ᐅ Laminate Flooring – Why Is It So Unpopular Among Sellers?
Created on: 27 Jan 2017 15:18
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AndreasPlü
We are building a single-family house with underfloor heating for hot water. The entire ground floor living area will be tiled, but we are still undecided about the flooring for the children’s rooms and the bedroom.
We initially considered installing floating laminate flooring ourselves – expected to cost around €15 (about $16) plus impact sound insulation per square meter (approximately 10.8 sq ft). If the flooring wears out in 20 years, we don’t mind replacing it.
We visited three flooring suppliers, and all recommended vinyl or engineered hardwood flooring, both to be fully glued down. We are generally against hardwood flooring because it is not ideal with underfloor heating and, above all, expensive. When the children (currently toddlers) damage it, it’s frustrating. Sanding engineered hardwood is often not an option, and replacing it when glued down is a real hassle. We are suspicious of vinyl due to pollutant concerns, which were confirmed by Ökotest in 2012. Laminate, on the other hand, appears to be free of harmful substances according to the same test.
Why do all salespeople advise against laminate? Is it because they earn more with other types of flooring? Also, is floating installation of engineered hardwood compatible with underfloor heating, or should it be avoided?
We initially considered installing floating laminate flooring ourselves – expected to cost around €15 (about $16) plus impact sound insulation per square meter (approximately 10.8 sq ft). If the flooring wears out in 20 years, we don’t mind replacing it.
We visited three flooring suppliers, and all recommended vinyl or engineered hardwood flooring, both to be fully glued down. We are generally against hardwood flooring because it is not ideal with underfloor heating and, above all, expensive. When the children (currently toddlers) damage it, it’s frustrating. Sanding engineered hardwood is often not an option, and replacing it when glued down is a real hassle. We are suspicious of vinyl due to pollutant concerns, which were confirmed by Ökotest in 2012. Laminate, on the other hand, appears to be free of harmful substances according to the same test.
Why do all salespeople advise against laminate? Is it because they earn more with other types of flooring? Also, is floating installation of engineered hardwood compatible with underfloor heating, or should it be avoided?
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Deliverer30 Jan 2017 10:29That seems somewhat outdated to me.
Nowadays, in most new builds that I know of, vinyl is installed as a floating floor over underfloor heating. It also worked quite well for me...
As mentioned above: it is always specified for each type of flooring whether it is suitable or not.
Nowadays, in most new builds that I know of, vinyl is installed as a floating floor over underfloor heating. It also worked quite well for me...
As mentioned above: it is always specified for each type of flooring whether it is suitable or not.
ypg schrieb:
What’s wrong with carpet?
Not only do children like sitting on the floor and playing, but adults also enjoy a nice carpet that feels great underfoot.
Goat hair and sheep wool carpets are a bit more expensive but also more durable.
Regards Vomiting cats
Leaky children
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We have laminate flooring throughout the upper floor (except the bathroom) and would do it again. When the budget is tight at the end of the build (and there is uncertainty about what will happen with the rooms), laminate is a relatively affordable way to cover the floors. After a few years, you can choose something nicer if you want. The costs are manageable since you can renovate each room individually later on.
Carpeting over underfloor heating is certainly possible, but you need to ensure that the heat can still pass through. If you are familiar with the carpet or if it is certified for use with underfloor heating, then it should work. For more detailed information, @KlaRa can certainly provide advice.
Best regards,
Dirk Grafe
Best regards,
Dirk Grafe
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