Handy Hardwood Floor Installation Tips for DIY-ers

If you're looking for lasting flooring that brings a natural touch to your space, look no further than wood flooring. Both solid hardwood and engineered flooring can deliver warmth and beauty to your home. Before you kick off your flooring project, consider these hardwood floor installation tips designed for DIY novices and pros alike.

What Are the Different Types of Hardwood Installation?

Your DIY hardwood floor installation method depends on the flooring you choose, so select flooring with your installation preferences in mind. Check the Warranty, Installation, and Care (WIC) information for your particular product to learn more about installation. Solid hardwood flooring, as well as some engineered flooring styles, have a tongue and groove design that can be nailed, glued, or nailed with glue to assist. Or, you can choose boards with a click-lock design for a hardware-free connection. In all installation types, the boards are laid directly on the subfloor.

What Do I Need to Know Before Installing Hardwood Floors?

You've chosen your new flooring, but before you get started, you want to understand the installation basics. Check out these tips for installing hardwood flooring before you get your tools ready.

• Be sure to acclimate your floors to the room before you begin installation. This gives your flooring time to adjust to the temperature and humidity of your room, meaning it's less likely to warp once you've installed it. A moisture meter helps you determine when your floors have acclimated to the room's temperature and humidity.
• Prepare your subfloor before installation, ensuring it's flat and clean. Consider using an underlayment for nailed and float installations, which can absorb sound, improve comfort, and increase warmth.
• Refer to your manufacturer's instructions when learning about laying hardwood floors in multiple rooms or a single room. The Warranty, Installation, and Care (WIC) guide can be a great resource and answer many of your installation questions. Also, check out the Molding and Trim (MATS) Warranty for your flooring.
• Gather the tools you need for your project, depending on your installation style. Your project might require some essential tools for laying flooring, including saws, nailers, trowels, adhesives, and fasteners.

If any of this sounds overwhelming to you, don't worry—you can always entrust your project to the capable hands of our professional independent contractors.

Where Do I Start When Installing Hardwood Floors?

Start your search at LL Flooring, which offers solid hardwood and engineered hardwood flooring in many finishes and textures. Once you've chosen a style you love, check out the WIC guidelines for more hardwood floor installation tips. For more information, explore our installation tips and guides to help you get the best possible results.

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