A Guide To Laying Karndean Flooring by Derek Rogers

Karndean flooring is fully synthetic vinyl flooring that also comes in kitchen design Boston MA tile and plank sizes not sheets as other traditional forms of vinyl do.



It also comes in a variety of designs that mimic perfectly other traditional floor finishes including timber, stone, and slate. This type is a great solution for many who want to use a certain floor finish in the area when the actual product can be unsuitable like a timber floor in a bathroom by way of example.



It is incredibly versatile as they can be laid total floor surfaces, wood, tile, asphalt, concrete even existing vinyl. Pdf files are available for download that will advise you about the correct preparation of the floor (almost all of the useful for unusual subfloor materials including asphalt as well as for new concrete floors that could still have high moisture content.)



This guide will discuss the general principals involved in laying Karndean flooring with a subfloor of aged concrete, wood, vinyl etc. If you are going to lay your Karndean flooring on a more unusual subfloor it is highly advisable that you consult helpful information for the specific preparation and adhesive requirements of your respective subfloor.



Laying this particular flooring is a pretty easy operation that is well within the ability of the average DIY person. As with any flooring installation, the right preparation of the sub floor is important. You must make sure that your floor is clean, flat and level knowning that there are no lumps, bumps, and grit or sharp objects. Anything that is around the subfloor will demonstrate under the Karndean flooring and can cause damage. Floors which might be uneven will probably be highlighted by light entering through doors or windows.



Firstly prepare your subfloor, for timber floors it's advisable to lay plywood sheeting that's well fixed for the timber floor and it has the joints stuffed with a fine finishing compound, concrete floors may have plywood sheeting laid and secured for many years or a superb screed can be applied to provide a flat surface. (The screed is not going to totally level the top however.)



Before you commence to lay the Karndean tiles or planks allow them to acclimatise towards the room for at least 24 hours. Unpack the flooring and then leave to sit inside the room - this will likely avoid the planks or tiles expanding or contracting once they have been laid.



Karndean supply many different adhesives to fit the different subfloor materials, choose the proper adhesive on your subfloor. Spread the adhesive on top of the floor with all the trowel that comes attached towards the adhesive container. Ensure that you just spread the adhesive on a manageable area to ensure it does not go off before you are actually able to put your tiles or planks.



Once you've laid the flooring roll and cross roll the complete floor using a 100lb roller. Check again in 2 to 3 hours and reroll if necessary (or if recommended for the adhesive container.) Do not walk on, wash or polish the floor for the amount of time recommended to the adhesive you used.



Kardean flooring is a solution that gives you the look of timber, stone or another flooring materials but that will not warp, chip or be affected by heat and humidity as the natural products may.





Derek Rogers is often a freelance writer who represents a number of UK businesses. For vinyl flooring, he recommends Completely Flooring, one in the UK's leading suppliers of Karndean Flooring: