Installing Engineered Hardwood Flooring In Basement

With engineered wood flooring a thin layer of real hardwood is positioned on top of a plywood base.

Installing engineered hardwood flooring in basement.

Engineered wood flooring offers the timeless look of hardwood but is perfect for basements and other areas where moisture can be an issue. A thin veneer of real hardwood sits on top of a plywood base. Installing solid hardwood flooring in a basement that is below grade generally voids the warranty so if you really want the look of hardwood there choose engineered over solid planks. This plywood makes the floor structurally sound and prevents moisture from damaging the floor.

This plywood is considered dimensionally stable as it holds shape better than solid hardwood in the presence of moisture. Follow these steps to install an engineered wood floor in your home. If you ve decided to install engineered hardwoods there are four possible installation methods depending on the subfloor. Installing engineered hardwood flooring over concrete too tight against a stationary object will not allow room for normal expansion and may cause a failure.

Pass the trowel through the glue at a 45. Made from layers of real wood compressed together engineered hardwood floors are better able to handle changes in moisture and humidity than solid hardwood. Consult the product data sheet for instructions regarding specific trowel requirements. Engineered wood flooring has the timeless look of hardwood floors with the added durability of a plywood sub layer.