As a cost-effective and stylish flooring solution across Canada, laminate flooring has become increasingly popular in today’s homes. Having long since evolved from its older, duller, appearance, modern laminate offers homeowners a versatile palette of colours, textures, and patterns to choose from, all at a competitive price. If you’ve made the choice to switch to laminate, or are planning to in the near future, but are unsure of what to expect during the installation process, below is a quick guide to help you prepare. Check out these pointers to keep everything on track and headache free!
Measure Prior To Installation
It may sound like common sense, but you’d be surprised how often DIY home renovators guesstimate their space and either come up short or are left with a surplus of product. Even if you’re having professionals do the grunt work, you’ll want to provide them with exact measurements of your space to help avoid any complications and resulting delays.
Your Flooring May Need Time To Acclimatize
One aspect that often catches homeowners off guard if they’ve never installed new flooring before is the fact that your laminate will likely need time to adjust to the temperature and moisture conditions of your home. This is particularly true in areas like Edmonton where sudden weather changes can be particularly rough on our floors by causing planks to expand and shrink all year round. Leaving your flooring within your home for a few days gives it time to get used to the unique inner climate of your space, reducing the risk of damage or warping from abrupt “shocks” in the future. This means you’ll need to plan your renovation around having a few stacks of laminate in the way and should allocate space accordingly by removing furniture and any other barriers.
Check The Condition Of The Room Prior To Installation
If you’re replacing old flooring that has fallen victim to wear and tear from moisture, it’s important to take a close look at all aspects of the room prior to introducing new materials. Lingering issues, as well as moulding baseboards can damage your laminate, and even prevent proper installation.
Expect A Fair Bit Of Noise
If you plan on being home the day of your installation, expect to be a little inconvenience. Laminate does require various hand tools to cut and lay planks, which can amount to a decent amount of noise in your space. If you have little ones or pets, we recommend making suitable arrangements to minimize their discomfort during installation.
Enjoy!
With the help of qualified professionals, installing laminate can be a breeze. Ashley Fine Floors is happy to help customers within the Edmonton Region with their installation needs, and carries a wide variety of laminate options to choose from. Contact us today to learn more!