Laying laminate on linoleum itself

Many of us are little builders in our hearts. We love to do something or create it yourself. In this article we want to highlight one very interesting topic that has practical application. In this article, you will learn how to lay laminate on linoleum with your own hands.

An important role, and, perhaps, and the main floor finishing plays. It is important to choose the best material that would serve as an excellent insulator and create a certain comfort. Many have already loved laminate. But due to the fact that the technology of its installation is specific, there are many questions about whether you need to specifically pour the coupler, bring everything under the level, or you can do without it.

It makes no sense to tear - it is better to put on

In many apartments, linoleum is laid, and when it comes time to do repairs, you need to decide whether to remove the linoleum or lay the laminate directly on it. Linoleum itself is an excellent coating that can last for a long time if used properly. But if it comes to replacing, the process of breaking it can become not just time consuming - in the process a large amount of waste and debris is generated. If there was a question about laying laminate, then this can be done on the old linoleum. Interestingly, this method even has some advantages, for example, improved noise insulation. After you have acquired the necessary material, it is important to give him a few days so that he “gets used” to the house humidity and temperature.

Now you have time to check the condition of the floors in the rooms. It is necessary to evaluate whether they are sufficiently even. In the process of such an inspection, it is important to determine whether a lining is needed, and it will be needed if the differential exceeds 3 mm. It is also important that the existing coating is well secured and not walked. Pay attention to its condition: whether there are chips, cracks, moisture, fungus. This can be a serious drawback, because if you put the laminate on linoleum, which is too soft, then with each step you will feel that the base is sagging. If there is water somewhere, then the wood will swell up and cracks or other damage will occur.

Note! Treat the choice of the substrate with particular scrupulousness: it should be a good shock absorber, sound insulator, as well as a barrier to moisture. Therefore, the question of whether a substrate is needed is eliminated by itself.

Rules laying on the old linoleum

If after the test, you see that everything is fine: there is no mold, the foundation is stable and even, then you can take concrete actions. First, determine where the light comes from in the room. It is important that the direction of the rays coincide with the direction of the seams, then they will not be so noticeable. Move from window to door. It is important to lay the material along the walls, leaving about 10 mm of clearance from the wall. This gap will serve as a temperature joint, which can be covered with a plinth, it is important, because temperature and humidity are constantly changing and expansion of the laminate must be compensated. Arrange two slats and level them. Locks must be facing you. When you finish the first row, it is important to assess what size the first row of the second row should be. This is important because the distance between the joints of the first and second rows should not be less than 300 mm.

As work progresses, the styling process may be complicated by the presence of various projections, additional corners, water risers, or other elements. To get around them qualitatively, it is necessary to observe the temperature gap, but here it can be reduced to 5 mm. Carefully make the shaped cut and continue to act. Do not forget to get clamps, they will help you a lot when installing the last row.

Note! Remember that the laminate can be laid not only at right angles, but also at an angle of 45 °. This requires more skill and material, but it looks more impressive.

Practical advice

1. Do not forget that linoleum already has a certain height, so you need to add to it the thickness of the laminate. If the calculations are wrong, the overall level may be higher than the thresholds and prevent the doors from opening.
2. Always carefully evaluate the pattern and structure so that there is no confusion and the result does not become worse than the previous decision.
3. Having calculated the area, add to it another 10% - the final value will be the desired one. This area should be divided into the area of ​​one lamella, rounded up to the whole.
4. Wood is an “excellent” material for absorbing moisture, so the laminate will not be able to replace the tile in the bathroom or linoleum in the kitchen, if it is not a plastic laminate or specially treated.
5. Do not regret the time for calculations, remember that the high-quality installation of the first row will be a guarantee that the latter will be installed without much difficulty. If necessary, take the time and dissolve the initial plates along the entire length so that there is no further skew.
6. Using an ordinary hammer in such work is a bad idea. You can simply break the locks so that this does not happen, use a rubber mallet and tap through the spacer.
7. To make the joints as smooth as possible, use additional locks when sawing. If you have the opportunity, then the best solution is a fixed miter saw.
8. Always listen - wait for a characteristic click, which will signal a successful landing in the locks.
9. Do not hurry. It is always bad. Better longer, but better.
10. Always use locking wedges, further, if necessary, they can be planted deeper to compensate for the cracks formed.

Note! If linoleum has been in use for 10–15 years, then it definitely needs to be torn off. Previously, fabric lining was used in production, after the expiration date, it has simply worn out and can create unnecessary problems.

Now you have the opportunity to weigh all the pros and cons of laying laminate on linoleum. Thanks to this method and wise approach, you can significantly save and improve the quality of coverage. In addition, you save your strength, money and time that could go on cleaning.

Video

The following video shows the installation of laminate to linoleum:

See also:

• Laminate or linoleum is better.
• Choose a laminate for the firm.
• The choice of laminate flooring.
• The choice of the substrate under the laminate.
• Leveling the floor under the laminate.