The underlayment is the sheet of material that is layed on top of a subfloor or concrete slab in order to act as a base. There is four major reasons for installing underlayment:
1- Protection: Protecting the laminate
2- Insulation: Insulating the floor and giving R Value to it and
3- Barrier: Acting as a barrier between exterior and interior and preventing the moisture effect the laminate floor.
4- Noise Reduction: Some types of underlayment can act as a barrier against the transmission of noise; most commonly on main or second floor.
There is many underlayment types for laminate floor such as "Standard Foam without Attached Moisture Barrier" or "subfloor" which is the puzzle type of plywood blocking that lock together or "Modified or Upgraded Underlayment" that available
in different thickness and densities, usually constructed of a higher density
foam, rubber, etc.
Subfloor is one of the best options for basement, but it is costy. Also, if the height is an issue in a basement, it can make it worst. Another thing is it makes the grading of different stage of a basement floor unbalanced, such as bathroom Vs. main area.
What we recommend is cork underlayment. It is easy to install and it is the best barrier between concrete and laminate with a high R Value. Also it acts as the best noise reducer specially in a condo. Most importantly, it is environmentally friendly and green.
If you have any further question, please contact us by email of phone.
Sunday, January 6, 2013
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