Shane found this okay to do but i sure struggled i just don t have the strength in my wrists.
Vinyl plank on uneven concrete.
Vinyl plank flooring on uneven concrete.
Really exaggerated case in this image or if you like gadgets bosch has a new laser out that lets you easily mark the uneven parts.
Newly poured concrete off gases water vapor and typically needs from 120 to 150 days to dry out before it s ready to accept flooring according to milliken company.
Vinyl planks are awesome.
Last time we did this laying vinyl plank over concrete we scored the vinyl with a knife and a square then snapped it.
This is super resilient.
Vinyl plank flooring is water resistant and if it has a wpc core it s waterproof so it won t be damaged by the off gassing.
Easy to install and is not expensive.
The benefit of sturdier types of flooring is that they will give the floor the illusion of being more even than it actually is.
For very uneven flooring laminate sheets or tiles may be a better bet.
Then use a level to find any spots where the ground is uneven and apply concrete self leveling compound to even it out.
The steps in this guide on how to install vinyl plank flooring on concrete are quite easy to follow.
Below are the basic steps to fixing uneven concrete floors.
Unlike sheet vinyl flooring luxury vinyl tile comes in planks like real wood flooring and has a near identical appearance and texture to traditional hardwood and engineered flooring.
For rounded areas or tricky cuts we did the same but with lots and lots of pressure and scoring over and over.
Where carpet creates issues vinyl flooring is a good choice in wet areas where carpet creates issues such as kitchens and bathrooms.
Hands down my latest favorites when it comes to flooring.
In fact not only on the uneven floor but on any floors.
Use a straight edge and mark high and low spots.
Vinyl is flexible so just no real drastic changes.
For only slightly uneven flooring sturdy materials such as vinyl plank can also be used for full coverage.
Available in sheets and tiles vinyl flooring is easy to install and works well on uneven surfaces.
Doesn t give bow or crack.
In addition to the floating floor installation method lvt floors offer scratch water and high traffic protection that is unequaled in any other flooring types.
Although not as flexible as carpet vinyl still conforms easily to the shape of the floor underneath it.
Moisture repellent so mold is not an issue.