bro! Just bought this for my house. Even with the blurry camera, your video was much better than what I was finding on here! Lol

[@brentbondy7657]

Thanks man. Glad it was helpful.

[@heidisole]

Thanks for your video. I’ve just got my order delivered and will start my kitchen project after the 48 hr acclimation time. I hope mine lays down as nice as yours.

[@greydenpiechnickrealestate6928]

How did it go?!

[@peteranania7166]

I had this in my kitchen and dining room for 13 years. In the last 3 months, the adhesive started to separate especially in the areas that didn't get much foot traffic like around the dining room table. So I just installed a wood laminate flooring that clicks into place. Other than that, the surface of the vinyl flooring is very durable and shined up nicely with Quick Shine. It's also easier to install. But adhesive stick vinyl can only last so many years. 13 in my case.

[@louisgholland709]

That gun run for a floor

[@rogerswanson9974]

Almost 11 years on my flooring in my home no visible wear, only separation is were I put my end joints to close, and anyway you have a large grip strip, it ain't going anywhere. 🤔🤨

[@ForeverLuxeDesigns]

I'm installing in my kitchen cant wait!!!

[@bonniebaker8527]

Looks great! Lil helper walk off the job? 😂😂😍

[@iwillsing4christ]

I am planning to install this flooring in my camper! This was helpful in letting me know I don’t need a ton of additional tools or glues or underlayment. Thank you!

[@brentbondy7657]

Happy I could help. Hope you enjoy your Reno experience

[@leekflower1]

How is it holding up? It says it's not for environments without temp control.

[@williamfennell8661]

Nice job Brent, thank you.

[@shearartistry]

I LOVE this flooring, I am having a hard time finding it in HD. Do you know what color yours is? I can only get grey maple. I had to order a sample and another week to get actual order in. I installed this in my hair salon and it looked amazing for almost 8 years, never pulled apart or separated. I actually put it over the landlord/indoor/outdoor green carpet. I liked it so much I put it in my bathroom in apartment building I own, 8 years and looks amazing!!. I have to order it now from HD, Defiantly worth the wait to order and have delivered. I am now installing in my apartment building bedroom to get rid of carpeting (dislike carpet) I wish they carried this in the stores around me. If installed like the directions and like your video, It holds up beautiful and super easy install!! If this 58 yo woman can do it, anyone can!! Thanks for video!

[@bachmanmannix9956]

Thank you for the video. It really helped me out.

[@brentbondy7657]

I'm happy it helped.

[@splender88]

Thanks gives me a pretty good idea of what I am getting myself into. May want to use a different camera a little blurry but tells us what we need to know lol!

[@suebursley9380]

Good video, my first time. Thanks 👍

[@keithng128]

Cool and very cute doggie helper.

[@brentbondy7657]

lol thank you Keith. He's definitely a good helper.

[@davidkendig5868]

Nice flooring

[@ellisdiaz4611]

Thanks for your video, I been looking for this kind of flooring, I installed long a go by I forgot how it called

[@cakeismtrader4227]

Nice video I recommend a speed square 😉

[@Toogoodtobetrue458]

I put this in on my hallway and floyer prob 5-6 years now or more. I’m surprised it actually came out straight and none has buckled up. Of the seams I messed up on that wasn’t placed flush I put wood filler in the gap. I put in bamboo and it’s pretty waterproof. Edit - i installed it in 2011 so about 8 years. There’s a bunch of scratches on it but fairly high traffic.

[@Yeomiii]

How is this flooring holding up right now?

[@secretjourney4815]

Thanks for the great video

[@puffymuffin9064]

Where did you buy your adhesive planks from...thanks for showing your beautiful work.didnt realise your from America

[@vincecarchedi2097]

Good job. Thank you!

[@JosefwitdaCoatOn]

lol lil helper is so cute

[@samson3026]

Love to see a video of back filling an area with this stuff. Lol

[@micheljalbert3655]

Great video! I do have to install this product on a concrete floor, do I have to cover the floor with polythene before and do you suggest to apply muriacic acid before? tks

[@nabsol3211]

Thank you so much for sharing. I didn't think I'd find a video on this flooring. Good info. Is it possible to ask what color is the wall? I know its gray but do you know the paint name? Thanks for putting up the video!

[@tonyford7875]

Very informative thanx!

[@kajekage9410]

Great video, I was thinking of doing one too but you covered the grip strip stuff perfectly. I do wish this had floor prep though as I'm trying to figure out what to do in a tenants kitchen with an uneven hardwood floor.

[@brentbondy7657]

It really depends how uneven the floor is and if it's tolerable or not. This floor will lay directly over top of the existing and just contour the slopes.

[@karunald]

You can buy floor leveler (forgot exactly what it's called). Home Depot seems to have 2 types - a rough grainy type like grout and a nice smooth type. I had a weird dip that I used this on. Goes on like spackle.

[@Rockmachine99]

I'd just say that it's nice to have a small hammer and tapping block around. Just in case of a misalignment you can just tap it tight. Plus one last tip (although subjective), try and always make the floor planks go longways, rather than sideways in a rectangular room. The reason is because it adds the illusion of space. Great video though.

[@coppingtonfarnham7731]

I laid this tile in a living room, dining room, hallway and two bedrooms about 2007-08. It is highly prone to scratching, so don't drag furniture on it. I'm starting to have separation in some spots. I think the adhesive is drying up and starting to release. I'm wondering how much longer before all hell breaks loose and this tile is coming apart enmasse. I haven't seen this tile for sale locally for years. We have a spot under a desk chair that was worn off by the pedestal sagging under the chair. As this damage is in the middle of the room I think it would be quite difficult to remove one plank without damaging the surrounding ones. Even though I have some spare planks I doubt the adhesive is still any good for patching anyway. I'm 64 now and too old to install flooring so I hate to think what redoing all these rooms will cost!

[@aravilla7031]

Hello- just finished installing traffic master flooring in my basement too and was wondering about the after care and if a sealer is needed? Have you ever applied any type of sealer or wax type product?

[@jsunnystate3000]

Great! Thank you.

[@cesarrodriguez2820]

Best part of the video "A lil helper" lol

[@brentbondy7657]

Everyone can use a little helper.

[@sabretooth1347]

he looked scared though!

[@sandram.knowltonmanzer5891]

Thank you so much

[@wandadelacruz2486]

Can you show us how to cut around vents?

[@MrChipBryant]

Good video... Thank you.

[@brentbondy7657]

You're welcome!

[@CASTI617]

Thanks fornthe great video! Can this product be placed over ceramic tile?

[@brentbondy7657]

I believe it can.

[@samanthamichelle2094]

Damn 🤣 that lil helper looks pissed off

[@TimboKill]

😂

[@pauletteclark1944]

Thank you

[@jonchilds1116]

Thank you;

[@isrealperez9069]

What would you recommend to lay down on concrete you said you use some kind of plastic and then you say you don't have to but supposedly my brother-in-law and here in Connecticut he also does what you do but I was hoping to do it myself so I can drop down the cost but what would you recommend for moisture for underneath the material from the well from the material to the concrete what would you recommend

[@ETurnity101]

Life saver ty

[@TheRimpler]

grate Video

[@brentbondy7657]

Thank you!

[@robcory3744]

Thanks!

[@brentbondy7657]

You're welcome.

[@matteraas9040]

Great Video!! If I am installing this floor and keeping the existing baseboard intact do I still need to leave an 1/8" gap for expansions?

[@brentbondy7657]

Thank you. Honestly, I was told that it's not necessary with this product to allow for expansion. I don't want to steer you the wrong way so please be sure to ask a professional.

[@davidantczak8590]

Thanks bro

[@eyobshenkute2238]

Excellent

[@brentbondy7657]

Thank you :)

[@lindafoofoo]

Do cut anything off the first piece that upu install on the forst row that goes against the wall?

[@RobertoPhilipp]

Thanks for this! Home depot told me that I didn't need to stagger these planks. Once my floors were delivered, instructions on the box clearly indicates that they should be. I've dealt with wood before, but never vinyl planks. You put me at ease. Thanks!

[@brentbondy7657]

Happy I could help. Hope your project ran smoothly.

[@RobertoPhilipp]

@@brentbondy7657 Haven't done it yet! Still patching and painting my walls. Can't wait to put them down!

[@brentbondy7657]

@@RobertoPhilipp they will look great!

[@jason4832]

This stuff is great, i always stagger the seems just for a better visual appearance, a bit more work but worth it

[@branthandford2212]

I love this product. I hate that HoneDepot is going to stop carrying it. I know a lot if people like the click lock rigid core flooring but if you don't have a perfect subfloor the edges have a tendency to break if there is flexing over time.

[@jtra1122]

Great video Brent. Your little helper took off the minute he hears help is coming :o) So how is the floor holding up over the yrs? Anyone try laying these on top of cement floor?

[@brentbondy7657]

Thank you. Holding up really well. I layed over cement floor and have no issues.

[@werenpioful]

I noticed that there are 2 sticky side ups and 2 sticky sides down. When you put a sticky side down against the wall, is there any worry of it eventually bending downwards because it has no support? maybe cut the sticky side down off when putting against the wall?

[@brentbondy7657]

You are correct. Cut the edge off if you have to. However, I just left it in most places as the trim covered most of that area.

[@pkwallbott]

Hi Brent. Thanks for the video. I used the same flooring on the whole main floor and it does look great. But ... I have a big deep gouge / scratch and wondering if you know how to replace the damaged plank.

[@brentbondy7657]

You're very welcome. Happy it worked out!

[@pkwallbott]

@@brentbondy7657 Any good way to replace a damaged plank ?

[@karunald]

@@pkwallbott There are instructions on that and some KZbins.

[@candacelittle1807]

I was checking off supplies then you said little helper.. lol I got 2

[@jadfaris4119]

Good advice on knee pads.

[@brentbondy7657]

Always best to protect your knees :)

[@jadfaris4119]

@@brentbondy7657 I'm 37 and have not.. laying this floor today, two pair of knee pads in garage but I don't feel like hunting them down. Pure laziness. My left knee is not the best.. I guess I'm going to get them

[@brentbondy7657]

You won't regret it in about 10 years.

[@watsnit]

Thanks man

[@stacythornton7611]

Looks great. I'm am super new to any renovations at all so this may sound like a very dumb question but how do you know when to cut smaller pieces, like after the first row, you start with a smaller piece instead of putting another full piece down like staggering them? Sorry. LOL

[@brentbondy7657]

I was always taught there are no dumb questions. That smaller piece is actually the cut end from the last plank placed in previous row. To stagger the planks as seen, always start your new row with the last plank cut as long as the cut piece is longer than 6 inches or so. Hope that makes any sense at all 😬

[@stacythornton7611]

@@brentbondy7657 thank you so much, that makes total sense! I appreciate it:-)

[@leekflower1]

Is the plastic for moisture barrier?

[@BunkMasterFlex77]

Good video on installation, but I think I need glasses now 😵

[@WatersandWilderness]

Allure is a bit more expensive these days. As of 6/25/21, Home Depot has it listed at $3.29 SF.

[@sydniecorey5720]

Thank you for posting!

[@brentbondy7657]

You're welcome!

[@jamesgibbs8827]

Why would you Install a cut end in the field and not an factory end??

[@rd1085]

Is this good in a 3 season home???

[@kaylamiller477]

Did the blue part under the flooring come attached or is that something I would need to purchase separately?

[@brentbondy7657]

It comes attached. That is the adhesive

[@shembensira86]

Tnx

[@brentbondy7657]

You're welcome.

[@OhShiatAwesome]

Thank you!! I am wondering about the edges though where the plank is run long way against it. Does anyone know if you have you cut off the adhesive edges?

[@roxi2798]

Was wondering the same thing.

[@OhShiatAwesome]

@@roxi2798 okay so I figured it out the hard way... but my room was a perfect measurement for 15 boards wide but I didnt take into account the one side edge. So all my advice is if your measuring it out and it will fit perfectly bend of the extra part so you dont have to try and cut an inch off when you get the the other side

[@THEJET52]

OhShiatAwesome w. WHAaaT???🤔😁

[@iBleedStarsAndBars]

Does this flooring have the underlayment attached or did you install underlayment first?

[@brentbondy7657]

There is no underlayment needed with this flooring. I used a 6ml poly just for piece of mind because I installed in my basement.

[@BEASTmodeontheRoad]

like watching through cataracts

[@brentbondy7657]

Damn technology failed me!

[@BEASTmodeontheRoad]

@@brentbondy7657 NO WORRIES, we still got through it

[@dreasvlogs5639]

I’m moving into a place that has vinyl plank flooring already, but I hate the color. Do you think I could use this allure product over it without damaging the original vinyl plank flooring? Would I have to put a layer of something in between like poly??

[@brentbondy7657]

In my opinion, if it's in an area you can expect water or moisture, I'd lay the poly just to be safe if you want to protect the flooring underneath.

[@lovingatlanta]

👍Great job. I’m gonna see if i can borrow☝️my friend’s dog 😍 as my little helper. I want to install same flooring in the cabin on my boat - 🤔what do you think? I want to put it directly over the carpet as padding (and hopefully warmth) because the boat manufacturer put the carpet in over the fiberglass and it is a pain in the azz to remove the carpet. 💞

[@bblwarrantydepartment981]

LovingAtlanta do not put over carpet

[@lovingatlanta]

1ShotKestrel - 👍Thank you.

[@brentbondy7657]

@@lovingatlanta I can only assume that the problem would be, if you put the flooring over carpet, the carpet will not be able to dry properly and may create mold situations. I'm guessing you have an outdoor carpet in your boat which is likely firm and thin which would not cause much of an issue laying the flooring over. But I would just do a little bit more research to find out if you would create mold or rotting.

[@lovingatlanta]

Brent Bondy - 👍Thank you. I need to figure out a solution. Seems silly for me to buy a new boat just to get a new floor.🤨😢😭😩😖😩

[@pimpas696]

Hi there! Can I stall these kind of floor on concrete heating floor? Thx

[@brentbondy7657]

Hello, I would check with the manufacturer on this one.

[@TheSusano22]

this is the second video I watched where you don't explain staggering the joints, alot of people are just gonna lay down pieces and not understand that the reason you cut the first piece was to stagger ......

[@brentbondy7657]

I'm sorry, I thought I did explain that it was necessary to start your new row with the last cut piece. Didn't say the exact words but showed how it was done.

[@TheSusano22]

It’s fine, I was just trying to learn the best way to place planks so that they aren’t lined up in a row. In my case it’s a small space and hard to figure out how to space the joints

[@brentbondy7657]

@@TheSusano22 the best way IS to start your next row with the last cut from the previous row. That stagers it.

[@jimhurley8286]

I keep watching these install videos, and npc one talks about HOW TO STAGGER THE FLOORING to make it look more natural without a lot of waste in flooring.

[@elizabethnievesglez5980]

Hello Jim. I saw a couple of videos but from DecoGarden (a Spain based channel) and they recommended 30 cm.

[@karunald]

It's in the instructions. The planks are 3 feet long so you do 1', 2', full plank (3'). once an end is the right length - you use the full planks the rest of the run to get the staggering.

[@pammoylan2426]

I have this flooring and I had a hard time cutting this. I don't have the strength to cut this anymore. I took three days to get the feeling back in two of my fingers. What is another good way to cut the flooring, because I have repairs to do, and I plan on putting it in other rooms.

[@brentbondy7657]

I'm sorry you're having a hard time. All I can suggest is a sharp utility knife. You should NOT have to apply a lot of pressure to cut this. Just need to score the thin top layer.

[@and4all706]

I had the same trouble. I had to score over and over to snap. Many times I ruined a pice by scoring off track. I had to push really hard.

[@Gi_Lovely]

Hello, do you have the link?

[@ricknixon5441]

How do you edge the flooring when it is not against a wall?

[@johnhoerdemann8099]

shoe molding

[@briannej.n.carlson1080]

Curious how this has held up? I'm especially curious if you notice the underlayment (they say not to use it)

[@brentbondy7657]

This had held up really well so far. Not one piece has lifted. I didn't put underlayment. Only a thin polly for moisture protection and I don't notice it at all.

[@northadore]

I installed it 5 years ago in a rental property for a room and a hallway. Still looks like new so I bought some more. Finished the stairs and doing two more rooms with it.

[@debbielee3821]

@@brentbondy7657 Polly is not necessary either unless the Allure is installed on concrete

[@brentbondy7657]

@@debbielee3821 exactly right. In my case it was installed on concrete.

[@LoLDopsonR]

does this not need a subfloor? goes right over concrete with no vapor barrier?

[@brentbondy7657]

Does not need a subfloor. Can go right over concrete with no vapor barrier. I used a vapor barrier just as Extra protection from moisture in the basement.

[@LoLDopsonR]

@@brentbondy7657 ok because I already was planning on using vapor barrier but I wanted to make sure it wasn't going to intervene

[@karunald]

Get a 'Speed Square'

[@maskedman72]

what about underlayment? do you need it?

[@brentbondy7657]

You do not need it. I put a 6mil Polly just to capture any moisture as it's laid in my basement.

[@dhola6042]

Does it feel cheap being it's so thin I'm thinking on ordering some

[@iworkatbunnings1144]

U pay for what u get so

[@brentbondy7657]

TBH I agree with the comment below. I myself would not lay this throughout my entire house as it's not the most comfortable flooring. However for a basement, or laundry room, mud room, I think it's absolutely perfect. I personally don't think it feels "cheap", just not the most comfortable.

[@karunald]

It feels good. It's very pretty.

[@anthonycaldi7056]

Is there any adhesive that goes down with it?

[@brentbondy7657]

There's not. It's self adhesive.

[@anthonycaldi7056]

Brent Bondy thanks for your reply!

[@patrickwald75]

Did you put poyly down first

[@brentbondy7657]

I did but only because I installed mine in basement. I don't believe it's necessary though.

[@foreignfilmfan]

no tapping block needed?

[@brentbondy7657]

Not needed.

[@brotherjesus4246]

Dogs looking at human thinking, ah jeez my human is talking to the air again. 😜

[@Rbhawk3rd]

Do I have to let it sit in my house 24 hours to acclimate it to room temp like I have to for laminate?

[@brentbondy7657]

Great question. Yes you should let it sit in the environment in which you're installing for 48 hours.

[@Rbhawk3rd]

@@brentbondy7657 thank you for the answer and quick reply. I'M going to try and find that color you have for my rentals. Does it stand up to spills?

[@brentbondy7657]

@@Rbhawk3rd I installed it in my laundry room and have had no issues after my washer leaked.

[@Rbhawk3rd]

@@brentbondy7657 fantastic. I'm sold. Thanks so much. Keep up the good videos

[@rodmcdonald4707]

What do you mean about a 45 degree ?

[@brentbondy7657]

Instead of just laying the plank in flat against the seams, hold it on a 45 degree angle to the floor and roll it in place.

[@jb9940]

The doggies was looking like 😒😂😂😂😂

[@brentbondy7657]

He's a bit camera shy but loves to help.